1. Base Coat
Apply 1 coat to bare nails to prime for color while strengthening.
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2. Color
Apply 2 coats for optimal opacity.
3. Top Coat
Apply 1 coat for up to 7-day wear.
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5 out of 5 stars.
Very cute
4 days ago
The color is gorgeous and so elegant! It has a beautiful deep, rich tone that amazing on the nails, and the finish is smooth and shiny. Perfect for a classy everyday look or a night out.
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4 out of 5 stars.
Beautiful and fun!!
a month ago
This is such a fun color to paint your nails. I love that different lighting makes it look different. Most of the time it’s a sparkly purple but at different angles you see hints of sparkly green (or in darker lighting even black). It applies as a transparent black with purple/green glitter, so it requires a couple of layers to look more solid. It starts to peel away and chip after a couple days, but I do a lot of hands-on work can be tough on nail polish, so durability may vary.
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5 out of 5 stars.
Premium build quality, long-lasting wear, and excellent value.
a month ago
I really enjoyed using this Essie nail polish. The color is rich, elegant, and perfect for both everyday wear and special occasions. The bottle feels sturdy, well made, and easy to hold, while the brush has soft, evenly cut bristles that make application smooth, precise, and streak-free. The overall build quality feels premium and makes the polish easy to use. The formula provides excellent coverage, dries quickly, and leaves a beautiful glossy finish. It lasts several days without chipping when used with a base and top coat, showing great durability. Considering the high quality, performance, and long-lasting results, I believe it offers excellent value for the price. I would definitely recommend this polish to anyone looking for a beautiful and reliable manicure
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5 out of 5 stars.
Very good
a month ago
Very good I had spertacular pigment when applying it super easy the color I loved it is 100 in the brand it is the only one I have use for years I love it
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5 out of 5 stars.
I love the color
a month ago
This nail paint surprised me. For what it lasts. On the nails. It has a good size. The assemblay. of the boat. It’s beautiful. And I practice. It lasts a long time. My nails look beautiful. The color is very beautiful. His flashes. I like colors. My nails look very pretty.
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3 out of 5 stars.
Midnight encore
a month ago
I love a good Essie nail polish. It’s literally one of my favorite brands because it is durable. However, this color of Midnight encore is too funky for me. I feel like It’s more of a Halloween type of color.
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a month ago
Consumer Care Center
Hi there! Thank you so much for being a loyal fan and loving our durable formula! We completely understand—with its deep, dramatic purple base and shifting bronze-gold multichrome finish, Midnight Encore is definitely one of our more mysterious, moody, and "vampy" shades! While it's perfect for when you want to make a bold, dramatic statement (or channel some chic autumn/Halloween vibes), we know it’s not everyone's everyday go-to. If you’re looking for a softer, everyday shade with that same long-lasting wear you love, we highly recommend checking out some of our classic, softer plums or neutral shimmers like Ballet Slippers or Penny Talk. Thank you so much for sharing your feedback with us!
5 out of 5 stars.
Beautiful nail polish
3 months ago
This is so beautiful nail polish shade i love this shade. I apply two coats of this nail polish to my clean nails it looks so good on my nails. Its long-wearing and comfortable.
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5 out of 5 stars.
Excellent product
3 months ago
Excellent product. Easy installation. Low maintenance. Ergonomics, quiet sound and perfect portability in this midnight encore polish love.
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3 months ago
The Midninght Encore Shade by essie has a Gorgeous sparkly purple color that really stand out under the light . The application was super easy thanks to the brush ,and fully covered .I loved that the polish dried fairly quickly and had a shiny , elegant finish . The wear time was also impressive without chipping to fast
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