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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3 out of 5 stars.
beautiful color but turns goopy
2 months ago
amazing color, but every bottle i get of this color turns super thick and goopy. its such a shame because its such a specific color i cant really find a dupe for
favorite essie color family?purples
type of nail polish usernail art lover
great to wear foreveryday
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response from essie:
2 months ago
Consumer Care Center
Hi there reag, It sounds like you've found a "holy grail" color, which makes it even more frustrating when the formula doesn't stay consistent! We get why you love this rich violet with blue undertones…but the texture issue you keep running into is not common for this or any of our colors. Be sure to close the cap well (we’re sure you already know this) and keep the bottle stored away from light and heat. Cooler temps are best for storage. If you would like to speak to us directly about your recent purchase, give us a call @ 866-313-7845 M-F 9 am-5:30 pm ET
5 out of 5 stars.
goes on easily
2 years ago
I love this color and wear it from spring to fall. I get compliments all the time
type of nail polish userregular/average
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1 out of 5 stars.
Smudges after 5 minutes :(
3 years ago
The Essie Wink of Sleep 780 nail polish was a huge disappointment! Not only did it take ages to dry, but it also smudged easily, ruining my freshly painted nails. What a waste of time and money! I expected better quality from a renowned brand like Essie. Especially for a quick dry formula. Save yourself the money and avoid this nail polish.
favorite essie color family?purples
type of nail polish userregular/average
no, I do not recommend this product.
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response from essie:
3 years ago
consumer care
Hi there Delano22. We wish you could see the results you were hoping for with the color ‘wink of sleep’. While this is not one of our quick dry colors, our classic nail colors should not take more than a few minutes to dry. Even with a base coat, 2 coats of color and a top coat, your mani should not take more than 15 minutes to dry. If you would like to speak to us directly about your recent purchase, give us a call @ 866-313-7845 M-F 9 am-5:30 pm ET
4 out of 5 stars.
Fun color
4 years ago
I find all Essie polishes are good quality. I have never used a purple polish in this time (wink of sleep) and I find it will be best suited for Spring or Summer.
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5 out of 5 stars.
The best nail polish
4 years ago
I love the bold beautiful color of this nail polish! It stays on!
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5 out of 5 stars.
Stunning Color
4 years ago
Absolutely beautiful and very unique. I know that seems unlikely, but it is 100% true! Very flattering color and looks great with far more colors than I thought. Great opacity and only 2 coats are necessary to achieve this. Realistically it lasts about a week before it starts chipping. Removes easily and doesnt leave any iridescence or glitter behind. Recommend.
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