Shop essie original nail polish, the salon-quality nail lacquer that started it all. Our vegan formula glides on smoothly with an easy-glide brush for rich, even color and a glossy finish. Explore iconic shades like Ballet Slippers, Mademoiselle, Blanc and Wicked, plus hundreds of colors from soft neutrals to bold brights.

 

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How to Get a Long-Lasting Original Manicure


For the best wear, start with a base coat to help prevent chipping and staining, apply two thin coats of your original nail polish, then seal with a top coat for shine. With proper application, essie original nail polish typically lasts about 5 to 7 days. Reapplying top coat every few days helps keep color fresh.

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Browse original pinks, nudes, reds, blues, purples, greens, corals, yellows, whites, and black and gray. Want longer wear? Try Gel by essie longwear. In a hurry? Try quick-dry Expressie.

 

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Original Nail Polish FAQs

What is the difference between nail polish, nail enamel and nail lacquer?
The three names are used interchangeably for the same product: a colored coating painted onto the nails that air-dries to a glossy finish. essie original nail polish is our classic lacquer formula.

How is essie original nail polish different from longwear gel?
Original nail polish is a traditional lacquer with normal wear, typically about 5 to 7 days with a base and top coat. Gel by essie longwear is a 2-step system designed for extended, chip-resistant wear and a gel-like finish with no UV lamp.

Is essie original nail polish vegan?
Yes. essie original nail polish is a vegan formula that contains no animal-derived ingredients.

Should I use a base coat or top coat with essie original nail polish?
Yes. A base coat helps prevent chipping and staining and helps your manicure last, and a top coat speeds drying, adds shine or a matte finish, and extends wear.

How long does essie original nail polish last?
essie original nail polish typically lasts about 5 to 7 days with proper application. Using a base coat and sealing with a top coat helps reduce chipping and keeps color fresh.

Is essie formulated with TPO?
essie and Gel by essie are formulated without the ingredient TPO.* The use of TPO in classic nail polishes has never been permitted, so it has been absent from the brand's formulas since inception.

Where can I buy essie nail polish?
You can find essie original nail polish at most drugstores and beauty retailers. On any shade page, use the buy button to see online retailers that carry it.