Step 1 Prep
Prep cuticles, nail, and skin with Ready. Prep. Go. Advanced Cuticle Remover.
First View
Peek. a. boom. Make your entrance in this longwear, baby cashmere blue nail polish and be utterly unforgettable.
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UP TO 15-DAY LONGWEAR. NO UV. Our Gel by essie 2 step color and top coat system gives you a plump, gel like manicure at home that lasts up to 15 days with the reapplication of top coat at day 7. No UV light needed.
PLUMP, GEL LIKE COLOR AND HIGH SHINE. Use Gel by essie 2 step color and top coat system for a plump, high shine manicure. Our patented swirl stem brush distributes product evenly on nails for a smooth finish.
CHIP-RESISTANT FORMULA. All Gel by essie shades are formulated with flex.e gel technology that bonds and moves with nails to resist chipping.
EASY APPLICATION & REMOVAL. First, apply 2 coats of Gel by essie nail polish, no base coat needed. Then, apply 1 coat of Gel by essie top coat. No UV light needed. Easy, gentle removal with acetone or non-acetone nail polish remover. No harsh scrapping or soaking.
ASSORTMENT OF SHADES. Gel by essie comes in an extensive range of trending and high-performance colors. Now available in 8 diamond-dusted shades.
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How to use Gel by essie's 2-step color and top coat system:
First, apply 2 coats of Gel by essie long lasting nail polish. No base coat needed.
Then, apply 1 coat of Gel by essie top coat nail polish. No UV light needed. Reapply top coat on day 7.
Easy, gentle removal with acetone or non-acetone nail polish remover.
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essie is a vegan brand – contains no animal-derived ingredients.
Full ingredient list:
BUTYL ACETATE ETHYL ACETATE NITROCELLULOSE TOSYLAMIDE/EPOXY RESIN ISOPROPYL ALCOHOL ACETYL TRIBUTYL CITRATE DIPROPYLENE GLYCOL DIBENZOATE SUCROSE ACETATE ISOBUTYRATE ACRYLATES COPOLYMER STEARALKONIUM HECTORITE PROPYL ACETATE OCTOCRYLENE TRIBUTYL CITRATE ADIPIC ACID/NEOPENTYL GLYCOL/TRIMELLITIC ANHYDRIDE COPOLYMER ALCOHOL DENAT. HYDROGENATED ACETOPHENONE/OXYMETHYLENE COPOLYMER DIMETHICONE SYNTHETIC FLUORPHLOGOPITE BARIUM SULFATE CITRIC ACID OXIDIZED POLYETHYLENE CALCIUM ALUMINUM BOROSILICATE BENZOPHENONE-1 SILICA CALCIUM SODIUM BOROSILICATE COLOPHONIUM / ROSIN / COLOPHANE TIN OXIDE ALUMINUM HYDROXIDE MAGNESIUM SILICATE CI 77002 / ALUMINUM HYDROXIDE [+/- MAY CONTAIN / PEUT CONTENIR CI 77891 / TITANIUM DIOXIDE MICA CI 77491, CI 77499 / IRON OXIDES CI 15850 / RED 7 LAKE CI 19140 / YELLOW 5 LAKE CI 15850 / RED 6 LAKE CI 15880 / RED 34 LAKE CI 77510 / FERRIC AMMONIUM FERROCYANIDE CI 77163 / BISMUTH OXYCHLORIDE CI 77266 / BLACK 2 CI 77000 / ALUMINUM POWDER CI 77400 / BRONZE POWDER CI 42090 / BLUE 1 LAKE CI 77510 / FERRIC FERROCYANIDE CI 77288 / CHROMIUM OXIDE GREENS CI 77820 / SILVER
How to use longwear nail polish
Step 2 Paint
Apply 2 coats of color. No base coat needed.
Step 3 Seal
Apply 1 coat of top coat for glass-like shine. No UV lamp needed.
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"Gel by essie is the luxe choice. Everything from the bottle to the seamless application, to the extended wear is elevated." - Rita Remark, essie Global Brand Ambassador
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5 out of 5 stars.
Blue
8 months ago
Very blue :)))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))
type of nail polish usernovice/new user
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5 out of 5 stars.
Beautiful and Fast!
2 years ago
It's been a while since I've done anything with my nails, mainly because it takes too long and I always end up messing them up right after. I was basically expecting the same with this polish but NO WAY!! It dried so stinking fast... and when I say dry, I mean dry. Not tacky, not you think it's dry then it smears on your clothes. DRY! I am truly in disbelief. It came out a little more watery than other nail polish I've used. Maybe that helps with the drying. But I honestly didn't even need more than one coat. I applied 2 just to see the difference. I could absolutely do one if in a hurry. The bottles are really nice and the curves make it easier to hold. I really like how flat the brush is as well. It makes it very easy to apply and gives great coverage. The color is beautiful!! It's got a really pretty but subtle shimmer to it and is brighter than it looks in the bottle! I'm so happy to be able to paint my nails again!!! Y'all run out and get yourself all the colors!!!
yes, I recommend this product.
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5 out of 5 stars.
Gorgeous color, long lasting, and dries fast!
2 years ago
I'm obsessed with this gel nail polish from Essie, it's absolutely amazing. I chose the polish first view and I love the color. It's a pretty light blue with the perfect amount of shimmer. I like that this nail polish goes on thick and really only one coat is needed, which is a huge plus. It dries quickly too and I've been wearing this polish for days and had no chipping at all. No matter what I do, the polish stays in place and looks amazing each day. This shade is going to be great to wear during the Winter season, but I love that it's a color I can wear any other time as well. It's beautiful and definitely a new favorite of mine. Essie gel polish is long lasting and high quality. Will be getting more colors very soon from this collection.
yes, I recommend this product.
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5 out of 5 stars.
Great product!
2 years ago
Essie's light blue nail polish is a breath of fresh air for my nails! The shade is simply stunning and perfect for any season. It applies smoothly, and the coverage is fantastic with just one coat. Plus, it lasts chip-free for days. I love how it adds a pop of color to my look and complements various outfits. Essie's quality is unmatched, and this light blue shade has become my go-to for a chic and cheerful manicure. If you want nails that look fabulous and stay that way, Essie is the way to go!
yes, I recommend this product.
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5 out of 5 stars.
Cute
2 years ago
I have always swore by and been loyal to this brand but when I got my package in the mail I was so happy and in love with the color and finish. Super durable as always with this brand
yes, I recommend this product.
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5 out of 5 stars.
Great Color and last long
2 years ago
This polish color is very nice when doing it at home. It provided me salon like results and it actually lasted. It did not chip at all for at least a whole week. Would definitely use other colors from this brand again.
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5 out of 5 stars.
Beautiful
2 years ago
This nail polish is stunning! The color is a beautiful baby blue with a nice shimmer to it. It's very easy to use and glides on smooth. I absolutely love the design of this bottle. It looks almost like a star and is very unique. The color lasts a good amount of time and chipping is very minimal. My nails feel and look amazing and I love how they shine in the sun. I love this polish and very happy with it! Definitely recommend
yes, I recommend this product.
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5 out of 5 stars.
Great product
2 years ago
I love this Essie nail polish. The color is absolutely beautiful
yes, I recommend this product.
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So trendy
2 years ago
I was so excited when I got this new nail polish in. As a mom of two daughters we frequently play at home nail salon and they were thrilled with a new color choice to add to our collection. I was excited because it dried quickly and stayed on for multiple days without chipping which is rare for me. I will definitely be buying this formula again in more shades.
yes, I recommend this product.
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Amazing
2 years ago
This is a wonderful product. I would highly recommend to friends and family. This packaging, color and quality is wonderful and better than expected . This is a trusted brand and I will continue to be a customer
yes, I recommend this product.
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5 out of 5 stars.
Favorite!
2 years ago
I love Essie polish because it such good quality. It goes on smooth and applies so easily. Also, I love how the tip of the brush is curved to help get in the tighter areas rather than being cut straight across. Beautiful colors as always!
yes, I recommend this product.
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5 out of 5 stars.
love
2 years ago
The Essie brand has been so great to me. The product is awesome and lasts long on my nails. The colors are so vibrant and it only takes one or two coats to get the desired look.
yes, I recommend this product.
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5 out of 5 stars.
Live these colors
2 years ago
These colors are absolutely beautiful. I love how long they stay on how they don’t ship. I’m very impressed by the quality of each of these it’s like a gel manicure without having to have a heating lamp. I absolutely love it.
yes, I recommend this product.
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5 out of 5 stars.
Love Essie!
2 years ago
I absolutely love this nail polish! It is so easy to apply and comes out looking professional! It is so shiny and it stays that way for so long and it lasts me much longer than regular nail polish! When I use it on my toes it lasts for a month! Will definitely buy again.
yes, I recommend this product.
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5 out of 5 stars.
Love
2 years ago
This polish is the best. Lasts long and has great pigment
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5 out of 5 stars.
Nail polish
2 years ago
I love using this brqnd of nail polish because it is easy to apply and only need one cote. It drys up fast and looks so shiny and smooth. The colors look amazing because when it's been applied to the nail it looks like a gel nail done in a nail salon. The nail pilish lasts a long time on without chipping.
yes, I recommend this product.
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5 out of 5 stars.
Cute bottle
2 years ago
I received this Essie nail polish in exchange for my review. The bottle shape is so unique and super cute! It looks like someone twisted the bottle. The light blue color is vibrant, stays on well, and looks great!
yes, I recommend this product.
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5 out of 5 stars.
Soo cute.
2 years ago
I got the blue white and red colors in this. And all 3 are amazing the colors absolutely pop. The gel look without the salon price. They stay on so well too.im in love with them.
yes, I recommend this product.
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5 out of 5 stars.
great!`
2 years ago
The color is very pigmented and very beautiful! I love hoe easy it applies and that you don't need multiple layers to get the perfect application. Only issue is I wish it came with the top coat aka "step two".
yes, I recommend this product.
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4 out of 5 stars.
Not my shade, but...
2 years ago
It's typical Essie quality, which I love. None of the three shades I received are what I normally wear. Nor are they shades I gravitate towards, but I thank you for the opportunity to test these.
yes, I recommend this product.
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Quality of Product, 4.0 out of 5
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5 out of 5 stars.
My favorite shade
2 years ago
This is by far my favorite color ever. In person, it’s less grey than these pictures show
favorite essie color family?blues
type of nail polish userregular/average
great to wear foreveryday
yes, I recommend this product.
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5 out of 5 stars.
Easy to apply
6 years ago
Picked it up at TJ Maxx
It was the only color available, I prefer pinks or metallic colors. I will buy more!
favorite essie color family?pinks
type of nail polish userregular/average
great to wear foreveryday
yes, I recommend this product.
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5 out of 5 stars.
Great Color, Long Wear
7 years ago
Just got this last week. It goes on extremely smoothly and dries quickly with no weird streaks or clumps. I'm extremely pleased at the shiny finish the top coat gave me.
favorite essie color family?blues
type of nail polish userregular/average
yes, I recommend this product.
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4 out of 5 stars.
Sky/water blue with a slight spark
7 years ago
I always opt for neutrals but for this summer I been looking for a water summer blue polish and I finally found it after multiple trials! At first it's a super light sparkly blue but after two/three coats it looks beautiful. Love it!
favorite essie color family?pinks
type of nail polish userregular/average
great to wear foreveryday
yes, I recommend this product.
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5 out of 5 stars.
Goes on so smooth
9 years ago
Absolutely the best nail polish ever. Really an at home gel manicure. I received this product as a free sample from PINCHme.
Q: favorite color?
A: First View
type of nail polish userdedicated/loyalist
great to wear foreveryday
yes, I recommend this product.
helpful?
5 out of 5 stars.
Love Love Love
9 years ago
I am so happy with this product. The speed of it drying makes my day!
Q: favorite color?
A: blue
type of nail polish userspecial occasions only
great to wear forwork
yes, I recommend this product.
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4 out of 5 stars.
Long lasting
9 years ago
Got this from Pinch Me to try out. Dries fast. Bottle shape made easy to grip and brush made application easy. Lasted 10 days. Smooth finish. Would definitely buy again.
Q: favorite color?
A: Wicked
type of nail polish usernail art lover
great to wear foreveryday
yes, I recommend this product.
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5 out of 5 stars.
Love Essie
9 years ago
I received this nail polish from Pinch Me for an honest review. I loved the polish. It was very easy to apply. Went on without streaks and dried to a very shining finish. The polish stayed on for a long time without chipping and stayed shiny. A lot of time I have to apply top coat after a week to make the polish shiny and new again, but with the Essie I didn't have to. I would purchase this polish again, although it's more expensive than other polishes, you don't have to keep reapplying it and waste it, so a savings in the end.
Q: favorite color?
A: anyone
type of nail polish usernail art lover
great to wear foreveryday
yes, I recommend this product.
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5 out of 5 stars.
The packaging is awesome
9 years ago
I really love the Essie Gel polish line! The polish covers effectively without streaky spots and I personally only need one coat. It dries to so easily for gel and is so shiny when dry, you almost can't tell it's dry it's THAT shiny! My manicure lasts a lot longer too, it actually stays perfectly on my nails until I remove it. Speaking of removal, that blew my mind, it came off so easily unlike most gel polish where you struggle to remove it! My favorite thing is actually the packaging, the shape of the bottle makes it so easy for those like me who struggle with polishing their nails, especially my non dominant hand! I'm very impressed with this line and have already started a collection of various colors.
I received a free sample through the Pinchme program for testing purposes however I have already purchased more of the colors I like them that much..
Q: favorite color?
A: Rock the Runway
type of nail polish userblogger/fashionista
great to wear foreveryday
yes, I recommend this product.
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4 out of 5 stars.
Great brush
9 years ago
I was sent this product by pinchme.com for free for an honest review. I love Essie nail polishes to begin with and was excited to try this new product out. The color they sent me is a color I wouldn't buy for myself. The nail polish only lasted a week for me which was a let down. I'm hands take a beating with chasing a 16m around and cleaning up. I'm sure it last longer on other people. Over all I would recommend this product and I'm sure I will buy s few more colors that I love.
Q: favorite color?
A: Smokin hot and pink-o-boo
type of nail polish userregular/average
great to wear foreveryday
yes, I recommend this product.
helpful?
5 out of 5 stars.
Great results
9 years ago
I got this free from pinch me for my honest review. This product is amazing the color is long lasting and beautiful
Q: favorite color?
A: Bay
type of nail polish userblogger/fashionista
yes, I recommend this product.
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4 out of 5 stars.
Pleasantly pleased
9 years ago
I am loving this 2-step process! It was really easy to apply and the color was richer than I expected. I am looking forward to trying other colors!
Q: favorite color?
A: Stay tuned!
type of nail polish userdedicated/loyalist
great to wear foreveryday
yes, I recommend this product.
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5 out of 5 stars.
Bye Bye Salon
9 years ago
I am one to go to the nail salon every two weeks and spending $25 to get my nails done. Well this worked so well and so easy, I will do my own from now on !
Q: favorite color?
A: Don't have one yet
type of nail polish userdedicated/loyalist
great to wear foreveryday
yes, I recommend this product.
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4 out of 5 stars.
9 years ago
I got a free bottle of this from PinchMe. I like the ease of application, and applied two coats. It took a little longer to dry, so it got a few indentations in it, and it ended up looking like paint, not nail polish, which I wasn't crazy about. It did last longer than regular polish, except it wore off quickly on the very tips of my nails.
Q: favorite color?
A: Anything bright
type of nail polish userregular/average
yes, I recommend this product.
helpful?
4 out of 5 stars.
Pretty nails
9 years ago
I got this 2 coat system for free for my honest review. I wasn't sure what tI think of this nail polish when I receive it. I am a pretty low maintenance girl, and a one step nail coloring can be trying for me at times. I did give it a try, and am glad I did. The 1st coat went on pretty well, and the 2nd coat went on nice and smooth. All together they made my nails look really good, and they lasted longer than my regular polish does. I would definitely purchase another color.
Q: favorite color?
A: Deep red
type of nail polish userspecial occasions only
great to wear foreveryday
yes, I recommend this product.
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4 out of 5 stars.
Last longer than most
9 years ago
I didn't care for the color, but the polish lasted longer than most polishes do on my fingers. It only started chipping b/c I had got paint over my cuticle and made a ridge. The top coat is amazing, and it didn't take to long to dry.
Q: favorite color?
A: pink
type of nail polish userspecial occasions only
great to wear forprom
yes, I recommend this product.
helpful?
3 out of 5 stars.
Just okay
9 years ago
The color was goopy. The topcoat is fabulous. I chucked the color & kept the top coat. I've used it several times.
Q: favorite color?
A: Not sure
type of nail polish userregular/average
great to wear foreveryday
no, I do not recommend this product.
helpful?
5 out of 5 stars.
Long Lasting
9 years ago
I bought First View to wear on my family beach vacation. It withstood the sand, sun, sea and seashells and two weeks later looks just like a fresh pedicure! I'M SOLD ON THIS LINE...and will be adding other colors to my collection!
Q: favorite color?
A: First View
type of nail polish userdedicated/loyalist
great to wear foreveryday
yes, I recommend this product.
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