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Stitch By Stitch

A longwear, ladylike pink.

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Gel by essie longwear nail polish FAQs:

  • Yes, our gel-like nail system is designed to work as an easy 2-step routine to deliver the intended 15-days of longwear and high shine; Step 1: Gel by essie color coat followed by Step 2: Gel by essie top coat. Using the two polishes together maximizes performance.

How to use longwear nail polish

Step 1 Prep

Prep cuticles, nail, and skin with Ready. Prep. Go. Advanced Cuticle Remover.

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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    Best Nail Polish Shade EVER!!!

    a year ago
    Best nail polish color out there. I literally have gone through 3 bottles of it. Please never discontinue this shade!
    type of nail polish userdedicated/loyalist
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    best go-to color!

    5 years ago
    This is my go-to everyday color, it works great for me, looks great with my skin tone, and the longwear product stays on my nails 2-3 times longer than any other nail polish. I just wish there were more, darker colors in this collection in the 'nude' category.
    favorite essie color family?nudes
    type of nail polish userdedicated/loyalist
    great to wear foreveryday

    yes, I recommend this product.

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    LOVE!

    7 years ago
    I bought this yesterday and I loved it. Absolutely no chipping, very vibrant color. Looks great on many skin tones. I highly recommend. *I purchased this as part of a contest*
    favorite essie color family?corals
    type of nail polish userblogger/fashionista
    great to wear foreveryday

    yes, I recommend this product.

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    Wonderful Neutral Pink!

    8 years ago
    I am absolutely in love with this shade! It is perfect for work and I get SO many compliments on it!
    favorite essie color family?pinks
    type of nail polish userdedicated/loyalist
    great to wear foreveryday

    yes, I recommend this product.

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    Best nail polish!!

    9 years ago
    I love this new polish! it last about a week, I'm rough with my hands too, I washes my hands a lot...you just have to cover the edges well with the top coat so it won't chip easily. It drys up pretty fast, easy to use with a very nice brush. I also use a nail hardener as a base coat...best nail polish I've encounter that don't need UV light
    Q: favorite color?
    A: Sand tropez
    type of nail polish usernail art lover
    great to wear foreveryday

    yes, I recommend this product.

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    Long lasting!

    9 years ago
    This color was strong and grabbed everyone's attention. I stayed 4 weeks with no chipping, and I am nurse and mother who is constantly washing her hands. I thought it would be too good to be true; glad I was so wrong, it's great!
    Q: favorite color?
    A: All of them
    type of nail polish userregular/average
    great to wear foreveryday

    yes, I recommend this product.

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    EasyPolish

    9 years ago
    I received this polish as a sample. I couldn't wait to try it out. It went on smooth and easy, and gave enough time to correct any mistakes before drying. I put on the top coat right away. It went on as easy as the color coat. The drying time seemed a little quicker than other polishes. I would recommend trying this product. I loved it!
    Q: favorite color?
    A: a lot
    type of nail polish userregular/average
    great to wear foreveryday

    yes, I recommend this product.

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    Long lasting

    9 years ago
    First I will say this polish is not cheap. I have bought another color after receiving a sample in the mail. However I only had to buy the new color since I already had the top coat. It is the best polish I have ever used on my nails. It won't last forever but I did get two weeks wear out of it. At that point I was starting to chip. Usually though color doesn't last past 3-4 day on my nails. I'm not easy on my nails. I highly recommend you splurge and purchase!
    Q: favorite color?
    A: Lady pink
    type of nail polish userregular/average

    yes, I recommend this product.

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      Still shiny

      9 years ago
      I received a free sample of the color polish & top coat from pinchme.com. I painted my toe nails almost two weeks ago and have no chips and the color is still vibrant & shiny!
      Q: favorite color?
      A: N/A
      type of nail polish userregular/average
      great to wear foreveryday

      yes, I recommend this product.

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      Easy gel nails

      9 years ago
      I received a free sample of the Essie gel polish (caviar color) and top coat. I have never been able to polish my own nails as I would put it on too thick or thin and it would never be smooth. When I applied the Essie polish it went on easy/smooth with just the right amount. The second coat was ready to be applied right after I applied the first coat. The second coat went on just as smooth and easily as the first coat. Right after the second coat I immediately applied the top coat that went on just as smoothly. I wore this color for over 21 days with no issues. I was able to remove the polish with regular polish remover. I was so impressed with the polish that this is the only nail polish I will use.
      Q: favorite color?
      A: Wife goes on
      type of nail polish userregular/average
      great to wear foreveryday

      no, I do not recommend this product.

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      Easy Peasy Gel nailpolish for Busy moms

      9 years ago
      I loved the color I got. The twist design was really cool and I loved it. I used 2 coats of nail polish and one coat of base coat. While loved the finish that I got, Nail polish was only set without coming off for only 2 days.May be bacause I use put my hands too much in water.
      Q: favorite color?
      A: pink
      type of nail polish usernovice/new user
      great to wear foreveryday

      yes, I recommend this product.

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      Love the color

      9 years ago
      Great Product. It gives a salon like effect and lasts longer.
      Q: favorite color?
      A: stich by stich
      type of nail polish userregular/average
      great to wear foreveryday

      yes, I recommend this product.

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      Great color

      9 years ago
      This is a really good product and the color stays shiny with the gel topcoat. I am not sure it is AS good as the salon but it is definitely a solid in between or quickie.
      Q: favorite color?
      A: Now & Zen
      type of nail polish userregular/average
      great to wear foreveryday

      yes, I recommend this product.

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      Great product!

      9 years ago
      I tried this product over the summer & my pedicure lasted weeks with no chips even with lots of swimming & hiking. My favorite part is the fact that you don't need a base coat which cuts down on the dry time. The color came out beautifully & I loved the high shine of the top coat. The wide brush made painting my nails quick with no mess. Love the product & will buy this again!
      Q: favorite color?
      A: Gallivanting
      type of nail polish userregular/average
      great to wear foreveryday

      yes, I recommend this product.

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