The essie Nail Color Finder

 

Looking for your perfect nail polish shade? Use our Nail Color Finder to discover your newest color obsession. Here's a little dive into what you'll discover. 

 

Once you’ve nailed down your new favorite shade family, then you need to consider which type of polish is best for your mani. Do you want a gel finish, a quick-dry color or classic essie enamel? Base coats and top coats should also be on your radar, not to mention nail care products like strengtheners and other treatments for optimum nail health.


But fear not! We created the Nail Color Quiz to help you narrow down all these choices and find your perfect personal mani routine. Before taking the quiz, let’s take a little dive into what you’ll discover.

 

 

5 essie nail polish bottles of varying colors lined up on a green background

 

What essie colors can I choose from?

 

As the nail polish authority for over 40 years, essie has built a veritable republic of nail colors. Our diverse nation of shade families welcomes everyone from main streets to fashion runways and beyond. We play the blues, paint the town red, and tickle you pink. Our neutrals and yellows make everyone green with envy, and we’re not shy about going to the dark side. Visit them all in our Nail Polish Finder!

Lavender and red nail polish brushes touching on a white backdrop

 

Are there different nail polish formulas?

 

Color isn’t your only choice: there are also finishes and formulas to suit every nail need. Our original enamel polish gives you flawless salon-quality coverage in over a thousand colors. Then there’s our line of vegan quick dry expressie shades for one-step manis in a hot minute. If you have a little more time, go big with our longwear gel by essie collection for UV-free gel-like nails that go the distance. Oh, and don’t forget about base coats and top coats for pro results.

Lavender essie nail polish bottle leaning against a pink essie nail polish bottle

What if I have nail concerns?


We want all of our nail colors to look their best and make you smile. That's why we formulate a whole line of nail care treatments to prep your cuticles and nails for the ultimate mani. Brittle or weak nails? No problem. Bumpy or rough nails? We got you. Dry cuticle creep? Abracadabra! We even have expert tutorials and guides on how to heal all your nail issues.

Nail Color FAQ

  • Don’t knock it ‘til you try it! We designed our nail polish color quiz to guide you to the shade that fits your current mood, style, occasion and needs. You can take the quiz as many times as you want until you find your nail’s content.
  • No one nail color goes with everything, but we recommend starting with neutrals and browns. For a little color, venture into the classic pinks and reds. If you're feeling a bit bolder, check out the more off-beat colors like greens, blues, purples and yellows. There's always a way to create your own look and style!
  • The red and pink families are classic nail colors, but these days almost anything goes. Vist our best sellers to discover our top shades.
  • The best way to set up your mani for long-term success is to start with a base coat and end with a top coat. Once dry, be sure to massage in some cuticle oil every day to keep your nails moisturized. You can also opt for our longwear gel-like colors that stay fresh for up to two weeks.