Essie Gel Couture Clear Nail Polish Longlasting, Chip Resistant, Fade Resistant, No UV Lamp Required, Top Coat, 13.5ml

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Avoid Light. The pigments in nail polish—especially sheer and pastel colours—can shift over time when exposed to light. Be sure to keep your polish stored away from light (natural and artificial). Essie’s apricot cuticle oil is a cuticle hydrator that can be used before or after a manicure or a pedicure. If used before, be sure to thoroughly cleanse the nail before polish application. apricot cuticle oil should also be used to hydrate nails after polish or gel removal.

Avoid Light. The pigments in nail polish—especially sheer and pastel colors—can shift over time when exposed to light. Be sure to keep your polish stored away from light (natural and artificial).Protect the nail plate. Always apply a base coat before enamel color application—this creates a protective barrier between the nail plate and the color coat to prevent pigment transfer and staining.

No UV or LED needed. Although gel couture is a gel-like formula, it is applied and dries like an enamel nail polish. Protect from the sun. Certain polish pigments—especially those found in brighter and neon shades—can fade over time when exposed to natural light. This is why, when you go on sunny vacations, you might find that manicure shades shift slightly during wear. Use no chips ahead top coat, which is formulated with a UV colour shield to help reduce this kind of fading. While some gel couture shades may be similar to your favorite essie polish shades, gel couture has its own collection of unique couture colours. View them all here. Wrap the tips. Cap and seal the free edge to prevent chipping and shrinkage at the tip of the nail. To do this, remove most of the polish from the brush, then tap it across the free edge of the nail. Do this for every layer—base, both color coats, and top coat. This will “wrap” the free edge of the nail in longer-lasting color. For very short nails or little to no free edge, capping and sealing may be difficult.These are stainless steel mixing balls to help mix the color and ensure it stays at the right consistency for a fluid, flawless application. Gel setter is a gel-like top coat designed to top off any mani or pedi to create a high-shine finish. Learn more here. Dress in layers. Some sheer and pastel polish shades will appear uneven on the first coat, but will even out for flawless coverage on coat two. Always apply two coats. One coat of polish takes about 30 to 60 seconds to dry. This is about the time it takes for the average person to paint all of their nails, so once you have painted all your nails, you should be ready to add the next coat. Once you have applied two coats of colour, you can start again at the first nail with your top coat.

maybe you’re completely new to this DIY nail polish thing. but you’re working on it! and, goodness knows, essie loves a polish painter with ambition. here’s the good news: with essie gel couture, you don’t have to be a master manicurist to create masterful, long lasting manicures. the design of the brush, the smooth application of the formula and the speedy, streamlined process all help make essie gel couture the easiest way to get the look of salon look and gel-like shine right in the comfort of your very own home. patent meets its match with the essie gel couture matte top coat. inspired by the timeless look of suede, this formula seals in gel couture color with a luxurious, soft-matte finish that makes a long-lasting statement. These are stainless steel mixing balls to help mix the colour and ensure it stays at the right consistency for a fluid, flawless application. Buff it away. Some people are more likely to experience staining from intensely pigmented polish shades. Those with dry nails are especially at risk. If you see staining during polish removal, lightly buff the nail to remove polish residue from the surface of the nail plate. The essie care line includes primers, base coats, top coats, finishers, and cuticle care. For a full list of available care products, please visit our nail care section.Yes. Thoroughly cleanse the nails with polish remover and a lint free pad after your nail prep is complete. Be careful not to touch the nail plates with your fingers or oils will transfer to the nails, shortening colour wear. Start with ridge filling. This primer helps even out the nail surface, which in turn will help level the polish applied on top. This is especially helpful if you’re using a sheer shade or a chalky pastel. Wrap the tips. Cap and seal the free edge to prevent chipping and shrinkage at the tip of the nail. To do this, remove most of the polish from the brush, then tap it across the free edge of the nail. Do this for every layer—base, both colour coats, and top coat. This will “wrap” the free edge of the nail in longer-lasting colour. For very short nails or little to no free edge, capping and sealing may be difficult.

We don’t recommend mixing different essie polishes together in one bottle—this may result in an uneven formula and bubbles during application. Instead, consider layering polishes to provide yourself with a one-of- a-kind shade. For example, layer sheer shades over opaque or glitter shades to create a customized manicure. Essie has recently updated the entire care line—offering a more streamlined selection of products that have been optimized for performance. Several products are being phased out as part of this process. For a full list of current care products, please visit our nail care section . To help your manicure last longer try using one of our base coats to improve adhesion and our no chips ahead top coat. Make sure you use two coats of polish and wait 30 to 60 seconds before each application. All our products are tested to the strictest regulations worldwide, and we remain committed to no animal testing. we select performance-based nail polish ingredients that meet the highest standards and consistently deliver the impeccable color, outstanding wear and salon-quality formulas you have come to expect from essie. Consider lifestyle. Pale and pastel manicures are at risk for staining from a variety of lifestyle factors. Here are just a few causes of manicure staining and color change:

looking for an effortless way to have stunning nails? gel matte top coat is the quick fix.

Or if you prefer more of a traditional gel manicure, please visit the salon locatorto find an essie gel salon near you. gel•setter is a gel-like top coat designed to top off any mani or pedi to create a high-shine finish. Learn more here. After you’ve painted a base coat, two coats of polish, and a top coat, you should sit for about 15 minutes to dry your nails. The perfect drying time could vary based on environmental factors like temperature and humidity, so a fan may be helpful in warmer, wetter climates. Although your nails will feel dry after this time, note that your nails are not completely dry for 2-3 hours after painting, so refrain from activities that could smudge your manicure in that time. Correct & protect. If you love the look of natural nails but suffer from staining, apply essie color corrector for nails. This primer optically neutralizes yellowness of the nail and leaves the nail with a healthy glow.