essie Salon-Quality Vegan Nail Polish - Licorice - 0.46 fl oz: Opaque Finish, Animal By-Product-Free, Formaldehyde-Free
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Guests appreciate the vibrant colors and smooth application of the nail polish, often highlighting its ability to provide salon-quality results at home. Many love the variety of shades available, especially for special occasions. However, some guests express disappointment over color discrepancies and longevity issues, noting that certain shades require multiple coats for even coverage. Overall, the product is favored for its aesthetic appeal and ease of use, making it a popular choice for nail care.
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4.5 out of 5 stars with 8403 reviews
easy to apply: 4.33 out of 5
easy to remove: 4.42 out of 5
long lasting: 3.83 out of 5
quality: 3.97 out of 5
value: 3.76 out of 5
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2 out of 5 stars
Thumbs down graphic, would not recommend
20 March, 2026Verified purchase
Not the same
I pre-ordered Hi-Maintenance wanting the paler color and received one much more pink. Maybe my teen will like it.
1 reply from Essie Team team - 9 days ago
Hello Sandra! Thank you for sharing your feedback on our Hi-Maintenance Vegan Nail Polish. We are sorry to hear that the shade you received was much more pink than you had hoped for, as we strive to represent our shades as accurately as possible for every customer. Because digital screens can vary in color calibration and the final result on your nails can be influenced by your natural nail tone and the lighting, a pale, sheer shade can sometimes pull warmer or pinkier once applied. To help the true pigment of a light color stand out more and achieve a more neutral, balanced look, we recommend applying a light layer of our base coat before your polish to create a smoother, more even canvas. We truly appreciate your honest review and your thoughtfulness in sharing the polish with your teen.
5 out of 5 stars
19 March, 2026
originally posted on influenster.com
Good 2 coat coverage
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] I like having a white nail polish on hand at all times. I’ll use it for nail art, or sometimes as a base color. This one by Essie is great. I only need two coats for full coverage & opacity. It is shiny, but I always add a topcoat regardless.
3 out of 5 stars
19 March, 2026
originally posted on influenster.com
Solid color. Not long lasting.
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] Really liked this color (Blanc 008). It’s a true white. I like the brush, it’s easy to apply a full coat on each nail. It dries quickly. The color is also really opaque so one good layer is all you need. Multiple layers would make it very thick. There is a shine to it as well. I’m not very good with the color white (clothes, nail polish, etc) because I immediately stain it. I was writing a note with a black pen and somehow it got on my nail, and it’s not washing off. Essie nail polishes tend to chip easily on me and I don’t do crazy things with my hands. I’ll take a shower and come out with chipped nail polish. For that reason I can’t depend on Essie polish. It’s good for a day or two but after that, I need to redo my nails.
1 reply from Consumer Care Center team - 7 days ago
JessicaN Thank you so much for sharing such a detailed review of our "Blanc 008"! We are so glad to hear that you love the opaque, true white color and that our brush made it easy for you to achieve a full-coverage look in just one coat. Though, how distressing to hear our formulas don’t stand up well to your daily routine without chipping so easily…Your feedback is very important to our Quality team. We truly value your honesty and insight!
1 out of 5 stars
19 March, 2026
originally posted on essie.com
runny and takes forever to dry
i started painting my nails in thin coats with this polish over an hour ago. the color is very sheer and took multiple coats to show up, and all of the polish drips into the sidewalls of my make instead of staying. it is very runny and is taking a very, very long time to dry.
1 reply from Consumer Care Center team - 7 days ago
Hi there annika26, thank you so much for reaching out and sharing your experience with us. Spending over an hour on your nails only to have the polish run into the sidewalls and struggle to dry is incredibly disappointing. Whether a shade is intended to be a buildable sheer or a full-coverage cream, it should never feel unmanageable or take an excessive amount of time to dry. While this is a sheer color, it should be the consistency of any normal nail enamel. After 2 coats your color should be perfect! If you would like to speak to us directly about your recent purchase, give us a call @ 866-313-7845 M-F 9 am-5:30 pm ET
5 out of 5 stars
18 March, 2026
originally posted on influenster.com
So opaque!
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] What a great opaque nail polish. I just love this brand! This goes on smooth and seems like it levels out evenly. I know it’s not self leveling but it seems like it just lays so nice on the nail once you swipe it on. I used two coats and it’s solid white. It doesn’t stay tacky, either. You can do one layer, wait like ten minutes and then another and it dries completely. I’ve always loved this brand, it’s one of the best out there. It stays on the nails and doesn’t chip off easily. Seems to last a full week before having to remove it and do them again. Also can use it for french manicure tips if you know what you’re doing.
4 out of 5 stars
17 March, 2026
originally posted on influenster.com
Good
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] Product is super super white which i love its a great color for spring and summer. The only drag is it takes a longggggg time to dry and my daughter was constantly messing them up!
5 out of 5 stars
17 March, 2026
originally posted on influenster.com
Highly pigmented
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] Essie nail polish has always been one of my favorite brands so I was excited to try another product from them. The white polish has great pigmentation and looks great with just two applications. It has a nice shiny smooth finish and dries pretty quickly. It last without any chips for two days for me which is pretty good for my nails. My hands are in water and cleaning things multiple times a day or working in the garden. Would probably last longer with a base and top coat. Comes off easily with nail polish removal and a cotton round.
4 out of 5 stars
16 March, 2026
originally posted on influenster.com
True classic color
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] A true white and classic! I am by far no nail expert and truly have a hard time painting my nails at home. I feel like the paint itself is good. It’s easy to use and applied well and not streaky. However I am hard on nail polish and within a couple days the paint chips off. I would recommend Essie paints though!
1 out of 5 stars
16 March, 2026
originally posted on influenster.com
Not good
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] I don’t like this nail polish at all. Other than the color the formula is way too thick. Because the polish is so thick. I have a hard time getting it to get smooth across the nail. It apply lumpy and streaky. The drying time is average but it could be quicker which makes it chips fast. Almost immediately it chip after drying and came of even more after a shower.
1 reply from Consumer Care Center team - 7 days ago
Hello there FeliciaR, thank you for sharing your experience with us. We’re so sorry that our nail polish didn't meet your expectations for a smooth, long-lasting manicure. While we’re happy the color was to your liking, it’s clear the application and drying time were a real struggle for you. This does not sound right for any of our nail enamels, including this one. The consistency should allow the color to flow easily onto the nail in a thin coat. Applying 2 thin coats is key to getting just the right amount on the nails…layers that are too thick are very prone to chipping. We’re taking your detailed notes straight to our lab team to look into the formula's consistency. Thank you for giving us a try!
4 out of 5 stars
16 March, 2026
originally posted on influenster.com
Classic mani formula
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] I love the consistency of the original Essie formulas. They are easy to apply, thin enough to build up, but substantial enough you can -almost- get away with one coat in certain shades. Blanc isn’t my personal favorite color… it’s got that nostalgic White-Out manicure vibe- but it’s a classic.
4 out of 5 stars
16 March, 2026
originally posted on influenster.com
Isn't streaky, or yellowish
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] I love Essie nail polish in color 008 Blanc, it isn't streaky, or yellowish like other white polishes. I like wearing it alone, and as a base color for nail designs. It's not bubbly, it goes on smoothly, and doesn't chip easily. It's nice for fingernails and toe nails, especially in warmer months when I wear alot of sandals. The white goes with any outfit, and adds a bit of sophistication to my hands and toes.
5 out of 5 stars
15 March, 2026
originally posted on influenster.com
Great white Polish
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] Nail polish is easy to open with a smooth application. The brush is the perfect size to distribute product evenly on your nail without getting on the skin surrounding the area. I did take a couple coats to get a nice solid color or you can go with a single coat for a more opaque look.
5 out of 5 stars
15 March, 2026
originally posted on influenster.com
Love it!!
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] I love this essie Original-Blanc! It looks so nice and neat on my nails, I love how the texture feels and how the finish application turned out, it is absolutely simply beautiful and shiny.
5 out of 5 stars
14 March, 2026
originally posted on influenster.com
Precise cut and very easy to control.
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] Sharp white cuticle cutter, easy to hold and very precise. Clean cut, smooth control and durable for regular nail care!! Good quality tool and very practical for regular nail care.
5 out of 5 stars
14 March, 2026
originally posted on influenster.com
Blanc nail polish
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] Thank you Influenster and Essie for sending me this product free of charge in exchange for my honest opinion. Essie original nail polish in the shade of Blanc is a snowy white thick nail polish with a cream finish. Perfect for a beautiful manicure. Great quality. I recommend this product.
5 out of 5 stars
14 March, 2026
originally posted on influenster.com
Dries fast, full coverage
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] First off I like that Essie is a vegan brand. I only had to apply 2 layers for full coverage. Didn't take long to dry in between applying. The brush it has caused it to apply smoothly. It has been a week and a half and I haven't had any chipping. It also looks just as good as the day I applied it. It is the perfect, classic white.
5 out of 5 stars
14 March, 2026
originally posted on influenster.com
Great product
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] Love this formula its pigmented you only need 1 or 2 coats very opac and the brush helps cover the whole nail,so less strokes. White is hard to find that doesnt turn out streaky and this brand doesnt.
3 out of 5 stars
13 March, 2026
originally posted on influenster.com
Great shade of white
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] This is a regular nail polish, not a gel. It has a strong scent just incase you are sensitive to smells. It is the same as as any other nail polish when it comes to texture, consistency and application. It a beautiful shade of white, color name is blanc 008. It works as expected on a smooth clean nail. I took a picture. The thumb is the example of what it looks like on a clean base nail. The other finger has a base coat of nail fix applied and then the nail polish. You can see it is kinda streaky. Would not recommend putting a clear nail strengthen or broken nail fix polish beneath this polish as it looks bad. After a couple of days it did start chipping off of both the finger and thumb. Might work better for others, but it did not work for me.
1 reply from Consumer Care Center team - 15 days ago
Hi LauraE. Thank you for trying out our classic crème white and sharing your pics! We’re sorry to hear the results did not last for you as they should. We can see that over the 3 coats of the Nail Patch, the results were not as smooth. However, applied over a base coat, after 2 thin coats the color should be perfect. Followed by a top coat, your color should last through the week.
5 out of 5 stars
13 March, 2026
originally posted on influenster.com
Great
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] Wonderful product. The longevity of this product is great. It goes on smoothly and lasts forever. It doesn’t have a strong scent either. It’s great!
4 out of 5 stars
13 March, 2026
originally posted on influenster.com
Nice
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] Nice classic white shade.The colour looks clean and elegant.The formula is great and the brush makes it easy to apply.I just wish it was a bit more opaque with one coat.