essie Gel Couture clear nail polish top coat - 0.46 fl oz: Formaldehyde-Free, Vegan, Animal By-Product-Free
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This top coat is a favorite among guests for its quick drying time and high shine finish, making it perfect for at-home manicures. Many appreciate its ability to enhance the longevity of nail polish while preventing chipping. The unique packaging and smooth application further elevate the experience. While some guests noted issues with staining and chipping, the overall consensus is that this product delivers a salon-quality look without the need for UV light.
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4.7 out of 5 stars with 3120 reviews
easy to apply: 4.65 out of 5
easy to remove: 4.63 out of 5
long lasting: 4.09 out of 5
quality: 4.21 out of 5
value: 4.04 out of 5
82% would recommend
123 recommendations
5 out of 5 stars
Thumbs up graphic, would recommend
21 March, 2026Verified purchase
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A great option for making your polish last longer!
5 out of 5 stars
26 February, 2026
originally posted on influenster.com
Love this color
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] Love this color. It has glitter/shimmer in it and the color itself is so beautiful. Not too pink or peachy. Just the perfect shade. I think it’s a great color for any season
4 out of 5 stars
25 February, 2026
originally posted on influenster.com
Easy application and stunning finish.
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] I recently tried the Gel by Essie polish, and it has quickly become one of my top five favorites. The application process was easy and clean, which is impressive considering I usually have issues with application due to arthritis in both of my hands. The first coat dried quickly, within just five minutes, and went on smoothly without any issues. After applying the second coat, I was surprised that it also applied flawlessly and dried fairly quickly, within about fifteen minutes. The gel topcoat really tied everything together, enhancing the diamond shine and creating a stunning finish. In terms of durability, this polish holds up remarkably well, lasting about a week on my nails without any chipping. I wholeheartedly recommend Gel by Essie to anyone looking for a reliable, long-lasting gel polish.
5 out of 5 stars
24 February, 2026
originally posted on influenster.com
A beautiful and durable polish and topcoat combina
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] This nail polish is shiny and the color is very vibrant and beautiful. My wife wore it and said that it was durable and didn’t chip like her nail lacquer usually does. She said that the topcoat dries really fast and that two coats of color made a drastic improvement over a single coat.
5 out of 5 stars
24 February, 2026
originally posted on influenster.com
Amazing color!
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] Love the shade! Not really glittery but more shimmery. The shade applies on evenly and yhe coats dry well. I love how you don't have to apply too many layers to get an even coat.
5 out of 5 stars
Thumbs up graphic, would recommend
24 February, 2026Verified purchase
My Go-To Nail Product
This is my absolutely favorite gel nail product. I've been wearing this (with Essie Fairy Tailor Gel Polish) for years as my go-to. I love that you don't need a UV light for it to set (less products I need to store and it avoids the bad UV rays on my skin). It also dries quickly and makes the manicure last longer. My manicure normally lasts at least a week, often closer to two.
5 out of 5 stars
24 February, 2026
originally posted on influenster.com
High Shine Icy Pink Color Shifting Nails
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] The Gel by essie Liquid Diamonds Collection gives your nails a high-shine with subtle shimmer & color shifting shine & really catches the light. The salon quality formula applies smoothly w/o streaking. 2 coats gave flawless coverage. It dries fairly quick & lasted over a week w/o chipping after I paired it with the essie Top Coat. Frost Yourself is a versatile, frosty pink shade with a gold shift. It’s a perfect shade for a fun twist as the base of a French tip
5 out of 5 stars
22 February, 2026
originally posted on influenster.com
Top coat for gel like finish
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] I received Essie Gel Couture Nail Polish Top Coat.. a 2nd step, gel top coat that provides your nail a gel like finish for maximum wearability, without the UV light!! This stuff is pretty amazing, especially if you do your nails at home, like me :)
5 out of 5 stars
20 February, 2026
originally posted on influenster.com
Love!
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] I’m loving the dark moody blue I love that the product dries so quickly without leaving streaks. This product is perfect for when you’re in a rush and want a professional look. Like that it doesn’t chip right away.
3 out of 5 stars
19 February, 2026
originally posted on influenster.com
Meh
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] Good product? Ummm sure - here are my issues. 1. It doesn’t stay on any better than any other nail polish. Can we have individuals that actually use their hands? Dishes - laundry - kickboxing - lifting weights - because literally anything is like boom crack. 2. The color isn’t my jam - I picked a different one but this was delivered and sadly it has more of a brown tinge to it when it’s on and I thought it would be more vampy red!
1 reply from Consumer Care Center team - 7 days ago
Hi there DiannaG, thank you for the reality check! We love that you’re putting our polish to the test with such an active lifestyle, though we’re truly sorry it didn't hold up as you had hoped. It’s a shame we weren’t able to send out your shade preference, but we appreciate your feedback on this color. We’re taking your notes back to our color and formula teams. This formula works best applied in 2 thin coats onto bare nails for best adhesion (no base coat). The Gel Couture Top Coat seals and protects through all that busy hands do.
5 out of 5 stars
18 February, 2026
originally posted on influenster.com
Everywhere nail polish
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] Honestly its such a nice shade to keep in my bag for quick touch ups. If you are looking for reliable wear definitely recommended. The scent is lovely too. Makes your hand look polished.
5 out of 5 stars
17 February, 2026
originally posted on influenster.com
Luxury nails in under 5 mins!!!
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] I love the packaging that the gel polish came in. I love how easy the gel is to use and it dries really fast. The bottle design gives a luxury feel. The best nail polish out.
5 out of 5 stars
17 February, 2026
originally posted on influenster.com
Wearable color
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] I loved this collection by Essie , wearable color from day to night . Works wonderfully for any occasion. Top coat works great for quick drying. Also long lasting love it
5 out of 5 stars
15 February, 2026
originally posted on influenster.com
Perfect after a whole week!
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] This cute little contoured bottle of gel polish by essie is excellent for beginners and professionals alike. My 13 year old has already commandeered it, since she saw how shiny my nails were. I painted them a week ago and finished them with the essie topcoat, but they look exactly the same as when I first did them! I haven't removed them yet, but I hear it works just like polish, we shall see. So far, no need because they look excellent.
5 out of 5 stars
15 February, 2026
originally posted on influenster.com
This nail polish is outstanding!
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] I received this product for free from influencer in exchange for my honest feedback. this is hands-down, my favorite nail polish. whenever I use other brands, my nails chipped instantly. But with Essie, my polish stays flawless for almost a week. The colors selection is outstanding. I love this red color. It has a little bit of glitter and it makes it look amazing! I can’t wait to purchase more colors. The topcoat is outstanding and for superior to any brand that I’ve ever used. I like to apply to coats and make sure that it dries completely in between before applying the second coat. I really appreciate the new design of the bottles. They’re easier to grip and easier to open. I highly recommend this brand to everyone!
5 out of 5 stars
15 February, 2026
originally posted on influenster.com
Perfect colors for this time of the year!
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] It has been one heck of a busy winter so far, but I have promised myself to take time this year to do things that make me happy. One of the easiest and most rewarding ways has been deciding that from now on, I will sit and take time to make my nails look pretty each week! We can’t escape the cold & snow here just yet, so I’ve decided to embrace it by being one with it haha! This week I am going to finally take time to make my nails look pretty. We have been moving my parents and it’s made me feel like I just need to stop and enjoy myself a bit. My daughter and I both plan on taking time on Monday to do things we love and enjoy & this is going to be step 1! We both love Essie nail polish and have used it a lot in the past, so we are fully aware that it is amazing & we absolutely LOVE this color! Beautiful & lasts for so much longer than other brands we’ve used!
5 out of 5 stars
15 February, 2026
originally posted on influenster.com
Beautiful Nail Polish
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] This color is sooo rich! Really great coverage with two coats and dried relatively quickly. It has lasted too… still going strong at 3 weeks since application. Love the bottle shape and with the base coat, this will be my new favorite nail polish line.
5 out of 5 stars
14 February, 2026
originally posted on influenster.com
Beautiful!
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] I love the Gel by Essie Liquid Diamonds Collection. The color Frost Yourself is a beautiful light pink shimmer that's perfect for winter. You can easily build it up for more intensity. It lasts a long time without chipping and applies easily.
3 out of 5 stars
14 February, 2026
originally posted on influenster.com
A pretty pink but needs multiple coats
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] I am reviewing the shade Frost Yourself from their Essie Liquid Diamonds collection. It's a pink sheer, polish with a fine shimmer. The color is a very light pink but it has a beautiful shine. The only thing that was a slight pain was that I needed three coats to really have some color payoff. But once I got the right number of coats, I was happy with it! It lasts quite a while if you use the gel top coat (step 2) with it so that I loved!
1 reply from Consumer Care Center team - 5 days ago
Hello there TiffanyN, thank you so much for trying out the Gel Couture color "Frost Yourself" from the Liquid Diamonds collection! This diamond dust-infused blush pink with an iridescent gold flip pearl should deliver a semi-sheer finish. The results in your picture look perfect, so happy to hear that the fine shimmer and beautiful shine hit the mark for you! And yes, the step 2, Gel Couture Top Coat is truly the "secret sauce" for making a manicure last!
5 out of 5 stars
14 February, 2026
originally posted on influenster.com
Pretty
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] I love the shade of this polish! Very pretty sheer color. I like the texture of this polish it glides on smoothly with no bubbling. After a few days still no chips very impressive!