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essie Gel Couture Nail Polish - 0.46 fl oz
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Highlights
- ESSIE GEL COUTURE 90 MAKE THE CUT: pearlized nude greige longwear nail polish with a shimmer finish.
- LONG-LASTING GEL-LIKE NAIL POLISH: chip and fade-resistant nail color meets gel-like high shine. no base coat. no UV lamp.
- EASY TWO STEP SYSTEM: high adherence nail color + gel-like high shine top coat. step 1: apply 2 coats of gel couture color. step 2: apply gel couture top coat.
- LOOKS LIKE GEL, REMOVES LIKE REGULAR POLISH: remove gel couture nail polish with any acetone or non-acetone nail polish remover; no harsh soaking, scrubbing or scraping.
- PRECISE, GENEROUS APPLICATION: swirl stem brush for precise, generous coverage and flawless at home application.
- VEGAN FORMULA: without animal derived ingredients.
- ESSIE, AMERICA’S NAIL SALON EXPERT: essie is the go-to nail brand for celebrities, beauty professionals, fashion icons and the color obsessed.
Description
essie gel couture 90 Make The Cut (Nude Greige) Longwear Gel-Like Nail Polish 0.46 fl oz.
how it works: use high adherence color with exclusive gel couture top coat; step 1: apply two coats of gel couture color to nails. step 2: apply gel couture top coat for flawless gel like shine.
inspired by haute couture, essie gel couture is salon quality & longwear at home. 2 easy steps. no base coat or UV lamp needed. available in a collection of exquisite, long lasting colors. chip and fade resistant.
America’s nail salon expert since 1981, essie connects the world through color and its infinite storytelling possibilities. essie is synonymous with salon quality formulas, impeccable colors and whimsical names that make life more colorful. taking inspiration from airport runways to fashion runways around the world, this must have nail brand has been offering highly anticipated color collections that drive trends season after season.
it’s why essie has long been the go-to nail brand for celebrities, beauty professionals, fashion icons and the color obsessed. a leader in nail luxury, essie is committed to high quality and safety standards with an award-winning line of nail polishes and nail care products. since its introduction by namesake Essie Weingarten, essie has created thousands of shades worth obsessing over and sparked #essielove throughout the world.
Caution: keep from heat or flame
how it works: use high adherence color with exclusive gel couture top coat; step 1: apply two coats of gel couture color to nails. step 2: apply gel couture top coat for flawless gel like shine.
inspired by haute couture, essie gel couture is salon quality & longwear at home. 2 easy steps. no base coat or UV lamp needed. available in a collection of exquisite, long lasting colors. chip and fade resistant.
America’s nail salon expert since 1981, essie connects the world through color and its infinite storytelling possibilities. essie is synonymous with salon quality formulas, impeccable colors and whimsical names that make life more colorful. taking inspiration from airport runways to fashion runways around the world, this must have nail brand has been offering highly anticipated color collections that drive trends season after season.
it’s why essie has long been the go-to nail brand for celebrities, beauty professionals, fashion icons and the color obsessed. a leader in nail luxury, essie is committed to high quality and safety standards with an award-winning line of nail polishes and nail care products. since its introduction by namesake Essie Weingarten, essie has created thousands of shades worth obsessing over and sparked #essielove throughout the world.
Caution: keep from heat or flame
Health Facts: DBP-Free, Camphor-Free, Vegan, Formaldehyde-Free, Toluene-Free, Formaldehyde Resin-Free, Animal By-Product-Free
Color Finish: Shimmer
Color Palette: Medium Tones
Product Form: Gel
Beauty Purpose: Shine Enhancing
Features: High Shine
TCIN: 50637384
Item Number (DPCI): 052-06-3650
Origin: Made in the USA or Imported
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Estimated ship dimensions: 1.53 inches length x 1.53 inches width x 2.81 inches height
Estimated ship weight: 2 ounces
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Q: Which color is a good sheer pink for a french manicure?
submitted by Christie - 4 years ago
A: Hi Christie! We would recommend Sheer Fantasy. Hope this helps!
submitted byTarget Beauty Consulting - 4 years agoBrand expertA: I don't have a recommendation for the gel line, but Mademoiselle in the regular Essie line is my all-time favorite for a French manicure. Ballet Slippers is another good one.
submitted bygLamping - 2 years agoA: Hi there Christie! We agree, the gel couture color "sheer fantasy" is a great option for a french manicure. This graceful sheer pink is the perfect base color.
submitted byEssie Team - 4 years agoBrand expertA: Sheer Fantasy, but Fairy Tailor is another great option.
submitted bycraftymama - 2 years ago
Q: Is this the same as actual gel from salons
submitted by Andrea - 6 years ago
A: Hi there Andrea! Unlike salon gel nailcolors, the Gel Couture does not require the use of a UV lamp and is easily removed with your regular polish remover.
submitted byEssie Team - 6 years agoBrand expertA: ABSOLUTELY IT IS NOT!
submitted byTrisha - 6 years agoA: Hi Andrea! This gel polish is sometimes used in a salon. It is typically on the wall of polishes to choose from, rather than the ones that set under a heat lamp. I hope this helps!
submitted byTarget Beauty Consulting - 6 years agoBrand expert
Q: Does this dry more quickly than regular nail polish?
submitted by amy - 4 years ago
A: Hi ajm! After you have painted two base coats and a top coat of essie gel couture polish, it takes about 15 minutes to dry. Hope this helps!
submitted byTarget Beauty Consulting - 4 years agoBrand expertA: Hi there! The Gel Couture nail colors are a longwear nail enamel. They take slightly longer to dry than a classic nail color. A classic takes about 2 minutes per layer to dry, the Gel Couture takes about 5 minutes per layer to dry. Once you have your layers on, it takes about 15 minutes to dry, but you always want to refrain from busy nails for the first hour or so after your mani.
submitted byEssie Team - 4 years agoBrand expert
Q: Are any of these gel colors shimmer? From the photos they all look opaque/flat color
submitted by Deirdre - 5 years ago
A: Hi there Deirdre! The Gel Couture nail colors come in a wide range of colors and finishes. Online it can be harder to know what you’re seeing so scroll down and read the “HIGHLIGHTS” to learn if the color is opaque, sheer, shimmer, etc. And yes, the Wearing Hue is a creamy delicate white with a slight blush of champagne and shimmer.
submitted byEssie Team - 5 years agoBrand expertA: Hello Deirdre, Try shade Wearing Hue? for a beautiful shimmer. Hope this helps :)
submitted byTarget Beauty Consulting - 5 years agoBrand expert
Q: Can I use this polish with a UV lamp?
submitted by Amanda - 5 years ago
A: Hi Amanda! Don't use a UV lamp with the Gel Couture nail colors and Top Coat This formula is made for easy home use. No base coat is used. Apply 2 coats of color to bare nails, finish with the top coat and let your nails dry like a normal nail enamel. Remove with your regular polish remover.
submitted byEssie Team - 5 years agoBrand expertA: Hi Amanda! No UV lamp is required for this gel polish to set. Hope this helps!
submitted byTarget Beauty Consulting - 5 years agoBrand expert
Q: Does the top coat come with the polish, or do you purchase it separately?
submitted by Y4Yvette - 5 years ago
A: Hi there Y4Yvette! The gel couture top coat and gel couture nail enamels are all sold separately, but from time to time, you may see the top coat banded to a specific color as part of a limited edition offer in the stores.
submitted byEssie Team - 5 years agoBrand expertA: Hi Y4Yvette! This particular nail polish is sold individually. However, you may see some deals where the essie Gel Couture Nail Polish's are sold in a package set with a top coat. Hope this helps!
submitted byTarget Beauty Consulting - 5 years agoBrand expert
Q: Even though it isn't required, will the Essie base coat help the gel couture polish last longer?
submitted by AMM - 5 years ago
A: Hi there AMM! The Gel Couture colors were made to go over a bare nail bed, with not base coat. While base coats help classic nail enamels adhere to the nail bed, we don't think the Gel Couture will work well over a base coat.
submitted byEssie Team - 5 years agoBrand expertA: Hi AMM! The essie here to stay base coat will help bold color to your nail. It also helps prevent the nails from staining. Hope this helps!
submitted byTarget Beauty Consulting - 5 years agoBrand expert
Q: How do you remove this polish? Does it require soaking in Acetone?
submitted by Roberta - 6 years ago
A: I use regular polish remover and it comes off very easily.
submitted byKira - 6 years agoA: Hi there Roberta. The essie Gel Couture nail colors are removed like any normal nail enamel. Use your favorite nail polish remover. No special soaking needed.
submitted byEssie Team - 6 years agoBrand expert
Q: Can i use regular nail polish under this top coat?
submitted by Esther - 6 years ago
A: I do! I have several regular Essie polishes and use this Gel topcoat, and it works well! A manicurist used this combo on me one, and I've been doing it ever since.
submitted byvnssa906 - 6 years agoA: Hi Esther! The Gel Couture Top Coat is recommended with the Essie Gel Couture Nail Polish. I hope this helps!
submitted byTarget Beauty Consulting - 6 years agoBrand expert
Q: What are the key features of the brush used in this product?
submitted by AI Shopping Assistant - 8 days ago
A: The brush is patent-pending and designed to hug the nail curve for perfect coverage.
submitted byAI Shopping Assistant - 8 days agoAi generated
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Guests appreciate the vibrant color selection and long-lasting formula of this nail polish, which often rivals salon quality. Many find it easy to apply and enjoy the smooth finish it provides. However, some guests have noted issues with opacity requiring multiple coats and occasional chipping. Overall, this product is a great choice for those seeking a reliable at-home manicure experience with a variety of shades to suit different preferences.
Summary created by AI from text of reviews reflecting recent feedback provided across different star ratings (includes incentivized reviews)
4.5 out of 5 stars with 3114 reviews
easy to apply: 4.43 out of 5
easy to remove: 4.41 out of 5
long lasting: 3.94 out of 5
quality: 3.98 out of 5
value: 3.74 out of 5
73% would recommend
409 recommendations
5 out of 5 stars
Thumbs up graphic, would recommend
18 October, 2025Verified purchase
Great moody fall color!
Just what I was looking for! Looks like a dark, moody plum when on my nails. Love!
5 out of 5 stars
18 October, 2025Verified purchase
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Love this!!! Best manicure and stays on, loved the color too!
5 out of 5 stars
Thumbs up graphic, would recommend
8 October, 2025
Perfect
FYI - no regular store sells gel nail polish. Read the signage in the store. Gel like finish, does not mean it's gel polish. For that you would have to go to Ulta, or buy online from a nail supply company. That being said, I bought this after one of my gel/UV cured nails (done at a salon) started bubbling. I've had enough trips to know how to remove gel safely. The color was an exact match, and you can't tell. I only applied 2 coats of polish, but 2 coats of top coat to receive the same shine. This will now be my go to polish, when I take my occasional break from the gel. In the photo, the thumb is the one polished with the Essie polish (still need to clean up the edges), all the others are gel/UV cured polish.
5 out of 5 stars
Thumbs up graphic, would recommend
8 October, 2025Verified purchase
The polish actually last!!
I now only buy Essie Longwear. I even tried Olive and June, and my O&J products would chip quicker than my Essie Longwear nail polish, so now this is the only brand of nail polish I wear!! I also work in a tougher environment on my nails, and my polish can go without chipping for a week! My only recommendation is, make sure you buy the Essie Longwear top coat for better/longer results.
1 out of 5 stars
30 September, 2025Verified purchase
Didnt stay on ling
Stayed on for 2 days then numerous nails peeled and chipped off. Followed all the directions and wasn’t too hard on my nails.
1 reply from Essie Team team - 17 days ago
Hi there! Thank you for reaching out about our essie Gel Couture Nail Polish - Caviar Bar. We're so sorry to hear that your nails peeled and chipped after only two days, especially since you followed all the directions! That's definitely not the long-lasting wear we aim for, and we understand your disappointment. We truly appreciate you sharing this feedback.
2 out of 5 stars
Thumbs down graphic, would not recommend
28 September, 2025Verified purchase
This color takes too many coats
I love Essie gel but this color takes about 4 coats to be opaque and then it’s so thick it comes off so easily. The picture is from an hour after painting
2 out of 5 stars
Thumbs down graphic, would not recommend
28 September, 2025Verified purchase
Good amount not so good quality.
The nail polish color is pretty but cracks and chips when dried.
1 reply from Essie Team team - 17 days ago
Hi there! Thank you for reaching out about our essie Gel Couture Nail Polish - Matter of Fiction. We're so sorry to hear that your nails peeled and chipped after only two days, especially since you followed all the directions! That's definitely not the long-lasting wear we aim for, and we understand your disappointment. We truly appreciate you sharing this feedback.
5 out of 5 stars
21 September, 2025
originally posted on influenster.com
Everyday nail color
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] I love this brand and the quality of nail polish. This is a beautiful nail polish. It’s long lasting and doesn’t chip easily. It also dries quickly. The design of the bottle is really great too! This is a perfect sheer natural color on the nail that I can wear all the time.
5 out of 5 stars
Thumbs up graphic, would recommend
19 September, 2025Verified purchase
Sheer and Pretty
Love the color! It also seems to last longer than similar polish!
4 out of 5 stars
17 September, 2025
originally posted on influenster.com
It dries very quickly and lasts a long time
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] Beautiful pastel pink color, apply three layers to achieve this finish I must say that the best thing is that it dries very quickly and lasts a long time it is of very good quality. Leaves a shiny finish
2 out of 5 stars
Thumbs down graphic, would not recommend
15 September, 2025Verified purchase
Essie Gel Couture
Was supper excited to try this Essie color! Soon became disappointed when I noticed the nail polish had been used and about a quarter of the product was missing.
1 reply from Essie Team team - 1 month ago
Hi there! We are sorry to hear that your most recent online purchase of the Gel Couture Nail Polish in the shade Tassel Free looks to be used. We know this can be frustrating and we will share this feedback with our distribution partners. We suggest reaching out to your local Target to return the order. If you need further assistance, please call us at 1-866-313-7845 M-F 9am-5:30pm ET.
1 out of 5 stars
14 September, 2025
originally posted on essie.com
Not gel 😭🤥🤥🤥🤥🤥
I went to the store looking for help nail polish. I assumed the Essie nail polish labeled gel couture was in fact gel. I brought it home still assuming it was gel. I put it on and under the UV light again assuming it was gel. It was taking a long time to cure and it started peeling off, I don't know if the UV lamp was the reason it started peeling or if it was the nail polish. The label was lying and if you were hoping for gel nail polish DO NOT BUY
1 reply from Consumer Care Center team - 1 month ago
Hi Mollypoop., thank you for sharing your experience with our Fairy Tailor. We are sorry to hear that you were looking to purchase a salon gel. The gel couture nail enamels and top coat are applied like a classic nailcolor, no UV or LED lamps needed. Removal is just as easy, use your polish remover just like you would with a classic nail color.
1 out of 5 stars
Thumbs down graphic, would not recommend
14 September, 2025
Horrible
The polish is either old and separated, maybe I was sent an expired bottle. I’ve ordered Essie, this is a dramatically changed product (for the worse). It is thin, hard to balance, impossible to look nice - even with the best top coat.
5 out of 5 stars
Thumbs up graphic, would recommend
12 September, 2025Verified purchase
Great staying power
I put this polish on a week ago and it still hasn’t chipped. That’s amazing.
5 out of 5 stars
10 September, 2025
originally posted on influenster.com
Love it
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] “Totally in love with this soft pink shade — it’s classy, feminine, and goes with everything. The formula applies so smooth and gives a shiny, gel-like finish without a salon trip. Lasts beautifully without chipping, making it my new everyday favorite
5 out of 5 stars
Thumbs up graphic, would recommend
10 September, 2025
Fairy Tailor
This polish is the best nail polish I own in terms of lasting. I only have this one shade so I cannot speak to the whole line, but I have many other brands that do not compare to this one. I’ve had it on for almost two weeks and there are no real chips. I am rough on my hands and wash them a lot so this is pretty spectacular. The color itself is a great neutral with a milky look. My biggest complaint is I don’t see many color options that I like. Would love to see more oranges and more beige and medium grey neutrals.
4 out of 5 stars
10 September, 2025
originally posted on influenster.com
It's a nice soft look
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] [I received this product in exchange for my honest review] I received this gel polish for free from Essie for my honest review. It's a nice natural color to use to give a soft finish.
1 out of 5 stars
7 September, 2025Verified purchase
soooo bad
genuinely the worst gel nail polish i’ve ever used
5 out of 5 stars
Thumbs up graphic, would recommend
6 September, 2025Verified purchase
Fantastic
This is the best polish I've ever had. You MUST prep your nails first. It never chips. In 2 weeks the tips just wear off a little like a professional salon job. I'm extremely happy with this polish & top coat. Please read & follow instructions & it really works.
5 out of 5 stars
29 August, 2025
originally posted on influenster.com
Pink 💕
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] Lovely color . The shine is awesome and it’s such a pretty color . Pink is one of my favorites . So this color right here is a must for me . I love that for sure