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4.5 out of 5 stars with 274 reviews
easy to apply: 4.48 out of 5
easy to remove: 4.44 out of 5
long lasting: 4.1 out of 5
quality: 4.36 out of 5
value: 4.05 out of 5
87% would recommend
24 recommendations
5 out of 5 stars
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13 October, 2025Verified purchase

Astral Aura

A sheer, shimmer/glitter nail polish is my go-to, and this couldn’t be better. I’ve been searching for a pink glitter polish, but I’ve only seen silver or gold glitters in a sheer pink base. Essie knocked this one out of the park for me. I love the subtle flash of pink. The formula is long-lasting, especially compared to other glitters/shimmers, which can flake off within a few days. It’s a durable, smooth finish. I worried about drying time which was mentioned in some reviews, but I didn’t have any problem. I can’t wait to try more colors!
5t4rr
easy to apply: 5 out of 5
long lasting: 5 out of 5
quality: 5 out of 5
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5 out of 5 stars
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8 September, 2025Verified purchase

Great chrome effect

Very beautiful on top of other colors.
Kristin
easy to apply: 5 out of 5
easy to remove: 5 out of 5
long lasting: 5 out of 5
quality: 5 out of 5
value: 5 out of 5
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1 out of 5 stars
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30 August, 2025Verified purchase

Not the same Essie i ised to know and love

I feel like Essie has changed something about their polishes. They seem a bit thicker. I feel like the brush drags the color and leaves streaks. They don’t dry as fast and stay tacky for way longer than I have time for. Super disappointing. Essie has been my go to for years.
Robyn
easy to apply: 1 out of 5
easy to remove: 5 out of 5
long lasting: 3 out of 5
quality: 3 out of 5
value: 2 out of 5
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5 out of 5 stars
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19 June, 2025Verified purchase

Essie gilded galaxy

Beautiful semi sheer color
Essie nail
easy to apply: 5 out of 5
easy to remove: 5 out of 5
long lasting: 3 out of 5
quality: 5 out of 5
value: 3 out of 5
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5 out of 5 stars
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8 June, 2025Verified purchase

Big hit with granddaughter!

My granddaughter loved the color and how it looked on her nails.
Littlebit
easy to apply: 5 out of 5
easy to remove: 5 out of 5
long lasting: 5 out of 5
quality: 5 out of 5
value: 5 out of 5
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3 out of 5 stars
1 June, 2025

Gilded galaxy

It took longer to dry than normal essie polishes,the color is nice
1 reply from Essie Team team - 5 months ago
Hi there! We're so glad you love the shade in the Art Studio Special Effects Vegan Nail Polish. We understand that the drying time was longer than expected, and we apologize for that inconvenience. We suggest applying thin coats and allowing each layer to dry completely before applying the next can help speed up the process. As well as using a quick-dry top coat can also significantly reduce drying time. We hope that you give it a another try and love your results.
deminA
easy to apply: 5 out of 5
easy to remove: 4 out of 5
long lasting: 2 out of 5
quality: 2 out of 5
value: 2 out of 5
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5 out of 5 stars
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31 May, 2025Verified purchase

Love the pink iridescent!

I love the affect that gives my nails on top of a neutral nail polish. I try a few different colors from dark pink to grey and I feel neutral beige or light pink works best for my medium to tan skin tone. Removing takes a while so be patient, it will come off. Pictures shows 1 coat so it’s very light but good enough to see the iridescent affect.
Patty
easy to apply: 4 out of 5
easy to remove: 2 out of 5
long lasting: 5 out of 5
quality: 5 out of 5
value: 5 out of 5
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5 out of 5 stars
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17 January, 2025Verified purchase

Love!

The Mystic Marine is so gorgeous! It gives a beautiful shine to any color. I used it over the Essie quick dry in the Buns Up shade.
asg
easy to apply: 5 out of 5
long lasting: 4 out of 5
quality: 4 out of 5
value: 5 out of 5
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5 out of 5 stars
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18 December, 2024Verified purchase

So beautiful

Photos doesn’t do it justice, it shimmers in different colors when viewed from different angles. I apply it over my diy manicures and it instantly makes them look magical.
Oxydozyga
easy to remove: 5 out of 5
value: 5 out of 5
easy to apply: 5 out of 5
long lasting: 3 out of 5
quality: 5 out of 5
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1 out of 5 stars
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10 December, 2024Verified purchase

Warning!! Not the color you see.

Misleading! This isn’t a color. It’s a topcoat with a small amount of shine. I wanted the chrome/silver that it looks like. Ridiculous waste of money.
1 reply from Essie Team team - 10 months ago
Hi there, We wish you could see the results you were hoping for with the color you purchased. The Special Effects are sheer and made for layering over your favorite nail color or used on bare nails for a subtle pop of color. However, we appreciate knowing you would like a rich chrome color!
Duped
long lasting: 1 out of 5
quality: 1 out of 5
easy to remove: 1 out of 5
value: 1 out of 5
easy to apply: 1 out of 5
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5 out of 5 stars
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10 November, 2024Verified purchase

Holiday sparkle

Adds a nice look to the base polish for the holiday’s!
Peanutsmom04
value: 5 out of 5
quality: 5 out of 5
easy to apply: 5 out of 5
long lasting: 4 out of 5
easy to remove: 5 out of 5
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5 out of 5 stars
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19 October, 2024Verified purchase

Great coverage

So pigmented! Put it over black for a Halloween look and one light coat went a long way!
Kate
quality: 5 out of 5
value: 5 out of 5
easy to apply: 5 out of 5
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5 out of 5 stars
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24 September, 2024Verified purchase

The pink shade is like barbie vibes for adults

Pretty Barbie nails for adults
Bohobeb
quality: 5 out of 5
value: 5 out of 5
easy to remove: 5 out of 5
easy to apply: 5 out of 5
long lasting: 5 out of 5
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5 out of 5 stars
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22 September, 2024Verified purchase

So pretty!

This nail polish is so pretty! It’s the perfect subtle look to elevate your nails.
BarnyardMom88
easy to apply: 5 out of 5
easy to remove: 5 out of 5
long lasting: 4 out of 5
value: 5 out of 5
quality: 5 out of 5
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5 out of 5 stars
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9 September, 2024Verified purchase

Glazed donut nails

Gives the perfect glazed donut nail look
Emily
quality: 5 out of 5
value: 5 out of 5
easy to apply: 5 out of 5
long lasting: 5 out of 5
easy to remove: 5 out of 5
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3 out of 5 stars
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5 August, 2024Verified purchase

Wish it were opaque

I was hoping that Cosmic Chrome would be a more opaque silver, but it is so transparent that it took 4 coats to even start to hide the details of my nails. I will use this with a base coat in an opaque color next time. Other than that, its just regular nail polish so it smells like nail polish and removes like nail polish. There is nothing else about this that is noteworthy really. I'm glad it is vegan but it has no effect on the formula.
1 reply from Essie Team team - 1 year ago
Hi there bree! We are sad to hear that you did not like the color results you had with the Art Studio Special Effects Vegan Nail Polish in the Cosmic Chrome shade. We will share this information with our production and development teams, and we hope that you will continue to try and use our products in the future with satisfaction.
bree
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5 out of 5 stars
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17 July, 2024

So cute!

So cute! I love the color. Had a hard time deciding between pink or purple. Got the pink and it’s the perfect jelly nail polish. I only did one coat and then put on the OPI Infinite Shine top coat.
Mimi
easy to apply: 5 out of 5
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3 out of 5 stars
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15 July, 2024Verified purchase

Okay, but Expensive

Pretty, but wish it was as pretty on as it was in the bottle. I was a little underweight. Also I feel like it is expensive for what you get.
1 reply from Essie Team team - 1 year ago
Hi there Kristen! Thank you for your feedback on Nail Art Studio Special Effects Vegan Nail Polish. We are sad to hear that the color selection was not your favorite, and we will share this information with the rest of our team. We hope you explore our other colors and find your favorite!
Kristen
easy to apply: 5 out of 5
value: 3 out of 5
easy to remove: 5 out of 5
long lasting: 5 out of 5
quality: 5 out of 5
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4 out of 5 stars
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14 July, 2024Verified purchase

Pretty sheer

More sheer than I'd like, can only do over other colors, but ethereal escape sure is beautiful! I love it on my toes, it reminds me of a mermaid.
Anna H
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5 out of 5 stars
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9 July, 2024Verified purchase

Pink!!

The sheer iridescent color is very nice!
Mrs M
easy to remove: 5 out of 5
quality: 5 out of 5
value: 5 out of 5
long lasting: 5 out of 5
easy to apply: 5 out of 5
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