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essie Strong Start Base Coat - strengthening - 0.46 fl oz
$10.99
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Highlights
- Essie strong start base coat: clear strengthening nail polish base coat that strengthens reinforces and hardens nails.
- Strength boosting formula: give your weak and brittle nails a boost with this strengthening base coat infused with biotin.
- Stronger nails: creates the ideal base for a beautiful manicure thanks to stronger nails more resistant to peeling chipping & breakage.
- The art of the manicure perfected: high performance essie top coats, base coats and treatments, for every detail of your manicure. the perfect compliment to any essie nail polish color.
- Vegan nail polish formula: zero animal derived ingredients and no animal testing
- Essie, america’s nail salon expert: essie is the go-to nail brand for celebrities, beauty professionals, fashion icons and the color obsessed
Description
the art of the manicure perfected from america's nail salon expert: high performance essie top coats, base coats and treatments, for every detail of your manicure, the perfect compliment to any essie nail polish color.bring the salon experience home with essie strong start, our strength boosting formula, infused with biotin, helps reinforce for less weak and brittle feeling nails. the result: a beautiful manicure due to strong nails more resistant to peeling, chipping & breakage.
for the perfect manicure, apply one coat of strong start base coat on nails. follow with two coats of essie original nail color. finish with any of our essie top coats. use with essie apricot cuticle oil.
for the perfect manicure, apply one coat of strong start base coat on nails. follow with two coats of essie original nail color. finish with any of our essie top coats. use with essie apricot cuticle oil.
Health Facts: Formaldehyde-Free, Animal By-Product-Free, Formaldehyde Resin-Free, Vegan
Color Finish: Sheer
Color Palette: Translucent
Includes: Nail Polish
Beauty Purpose: Shine Enhancing, Nail Care
Net weight: .46 fl oz (US)
Features: High Shine, Even Color
TCIN: 53634363
UPC: 095008031422
Item Number (DPCI): 052-06-1002
Origin: Made in the USA or Imported
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Ingredients:
butyl acetate, ethyl acetate, phthalic anhydride/glycerin/glycidyl decanoate copolymer, nitrocellulose, isopropyl alcohol, acetyl tributyl citrate, dimethyl sulfone, adipic acid/neopentyl glycol/trimellitic anhydride copolymer, biotin, [+/- may contain ci 60725/violet 2], f.i.l d221743/1' '
Shipping details
Estimated ship dimensions: 3.74 inches length x 1.85 inches width x 1.18 inches height
Estimated ship weight: 0.13 pounds
We regret that this item cannot be shipped to PO Boxes.
This item cannot be shipped to the following locations: American Samoa (see also separate entry under AS), Guam (see also separate entry under GU), Northern Mariana Islands, Puerto Rico (see also separate entry under PR), United States Minor Outlying Islands, Virgin Islands, U.S., APO/FPO, Alaska, Hawaii
Return details
This item must be returned to any Target store.
This item must be returned within 90 days of the date it was purchased in store, shipped, delivered by a Shipt shopper, or made ready for pickup.
See the return policy for complete information.
Q: What key ingredient is included in the formula?
submitted by AI Shopping Assistant - 12 days ago
A: The formula is infused with biotin, which helps to strengthen weak and brittle nails.
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Q: What is the main benefit of using this base coat?
submitted by AI Shopping Assistant - 12 days ago
A: This base coat strengthens and reinforces nails, making them more resistant to peeling and chipping.
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Q: What type of finish does this base coat provide?
submitted by AI Shopping Assistant - 12 days ago
A: The base coat provides a sheer, high shine finish that enhances the overall look of your manicure.
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Q: How should I apply this base coat for best results?
submitted by AI Shopping Assistant - 12 days ago
A: Apply one coat of the base coat, followed by two coats of essie nail color, and finish with a top coat.
submitted byAI Shopping Assistant - 12 days agoAi generated
Q: Is this product suitable for vegans?
submitted by AI Shopping Assistant - 12 days ago
A: Yes, it is a vegan formula with no animal-derived ingredients and no animal testing.
submitted byAI Shopping Assistant - 12 days agoAi generated
Q: Can I use gel nail polish with this product?
submitted by Amalena - 1 year ago
A: Hi there! Thank you for reaching out to us about using the Strong Start Base Coat - strengthening,Biotin-Infused, Gel-Quality, Chip Resistant. This hardworking base coat formulas create the ideal foundation for enhancing color & protecting your mani. For best results apply 1 coat of strong start base coat to reinforce and harden nails, apply 2 coats of essie nail color, finish with 1 coat of essie gel.setter top coat for plump, shiny nails. we hope you give it a try!
submitted byEssie Team - 1 year agoBrand expert
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Guests appreciate the Essie nail products for their ability to strengthen and smooth nails, making them look healthier and more polished. The base coats, especially those infused with biotin, are praised for their effectiveness in preventing chipping and peeling. However, some guests experienced issues with brittleness and chipping, particularly with certain formulations.
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 332 reviews
easy to apply: 4.68 out of 5
easy to remove: 4.71 out of 5
long lasting: 3.12 out of 5
quality: 3.26 out of 5
value: 3.18 out of 5
44% would recommend
25 recommendations
3 out of 5 stars
24 September, 2025
originally posted on essie.com
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1 out of 5 stars
Thumbs down graphic, would not recommend
9 September, 2025
Previously used product
This was received used!
1 reply from Essie Team team - 2 months ago
Hi Rosie. Thank you for reaching out to Essie regarding the Strong Start Base Coat. We're sorry to hear the product was previously used. Since you ordered the product from Target we recommend you contact them directly.
1 out of 5 stars
Thumbs down graphic, would not recommend
25 August, 2025
No product in order
Did not get my item placed in my pick up order.
1 reply from Essie Team team - 2 months ago
Hi Mastites. Thank you for reaching out to Essie. We're sorry to hear you did not get your order. Since you ordered the item from Target we suggest you contact them directly.
5 out of 5 stars
6 August, 2025
originally posted on essie.com
Essie Smooth E
Essie Smooth E Can you please send my review to your team? Will you please bring this back so I can repurchase?
5 out of 5 stars
1 August, 2025
originally posted on essie.com
Love this SO much, but can’t find it to repurchase
Best product EVER, but I can’t find it anywhere! What’s up with that?
2 out of 5 stars
Thumbs down graphic, would not recommend
30 July, 2025
Used
Would have been better if it wasn’t used. Impossible to tell when it was opened.
5 out of 5 stars
17 June, 2025
originally posted on essie.com
Only thing that works for ridges
Listen to all of your loyal customers and BRING THIS BACK! Aren’t they who you make your products for?
5 out of 5 stars
15 June, 2025
originally posted on essie.com
Bring back Smooth-e
Great product, really works well. Unfortunately I can’t find it in any local stores. Please bring Smooth-e back!
5 out of 5 stars
13 June, 2025
originally posted on essie.com
Beautiful shard, very versatile
I bought this shade not realizing it was more of a sheer polish or topper, but I wasn’t disappointed at all that it was! It has build ability which is nice. For any profession that calls for neutral shades or nails I definitely think this would pass and be a fun spin on bare nails.
5 out of 5 stars
26 April, 2025
originally posted on essie.com
Only ridge filler that works
PLEASE bring this product back!!! The only product I’ve ever used that smoothed my nails.
5 out of 5 stars
8 April, 2025
originally posted on essie.com
My forever shade
This has been my staple color for a couple of years now paired with matte top coat. Never discontinue!!
5 out of 5 stars
26 March, 2025
originally posted on essie.com
Where can we buys this now??
Why can’t I find it anymore???? I love it!!! Bring it back!!!
5 out of 5 stars
15 March, 2025
originally posted on essie.com
Best ever!
This is absolutely the best product I’ve ever found for my ridge filled nails, and it’s discontinued!! I’m sooo disappointed. I use it as an everyday natural looking matte polish. It works so well, and looks great even without a color topcoat. Please bring it back!!
5 out of 5 stars
8 March, 2025
originally posted on essie.com
Best ridge filler and base coat
Why was this discontinued?? I'm so upset!!! Purse bring it back
5 out of 5 stars
3 March, 2025
originally posted on essie.com
10/10
Please bring this back! It’s unmatched. I wish I would have stocked up before it was discontinued.
5 out of 5 stars
3 February, 2025
originally posted on essie.com
my fave essie polish!
i have a collection of essie polishes but birthday girl is easily my favourite. looks like a shimmery pink in the bottle, but comes up more champagne gold on the nails/in certain light (perhaps because i’ve had my bottle a while now?) but i love the shade. per the name, i always end up with this shade on my fingers or toes on my birthday - and for the rest of the year, it’s a shade that makes me feel super cute and feminine! i like the sheer look with two coats, and like to add a third if i want a more solid look. i’ve always worn it alone but i imagine it’d also make an amazing topper with other shades!
5 out of 5 stars
Thumbs up graphic, would recommend
24 January, 2025Verified purchase
MUST HAVE
Amazing, didn’t know a base coat was needed. This helped my nails heal from gel salon nails and discoloration. Helped smooth out the uneven from the salon. I used this base, Essie nail color and Essie top quick dry and my nails look fresh out the salon - 2 weeks later. Can’t wait to see how long it lasts.
5 out of 5 stars
Thumbs up graphic, would recommend
21 January, 2025Verified purchase
Nothing special, but if you need one... hey
I love it, it’s a good base coat and dried quickly
5 out of 5 stars
Thumbs up graphic, would recommend
5 January, 2025Verified purchase
Clean nail look
My nails are damaged from press ons. I absolutely love how this base coat smoothed out my nails and made them shiny. I did 1 coat of this, then 1 coat Essie hi maintenance.
5 out of 5 stars
8 December, 2024
originally posted on essie.com
This base coat changed my life!!
This is the best thing ever. I started using it a few years ago when my nails were insanely chippy and constantly chipping, and my nails are so SOLID! I could cut glass with how hard my nails are now. I recommend this to everyone.