cream red
how many parties can you hit in one night? in this longwear, scene-making jovial marooned red, you’re ready to find out. step 1: apply two coats of gel couture colour.  step 2: apply gel couture top coat.

 

gel couture product benefits:

  • up to 12 days of luxurious wear and impeccable gel-like shine in an easy 2 step system
  • easy removal
  • patent-pending curve hugging brush for perfect essie colour coverage
  • use with gel couture top coat for optimal results
gel couture

gala-vanting

cream red
how many parties can you hit in one night? in this longwear, scene-making jovial marooned red, you’re ready to find out. step 1: apply two coats of gel couture colour.  step 2: apply gel couture top coat.

 

gel couture product benefits:

  • up to 12 days of luxurious wear and impeccable gel-like shine in an easy 2 step system
  • easy removal
  • patent-pending curve hugging brush for perfect essie colour coverage
  • use with gel couture top coat for optimal results

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1 out of 5 stars.

Regular polish works just as good

5 years ago
I don’t understand how this polish has such great reviews. No matter what color I choose, this polish chips the next day. Save your money and buy a cheaper, regular polish and it will do the same thing.

no, I do not recommend this product.

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response from essie.com:
5 years ago
consumer care center
Hi there DavisC! We wish you could see the results you were hoping for with the gel couture shade “gala-vanting”. The gel couture longwear colors with gel-like color and shine go on bare nails, no base coat used. Use with gel couture top coat for optimal results. If you would like to speak to us directly about your recent purchase, give us a call @ 866-313-7845
5 out of 5 stars.

PERFECT COLOR

7 years ago
The colors are so vibrant and the brush is just so easy to use. This product is never too much to purchased. I received this product free for testing purposes fron influenster and I love it. #gelcoture #essielove

yes, I recommend this product.

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5 out of 5 stars.

Living for this!

7 years ago
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] Influenster paired up with Essie but I didn’t need that to sway my opinion- this product was already my go-to!! Incredible product - completely obsessed with the staying power!

yes, I recommend this product.

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5 out of 5 stars.

Love this color

7 years ago
I absolutely love this color very wintery, this and wicked are my favorite colors for the winter!!

yes, I recommend this product.

Originally posted on essie.com

5 out of 5 stars.

Love this polish

8 years ago
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] First of all, the bottle design for this polish is so cool looking! The brush for this nail polish is thick enough to apply a smooth layer and result in a flawless nail polish application, which sometimes can be very difficult for me. It does leave a gel finish look, which I love! The shine actually lasts unlike other coats that begin to get dull after a couple of days. Overall, I think this is one of my new favorite polishes. I did receive this product complimentary, but all opinions are my own.

yes, I recommend this product.

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3 out of 5 stars.

I'm not sure if I like this one or not

8 years ago
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] The color is amazing to say the least. It matches my personality perfectly. Plus it goes on very smoothly and comes off smoothly as well! Usually gels just don't want to come off but it's easy on and easy off. The one thing that got me is once you so much as knock off on fraction of it on your nail the rest is off within a couple days. It lasts long if you dont use your hands often.

yes, I recommend this product.

Originally posted on essie.com

response from essie.com:
8 years ago
Consumer Care Center
Hi mrscassada! Thank you for sharing with us some feedback on our Gel Couture Polish. We are happy to hear that you enjoyed using this product and hope you will continue to do so with great satisfaction! For the best results, use this in conjunction with our Gel Couture Top Coat.
5 out of 5 stars.

Gala-vanting I'd buy it for the name alone

8 years ago
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] I received this free in a VoxBox and I absolutely loved the name right from the beginning. Then I tried it and was amazed by how long it stayed on. I got that beautiful color and the top coat. It was like a salon Visit right at home.

yes, I recommend this product.

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4 out of 5 stars.

Long- Lasting Polish

8 years ago
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] I love the bottle, the color, and brush. The brush is rounded, which helps so not to be messy and to keep the polish off your skin. The color is a little darker than the image on the site. I feel like I never do a great job like a Salon, but it’s definitely better than most at-home jobs. The gel polish has lasted about a week and half now. It’s very smooth and doesn’t looked cracked. My only complaint is that the polish hasn’t lasted as long on some of the tips of my nails. I could possibly apply more gel top coat there to prevent that. I got some compliments and even my Mom and Sisters tried it! Overall, I think it’s a good product but I dont know how many bottles I’d buy. *this product was sent to me for free for testing purposes.

yes, I recommend this product.

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4 out of 5 stars.

May be the color

8 years ago
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] I painted my nails with this color 2 days ago and it seems that it is already chipping a little bit. I don’t get it nail polish doesn’t seem to last very long on me at all but I will say painting my nails with this was a breeze and I did go out and buy another shade to test another color just because personally this was a little patchy on me and didn’t last long. *I received this product free for testing*

yes, I recommend this product.

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5 out of 5 stars.

Long lasting

8 years ago
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] I used this specific shade. The product was sent to me complimentary through Influenster. My pedicure lasted one whole month. I typically have to go in every two weeks because my polish starts chipping off. But this polish lasted me so long and it’s a very nice color.

yes, I recommend this product.

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5 out of 5 stars.

Beautiful color

8 years ago
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] This is such a great color! Perfect for any skin tone. Only needed one coat to look good. Super long lasting too!

yes, I recommend this product.

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4 out of 5 stars.

Awesome color

8 years ago
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] I got this as a complimentary product and I love the color! I love how easy it is to apply and that it only needs two layers for a good look! It lasted four days without chipping.

yes, I recommend this product.

Originally posted on essie.com

2 out of 5 stars.

Horrible lasting

8 years ago
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] I received for free from Influenster and it was a beautiful color horrible lasting it peels very easily and fast

Originally posted on essie.com

response from essie.com:
8 years ago
Consumer Care Center
Hi Mmac! Thank you for sharing with us some feedback on our Polish Shade Gala-Vanting. We are sorry to hear that this product did not meet your expectations. We thank you for giving it a try as we will be passing on your comments to others in our team.
5 out of 5 stars.

Long lasting and beautiful!

8 years ago
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] The color was opaque after about 2 coats and the brush made it really easy to apply. It stayed for over a week which doesn’t normally happen for me. The color was gorgeous and would be great for the holidays. It didn’t look wet like other gel polishes, but it lasted almost as long. Pro tip! Applying the color on fake nails makes it last even longer and helps prevent smudges because the polish doesn’t need to soak into the nail before it dries! I received this free to test out, but I would definitely buy other colors!

yes, I recommend this product.

Originally posted on essie.com

5 out of 5 stars.

Great color!

8 years ago
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] I received this nail polish in the mail in my Influenster's finesse Vox Box free for testing purposes and I absolutely loved it and loved how vibrant the color was on my nails I recommend this color if you are into colors like this!

yes, I recommend this product.

Originally posted on essie.com

4 out of 5 stars.

Best polish bristle wand ever!!

8 years ago
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] Testing out this Essie gel polish! This gel polish is pretty fantastic! Lasts a long time before chipping. (if any) The best part is the wand!! The bristles are shaped to hug your nails!! #gelcouture #essielove #contest #complimentary @Influenster @essiepolish Free and complementary

yes, I recommend this product.

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3 out of 5 stars.

Polish review

8 years ago
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] I received this polish #complimentary from #influenster. The color is beautiful, but I did only apply one coat of the polish & then I applied the top coat later on I left the house and came back to notice that it had already chipped.

yes, I recommend this product.

Originally posted on essie.com

response from essie.com:
8 years ago
Consumer Care Center
Hi Jessika! Thank you for sharing with us some feedback on our Polish shade Gala-Vanting. We are sorry to hear that this product did not meet your expectations, however, we are happy to hear that you love the color. We thank you for giving it a try as we will be passing on your comments to others in our team.
5 out of 5 stars.

Super Shine!!

8 years ago
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] First off i had never tried this Gel couture and Wow just wow i love it!! It was so easy to apply, the brush made it so easy to get in the corners because of its round tip. The shine of this polish was amazing i hadnt applied the top coat yet and it had alot of shine!! I also noticed it super soft it felt like the Gel nails when i get them done. I did get this for free in my Finesse Vox Box to review this product and im so glad i did because now i know how Great this product worked❤❤❤❤

yes, I recommend this product.

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5 out of 5 stars.

Fantastic polish!

8 years ago
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] I adore this polish so much! The color was a rich burgundy, a beautiful deep red color, and the wear on it was at least a week long before chipping began. It is definitely one of my new favorites! *I received this product free for testing*

yes, I recommend this product.

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5 out of 5 stars.

Stayed on longer than most!

8 years ago
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] The “new” Essie gel polish lasts much longer than any other polish I’ve tried. After about 2 weeks, I only had a little chipping on the edges. (I did apply thick coats though as well as the clear, hardening top coat. Don’t skip it!) Also, really liking this red (Gala-Vanting.) *Note: I received this product free for my honest review.

yes, I recommend this product.

Originally posted on essie.com

5 out of 5 stars.

My Go to Shade for Fall!

8 years ago
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] Loved this color and formula! I have never tried the gel couture line before and it gave off tremendous shine and lasting power. One coat is truly opaque and the brush makes application so easy. I was sent this product complimentary to try and provide my honest feedback and I loved it! Will be buying more colors to add to my collection

yes, I recommend this product.

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4 out of 5 stars.

Great vampy shade!

8 years ago
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] This color appears very dark on nails compared to how it looks in the bottle. It was not the easiest to apply, but once on, it looks great and has stayed on quite well thus far! I received this product for free from Influenster.

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2 out of 5 stars.

I had great hopes

8 years ago
This nail polish color is just the shade of red that I like and I was excited to try it. It is a simple two step process, the nail polish brush allows you full coverage. This polish dried quickly. Unfortunately, it started chipping for me within 2 days. I use a computer off and on throughout the day and I used gloves when I washed dishes. Because of this , I will not be purchasing this nail polish or recommending it. I received this product free to try and review.

no, I do not recommend this product.

Originally posted on essie.com

response from essie.com:
8 years ago
Consumer Care Center
Hi ajamiestarr1971! Thank you for sharing with us some feedback on our Essie Polish. We are sorry to hear that this Polish did not last as long as you expected. For the best results, we recommend using this in conjunction with our Gel Couture Top Coat. We thank you for giving this product a try as we will be passing on your comments to others in our team.
5 out of 5 stars.

Great quality

8 years ago
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] I received this product free for review. Love the color. It is a deep wine color and lasts for a long time. Would definitely recommend to everyone!

yes, I recommend this product.

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5 out of 5 stars.

Love the brush

8 years ago
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] Love the new wire brush makes it simpler to apply and faster. Love the long lasting Gel formula!

yes, I recommend this product.

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4 out of 5 stars.

Great quality

8 years ago
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] I love the ease of this product and the finished result. It’s super long wearing, and great for me since I type all day. I will definitely be buying more colors to add to my collection. Salon quality without the time or cost. I received this product for free to try and review from Influenster. One of my favorite products they have sent so far.

yes, I recommend this product.

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5 out of 5 stars.

LOVE THIS STUFF!

8 years ago
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] This is a GREAT color that lasts SO LONG! I know that some Essie products don't stay on for very long (they chip and feel off a couple days after applying), but this product really does last for at least a week and a half/two weeks if not longer! Plus it goes on so smooth and looks flawless! I received this product free for testing.

yes, I recommend this product.

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5 out of 5 stars.

Salon quality!

8 years ago
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] I received this product from Influenster for testing purposes. I am normally one that skips salon manicures and pedicures. I tried this color today. It looks like I just left the salon. I am so impressed. I will use this line from now on. Looks perfect!

yes, I recommend this product.

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4 out of 5 stars.

Love it!....just a little too dark

8 years ago
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] First, I LOVE the brush shape! It's slightly rounded at the bottom, so it works great for painting your nails without getting polish all over your cuticles...why didn't they think of that sooner? It goes on super smooth, which is always a bonus, and dries quickly. The color is a little too dark for me once it dries...though if you're going for that vampire-inspired look, then this color is perfect for you. I look forward to trying other colors, as I'm an Essie fan, and excited to have a gel product from them! Oh, I almost forgot...best part about this gel? You can remove it with regular nail polish remover!! Also, I received this product for free for testing from Influenster.

yes, I recommend this product.

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5 out of 5 stars.

A gel that works!

8 years ago
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] I have a hard time finding polish that actually stays the length it claims. Essie did it! This stays on though cleaning, washing, and every day mom stuff. I got about a week and a half wear this before it started to fade and chip. But I was still pleased with the results. I’m loving at my local shops for other colors. I received this product for free for an honest review.

yes, I recommend this product.

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5 out of 5 stars.

Bold and Beautiful!

8 years ago
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] I received this product complimentary from Influenster. It came just before Valentine’s Day and this color was perfect for the holiday. The sleek polished is flawless and self-done manicure looked professional. Love it!

yes, I recommend this product.

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5 out of 5 stars.

Gorgeous Color

8 years ago
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] I absolutely love this shade of red. It's not too bright, but not too dark for everyday wear. When using it with the top coat it lasts about a week or so depending how much you use your hands. I received this product free from Influenster in return for my honest review.

yes, I recommend this product.

Originally posted on essie.com

5 out of 5 stars.

amazing

8 years ago
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] I recently received this item for free, for testing purposes. after the first try, im in love. The color is right up my ally. I love the wine colored red. I only needed 2 coats for an even color and it dried so quickly. I highly recommend

yes, I recommend this product.

Originally posted on essie.com

4 out of 5 stars.

New Favorite!

8 years ago
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] I’ve finally found a polish that stays on my nails! Not even shellac stays on them without chipping a few short days after, so I was super impressed when I had made it through the week chip free! This is never a color that I’d pick up on my own, as I’m not a huge fan of red, but fell in love once it was on. I foresee my collection growing quickly! *I received this product for free through Influenster.*

yes, I recommend this product.

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5 out of 5 stars.

Love the color and quality!

8 years ago
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] I’m so impressed with this gel nail polish! I got it as a free gift to try! It lasted such a long time and looked great!

yes, I recommend this product.

Originally posted on essie.com

5 out of 5 stars.

Love

8 years ago
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] This red is a beautiful blue undertoned deep red-- I'm obsessed. It's rapidly become my go-to because it wears so long and is so pretty.

yes, I recommend this product.

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5 out of 5 stars.

gorgeous color

8 years ago
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] I don't often wear reds, especially not deep maroon reds such as this color, unless it's fall time but it is a beautiful color. It looks just like it does in the bottle and I received multiple compliments on my nail color! I actually don't think it looks that different from regular a non-gel polish, but it's lasting power is a bit longer! Usually regular polish chips within a day or two for me, especially because I work frequently with my hands and use alcohol sanitizers frequently, which strip nail polish. This polish lasted several days before I noticed a chip in my index fingers. Other fingernails lasted a week! The brush is easy to apply with and I have no complaints. I received this product free for testing but I would gladly buy other colors.

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5 out of 5 stars.

The perfect wine colored gel

8 years ago
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] have you been searching your whole life for the perfect wine colored gel polish? Well look no further because Essie just solved your wants! This color is beautiful. The application is smooth and flawless and you’ll be left with a mani that looks like it’s from the salon!

yes, I recommend this product.

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