available in gel blue cream
it's back to cool when you're back in blue-black. this academy blue lacquer is the prep-school chic must of the season.

 

essie nail colour product benefits:

  • extensive colour palette with hundreds of shades 
  • high, glossy shine finish 
  • provides flawless coverage along with outstanding durability 
  • brush fits every nail size for streak-free application
essie

after school boy blazer

available in gel blue cream
it's back to cool when you're back in blue-black. this academy blue lacquer is the prep-school chic must of the season.

 

essie nail colour product benefits:

  • extensive colour palette with hundreds of shades 
  • high, glossy shine finish 
  • provides flawless coverage along with outstanding durability 
  • brush fits every nail size for streak-free application

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5 out of 5 stars.

The perfect natural manicure with essie mademoiselle

7 days ago
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] I am very pleased with Essie nail polish in the shade Mademoiselle. Recently, I used it for my mom's manicure, and the color suited her perfectly. She loves soft, natural shades that enhance the beauty of the nails without looking too bright or overpowering. Mademoiselle is a beautiful sheer pink-beige shade that makes nails look neat, well-groomed, and very feminine. It is perfect for everyday wear as well as special occasions. After application, the nails looked naturally elegant, almost like a professional salon manicure. The polish features a comfortable brush that allows for smooth, streak-free application. The consistency is just right—not too thick and not too thin. We applied two coats for a more noticeable color, and the result was absolutely gorgeous. The polish went on evenly without streaks, bubbles, or uneven patches. I especially liked how quickly it dried and how well it maintained its beautiful appearance. Even after several days, the manicure still looked fresh and polished. My mom was very happy with the results and immediately said that this had become one of her favorite shades. It looks sophisticated, delicate, and pairs beautifully with almost any outfit or occasion. Essie Mademoiselle is an excellent choice for anyone who loves a natural, elegant, and well-groomed manicure. The high quality, versatile shade, and easy application make it a true standout. I will definitely purchase it again.

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5 out of 5 stars.

Perfect light pink nude color

8 days ago
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] Someone who doesn’t wear a lot of nail polish, I always wanna find something that’s more neutral, but still has a little bit of color in it. I really like this Mademoiselle color by Essie! Pink usually scares me a little bit, but it’s the perfect nude with just a hint of pink. It dried so quickly and two coats was the perfect amount. So far it’s staying on perfectly.

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5 out of 5 stars.

Super pretty ballerina pink

8 days ago
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] such a beautiful nudey/ballerina pink. i have very fair skin and i feel like it compliments it greatly. so easy to throw in your bag and take on the go for any touch ups you may need. you really could get away with just doing one coat, it is very thick which is great in my opinion.

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5 out of 5 stars.

A single layer is enough to achieve a vibrant, sophisticated red with a spectacular professional quality shine.

8 days ago
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] Essie enamels never disappoint, and this is no exception. This red is beautiful, intense and very sophisticated. The brush makes the application very easy and even, even if you paint your nails at home. It has excellent coverage and impeccable toughness for days. It became my favorite enamel! Perfect bottle size

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5 out of 5 stars.

“A beautiful, elegant and easy-to-apply nail polish that leaves the nails with a professional finish.

8 days ago
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] it is very easy to apply thanks to its brush, which helps to cover the nail evenly. It dries quickly and with one or two layers a beautiful finish is achieved. I think it's a comfortable product to use. It does not cause discomfort when applying it and leaves the nails with a neat appearance. The bottle is practical and keeps the product tightly closed. The application is clean and does not leave much mess if used with care.The soft/nude pink color looks elegant and natural. Leaves the nails with a shiny finish and with the appearance of a manicure made in a salon. The size is perfect to carry it in a wallet or toiletry bag and be able to make touch-ups when necessary.

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3 out of 5 stars.

Good

8 days ago
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] The packaging was good. It was an easy application. And I love the color so much!! It’s nothing crazy but makes me feel feminine. 2 coats is all you need.

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4 out of 5 stars.

Pretty pink!

9 days ago
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] Absolutely love this color! It’s the perfect baby pink, and the application is made easy by the wide, but not too wide brush. I used several coats for more opacity but it’s totally customizable to your preference. I wish it dried a little faster, but overall love it!

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5 out of 5 stars.

Essie favorite

9 days ago
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] If you're looking for a nail polish that's elegant and easy to wear, this Essie shade is a great choice. I love its soft pink color because it goes with everything and gives my nails a clean, feminine look. The formula applies smoothly, dries fairly quickly, and leaves a beautiful glossy finish. It's perfect for everyday wear or special occasions when you want a natural yet polished manicure. It has definitely become one of my go-to shades for a simple and sophisticated look

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5 out of 5 stars.

Pretty Pink

9 days ago
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] This Essie polish is the perfect soft pink shade it applies smoothly dries quickly give nails a beautiful glossy finish a classic color thats perfect for any occasion.

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5 out of 5 stars.

Pretty color

9 days ago
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] The packaging was sleek and the bottle is strong. I dropped it by mistake and it still did not break. The package was handled well so i would say handling was good. The functionality of the bottle is better than the cheap nail colors. Overall i trust the essie nail color.

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5 out of 5 stars.

Perfect every day nail polish

10 days ago
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] This nail polish actually dries. I don’t know if you guys have noticed but nail polish is not dry like they used to the color Mademoiselle and it is is a perfect everyday color. It tries shiny so you don’t even need a topcoat.

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5 out of 5 stars.

I love

10 days ago
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] The bottle design is iconic in the world of manicures; it comes in a standard 13.5ml size. The finish is beautiful with a natural shine, and the brush design makes application easy. It offers excellent coverage, delivering a solid, opaque color.

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5 out of 5 stars.

Looks elegant

10 days ago
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] Essie nail polish No.112, lightweight bottle with simple, easy to use brush gives control and smooth application. The polish has value for the price and comes in a standard size that lasts a long time. Classic packaging.

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5 out of 5 stars.

Love this nail polish!!

10 days ago
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] I love this nail polish! It’s the prettiest, soft pink shade, and it looks beautiful on the nails! It’s great for applying 1 light layer or building up for more coverage. Love Essie!!!

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5 out of 5 stars.

This nail polish a vibrant color

10 days ago
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] This nail polish has a vibrant color, high quality, good applicator and easy to use. Beautiful packaging and easy to remove from nails. I love it

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5 out of 5 stars.

A timeless soft pink polish with a smooth application , glossy finish and long- lasting wear

11 days ago
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] Absolutely love Essie mademoiselle the packaging is elegant and classic , making it easy to recognize in my nail polish collection . The soft pink shade is beautiful. The texture is smooth and lightweight , allowing for easy and streak-free applications In terms of performance, the polish dries fairly quickly .and leaves a glossy, salon-like finish. It wears well for several days with minimal chipping when used with a top coat. One thing I noticed is the subtle sound of the brush against the bottle neck, which feels sturdy and well-made when opening and closing the product. As for compatibility, this shade works beautifully with all skin tones and is perfect for both casual and professional occasions. It also pairs well with different nail lengths and styles. Overall, Essie Mademoiselle is a timeless, versatile nail polish that delivers a clean, polished look, I would definitely recommend it to anyone looking for a soft , sophisticated pink shade

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5 out of 5 stars.

🥰🥰🥰

11 days ago
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] I love the color it’s incredible and absolutely stunning. The color is bold and gergeous🥰🥰🥰🥰🥰🥰🥰 —— I love it it’s amazing I love it ❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️

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5 out of 5 stars.

Essie 112

11 days ago
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] This color is gorgeous—I absolutely love it. If you appreciate elegant, understated nails, you simply must have this “Mademoiselle” shade; it works as a base coat but also looks beautiful on its own as the main color. It’s a shade you can wear anytime, and I love how long-lasting it is. Just be sure to let it dry completely and prep your nails properly for the best durability and results. I’m totally in love with this color.

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3 out of 5 stars.

Not my favorite formula

20 days ago
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] I love the look of a clean white manicure. Unfortunately this one wasn’t my favorite. I tried it a few times and it applied streaky which is unlike the Essie formula I know. It took multiple coats to get the opacity I wanted. I think this might work better as a nail art shade. It also seemed to chip pretty quickly.

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response from essie.com:
17 days ago
Consumer Care Center
Oh no AmandaJ, we are so sorry to hear this shade didn't live up to the Essie standard you know and love! A clean white mani is the absolute ultimate look, and we completely understand how disappointing it is when it takes too many coats or chips quickly. Your bottle definitely does not sound like it was up to standard. All of our colors, including the Blanc, should flow one easily and look perfect by the second coat. We get why you went with so many coats, but applying more than 2 coats of color increases the chance of any nail enamel chipping. The layers never dry right. Your feedback is incredibly important to us, and we've shared your experience directly with our product team to ensure we keep delivering the smooth, easy application you expect from us. We also think you are spot on—this white would make a perfect accent or French tip shade!
2 out of 5 stars.

Difficult to work with

28 days ago
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] I know white nail polishes are usually thicker because of the pigment, and this one was no exception. The formula felt very thick and streaky, making it hard apply thin, even coats. The brush also left visible lines, and thicker coats took long time to dry. Unfortunately, white polishes are usually more trouble than they're worth for me.

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response from essie.com:
27 days ago
Consumer Care Center
Hi there NataliaH, we are so sorry this bottle was more frustrating than fabulous. Nail polish should be fun, not work! This pure white color should still flow easily onto the nail and by the second coat, the color should be perfect. It sounds like your bottle was not the typical consistency for this color, if the polish is too thick, streaks and long dry time are the result.
1 out of 5 stars.

Color changed - no longer the cult favorite

29 days ago
Mademoiselle used to be my “go to” color. It was the perfect nude (similar to Essie’s long discontinued Adore-a-ball), not too pink, not too beige, and I wore it all the time. Then the color changed. It’s now way too pink, and I hate it. I’m so disappointed that despite feedback from many loyal users, Essie has not seen fit to change it back to the perfect color it was. If you’re going to introduce a new color, don’t destroy a customer favorite - just call it something else. And please bring back the old color, even if you are using a new formulation. Making the argument that a color change is the result of a new formulation rather than owning up to the fact that you made a deliberate change to the color is insulting.

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response from essie.com:
27 days ago
Consumer Care Center
Hello there, thank you for sharing such candid and valuable feedback. We sincerely apologize for the disappointment you’ve experienced with the recent bottles of Mademoiselle, and we completely respect your perspective on how we communicate these changes. You are entirely correct that a change in formula should not come at the expense of a beloved, classic shade. When reformulating to ensure our products are 100% vegan, our goal was to maintain the exact color integrity of Mademoiselle. However, we hear your feedback—and that of other loyal users—that the current version leans too pink and lacks the neutral, beige-leaning balance that made the original shade so perfect. Please know that we take your comments to heart, and your request to bring back the original hue is being shared directly with our color-formulation teams.
5 out of 5 stars.

GREAT FOR MANICURES!

a month ago
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] I love it! It's perfect for my blank nails if I want french tips! It goes on smooth and is pigmented with one coat! It also dries pretty fast as well which I love! So far my nails have lasted a while too so it has good wear! Gonna get some other colors because it's honestly really good.

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2 out of 5 stars.

Loved and lost

a month ago
I used Vanity Fairest for years, it was the perfect sheer nude pink with a bit of sparkle, great for year-round and a wonderful neutral without being boring. HOWEVER, Essie changed the formula and while it's still sheer, the sparkle is gone and its overall color is just another boring pink. Shame on you Essie.

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response from essie.com:
a month ago
Consumer Care Center
Hi there! Thanks for reaching out to us regarding Vanity Fairest. We're sorry to hear you were not satisfied with your recent purchase. We will share your comments regarding the change in color to our teams.
4 out of 5 stars.

It’s okay

a month ago
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] I’m not the best at painting nails as you can see from the photo but the color is good. It wasn’t too thin but did have to apply a second layer. The polish held pretty well with a clear top coat with no chipping and dried pretty fast.

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5 out of 5 stars.

Crisp White

a month ago
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] Essie's Blanc is a true bright white with smooth application and minimal streaking. It levels well, dries fast, and reaches full opacity after two coats with a glossy, clean finish. The brush glides easily and makes it simple to get an even look. I get the best results with a base coat, and with a top coat, it wears well on my nails and even longer on my toes. It's great for French tips, nail art, or a full white manicure, and the vegan, 8-free formula is a nice bonus. It's a classic, crisp white that works for both everyday looks and more detailed designs.

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5 out of 5 stars.

Love

a month ago
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] Essies Blanc is an iconic color that everyone should have. Essies formula applies nicely, dries quickly and is not streaky. I love how opaque it is after two coats.

Originally posted on influenster.com

2 out of 5 stars.

Thin it out

a month ago
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] This is a sheer white that too some time to build up for opacity but I made it work. Definitely had to thin it out to be easier to use since I was patching my cracked nail

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response from essie.com:
a month ago
Consumer Care Center
Hi there KaylaV, we love a resourceful beauty expert! Thank you for sharing how you made this white work for you. (your nail in the pic looks fabulous BTW) However, we don’t know why it was so sheer for you, the color Blanc should be a full coverage, pure snowy white. It sounds like your bottle was not up to our usual standards for this color, but we appreciate the feedback!
4 out of 5 stars.

Perfect sheer pink

a month ago
Perfect sheer pink color. Its a deeper pink tone than mademoiselle. I love it.

yes, I recommend this product.

Originally posted on essie.com

4 out of 5 stars.

Sheer pink

a month ago
Cute sheer pink. Great for everyday use. I would work perfectly for like afm French tip in my opinion.

yes, I recommend this product.

Originally posted on essie.com

4 out of 5 stars.

Perfect dark blue

a month ago
Never painted my nails this dark blue color. But I loved it very much. It is almost close to black unless you are in the light and see the bits of blue peeking through.

yes, I recommend this product.

Originally posted on essie.com

3 out of 5 stars.

Doesn't apply smoothly

a month ago
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] I love the color of this polish, however, it is very thick and hard to apply smoothly. I did 2 passes, while letting the dry in between and it was still kind of clumpy.

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response from essie.com:
a month ago
Consumer Care Center
Hi there RoyalA, It is wonderful to hear you love the pure, crisp white of the color Blanc, but we completely understand how disappointing it is when the application doesn't live up to the color. That thick, clumpy texture you described—especially when it makes a smooth finish impossible—is certainly not the high-quality experience you should have with any Essie color (looks great on your nail BTW!) The nail colors should all flow on easily and by the second coat the color should be perfect!
5 out of 5 stars.

Classic quality

2 months ago
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] This is a classic for my nails, with this nail polish I feel fancy and delicate, like an old money manicure. It’s easy to use, it last for a few days and the color is perfect for every occasion. I’m very happy with my nails results. I’m very happy with this nail polish.

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3 out of 5 stars.

A true, white nail polish

2 months ago
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] This is a true white nail polish, and as such, it’s a bit unforgiving for those of us who aren’t the most talented at painting nails. That said, it provides great coverage and would be excellent for French manicures.

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response from essie.com:
2 months ago
Consumer Care Center
Hi there AndreaF, we hear you—true white polish is the ultimate 'expert level' of manicures! It can definitely be a bit tricky to get perfectly smooth. We’re so happy that you noticed that great coverage, though—that high pigmentation is exactly what makes it such a stunner for a French manicure! (your pic shows beautiful results BTW!) Thank you for the honest review and for sharing your styling tips with our community. Keep rocking that crisp white look!
5 out of 5 stars.

Great 1st coat

2 months ago
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] You can always tell the quality of a white nail polish by the first coat. Other than the imperfections of nail color getting on my skin, I easily could have went with a single coat. The coverage is great and it takes just a few minutes to dry.

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5 out of 5 stars.

A perfect white polish!

2 months ago
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] What can I say other than this is a great, classic white polish. As with most Essie polishes you get quality, quick drying time and reasonable durability. Whether you’re looking for a French tip or a full white nail you won’t be disappointed with this one.

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4 out of 5 stars.

Perfect

2 months ago
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] This color is great for my tips. All it takes is a little bit of building up and it's perfect. Great on my toes and creates a great pedicure color. This looks so beautiful. I really enjoyed using it on my press on nails.

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5 out of 5 stars.

Bold color of white. Super noticeable

2 months ago
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] Super buildable normal polish odor. No dulling of color great finish and evenly applied consistency. Love the bold color and how it can be used alone or with other colors

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5 out of 5 stars.

True white color

2 months ago
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] Excellent coverage. Love the brush! Drying out very quickly. Have to put two coats. Only downside is that the nail polish will start chipping off at the about day three but I’m OK with it because my nails grow very fast. I would buy this again because of the color, quick, dry, and price.

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