cream blue
  • expressie, by essie, is our quick dry on-the-fly vegan nail polish
  • one-step color and shine formula dries in about a minute so you can grab, apply and dry on the fly
  • our first ever angled brush for easy self-application with both hands, including your non-dominant hand
  • express yourself with a range of unconventional, trans-seasonal fast drying nail polish colors
expressie

feel the hype

cream blue
  • expressie, by essie, is our quick dry on-the-fly vegan nail polish
  • one-step color and shine formula dries in about a minute so you can grab, apply and dry on the fly
  • our first ever angled brush for easy self-application with both hands, including your non-dominant hand
  • express yourself with a range of unconventional, trans-seasonal fast drying nail polish colors

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5 out of 5 stars.

Love

a month ago
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] My new go to polish! The color comes out perfect every single time it dries quickly and doesn’t have a super poet smell whatsoever. Will be buying more Moore shades ASAP.

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5 out of 5 stars.

Best!

a month ago
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] Absolutely love this polish! Has help up so well over my acrylic nails. So easy to apply and a smooth finish. It dries quickly and perfectly everytime

Originally posted on influenster.com

1 out of 5 stars.

Pour endommager serieusement ongles et peaux

11 months ago
ongles et peaux restent bleus malgré plusieurs tentatives de retrait avec dissolvant
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no, I do not recommend this product.

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11 months ago
BEC
Merci beaucoup pour votre avis sur notre Vernis Expressie - Feel the Hype. Nous sommes désolés d'apprendre que que le produit laisse un résidu bleu. Pour éviter cela, nous vous recommandons utilisez un dissolvant pour vernis à ongles contenant 100 % d'acétone afin de retirer le vernis à ongles et tout résidu restant. Nous apprécions sincèrement vos commentaires et les partagerons avec notre équipe dédiée à la formulation des produits. N'hésitez pas à nous contacter si vous avez d'autres questions ou préoccupations.
2 out of 5 stars.

Not durable and stains nails

a year ago
I love this color but it chipped off almost immediately and then, when removing the polish, it stained my nails. Pretty disappointing.

Originally posted on essie.com

response from essie.com:
11 months ago
Consumer Care Center
Hi there, we would be disappointed too! Some people are more likely to experience staining from intensely pigmented polish shades. Those with dry nails are especially at risk. If you see staining during polish removal, lightly buff the nail to remove polish residue from the surface of the nail plate. That being said, this quick dry nail enamel goes on bare nails, without a base coat, so it may not be a good choice for your nails. If you would like to speak to us directly about your recent purchase, give us a call @ 866-313-7845 M-F 9 am-5:30 pm ET
5 out of 5 stars.

Just right

a year ago
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] The packaging was just right for this. There is no scent to this other than acetone like all nail polishes. I'm not sure the price of this. The color was bright and stayed on for 3 weeks without chipping.

Originally posted on influenster.com

5 out of 5 stars.

Excellent color, truly QUICK DRY

a year ago
Hoping my review rises to the top as I was not incentivized and paid full price for this product! Every color I’ve tried of the quick dry formula has been fabulous, this is no exception. A happy medium between electric neon yellow and brat green. For those having issues with coverage, I would highly recommend making sure you’ve dehydrated your nail with acetone before applying. Most quick dry formulas, I have noticed, apply more thin and streaky over nails that haven’t been properly prepared. Something about the way they can interact with the natural oils on your nails. Two coats and one coat of Essie’s super quick dry topcoat makes my manicure perfect every time and lasts me at least 3 days (keeping in mind that I work outdoors with my hands, so your mani might last even longer!)

yes, I recommend this product.

Originally posted on essie.com

5 out of 5 stars.

Perfectly Pleased with my Purple Polish!

a year ago
I have used a nail polish in a very long time, so while my application skills aren’t that great, that’s on me. This polish is a beautiful color, one swipe and I was immediately impressed! I applied as recommended and I’m just very pleased with how my nails turned out! I definitely recommend essie polishes and choreo queen in particular to everyone!

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5 out of 5 stars.

Good quality!

a year ago
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] Really pretty color! Perfect the summer time. This polish dries fairly fast and I like the brush because it’s easy to apply even layers. The packaging for Essie is always so nice!

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5 out of 5 stars.

Love this color and product

a year ago
I don't think I'll ever use non-quick dry nail polish again. I've used this twice since I purchased it and I love how quickly it dries. I have had no trouble with smudges while sleeping etc. Even with such a dark color, I have found it to stay nice and shiny.

Originally posted on essie.com

5 out of 5 stars.

Vibrant and easy application

2 years ago
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] Very interesting color, I don’t usually go for bright greens so this one is unique in my collection. It’s very vibrant, goes on easy and drys very fast compared to other standard polishes. It lasts me a few days with zero chips. I use Essie polishes often so the formula is a hit, however the color is not one I would typically reach for. Definitely one for the summer!

Originally posted on influenster.com

5 out of 5 stars.

Beautiful color and easy application

2 years ago
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] I’ve been using Essie for years and by far have more purples than any other color, so this was right up my alley. Lovely color, excellent pay off, great formulation, quick drying, and lasted me a few days without any chips. Would definitely recommend to anybody looking for another purple to add to their collection.

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4 out of 5 stars.

Dries quickly but this green is not it for me

2 years ago
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] (Green review) The only reason I’m removing a star is because I don’t care for the color! If it was a pink or lighter purple it would be more up my ally. That being said, the product works really well and dries quickly as promised! I sadly am not very good at doing my own nails so I will spare everyone a photo of my finished hand (which is my fault). If I got a different color I would have rated 5 stars. I hate waiting around for nail polish to dry so this is really a great product. I’m curious to see some of the other colors they have available. The green is kind of a hideous color I don’t think I’ll be using it again.

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4 out of 5 stars.

Dries quickly!

2 years ago
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] (Purple review) The only reason I’m removing a star is because I don’t care for the color! If it was a pink or lighter purple it would be more up my ally. That being said, the product works really well and dries quickly as promised! I sadly am not very good at doing my own nails so I will spare everyone a photo of my finished hand (which is my fault). If I got a different color I would have rated 5 stars. I hate waiting around for nail polish to dry so this is really a great product. I’m curious to see some of the other colors they have available.

Originally posted on influenster.com

2 out of 5 stars.

Stains your finger nails

2 years ago
Great blue but stains your finger nails even after you re-clean.

Originally posted on essie.com

response from essie.com:
2 years ago
Consumer Care Center
Hello KT2B. We are so sorry to hear our polish left some polish staining behind when removing. For future removals, we suggest to soak your cotton pad in polish remover, and then allow it to sit on the nail for 5 seconds. Pull the cotton pad vertically down the nail from cuticle to tip—never rub back and forth horizontally. Fold the cotton and continue to remove any remaining polish by pulling the cotton vertically down the nail. Some people are more likely to experience staining from intensely pigmented polish shades. Those with dry nails are especially at risk. If you see staining during polish removal, lightly buff the nail to remove polish residue from the surface of the nail plate. If you would like to speak to us directly about your recent purchase, give us a call @ 866-313-7845 M-F 9 am-5:30 pm ET
5 out of 5 stars.

Love it

2 years ago
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] I definitely feel like a queen wearing this color. It dries quickly . I love that it Doesn’t chip easily. Which is great since I’m always on the go.

Originally posted on influenster.com

5 out of 5 stars.

Main Character moment polish for sure!

2 years ago
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] This nail polish truly pops and this color is “the moment”! The pigment is great and application is easy. Definitely a great quality polish with great drying time. Chip resistant stays on nails long. Very pretty would recommend

Originally posted on influenster.com

5 out of 5 stars.

Lovely purple Essie nail polish!

2 years ago
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] Loved this color of Essie nail polish! Such a pretty purple color easy to apply. The drying time is not super long and feels nice. The shine of the polish is great. Found that the polish lasted two weeks on the nails amazing for regular polish. Also very easy to remove with nail polish remover!

Originally posted on influenster.com

5 out of 5 stars.

Essie Always

2 years ago
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] Essie is always a nail staple. Awesome application, opaque color. Dries nicely. This color is not what I’d typically go for, but it is a great addition to my collection for spring & summer time.

Originally posted on influenster.com

5 out of 5 stars.

Essie Always

2 years ago
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] Essie is a total nail staple. Always applies perfectly, color is opaque and so pretty. It is perfect for the spring and summer time to spice things up. I am usually always a pink girly but this purple is a great color to add to my collection.

Originally posted on influenster.com

5 out of 5 stars.

Pretty color and nice formula

2 years ago
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] Super pretty color ! The bottle is nice and chic too , pretty different from their previous polishes but still the same concept. Color glides on smoothly and I only applied one coat. I applied this on my friend’s little sister and she loved it haha! Scent wasn’t too bad either

Originally posted on influenster.com

3 out of 5 stars.

Pretty

2 years ago
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] This is a very nice Essie nail polish. I don’t love the color but only because I think it doesn’t go with my skin tone. However, my sister loves it. It lasts a long time and applies very well.

Originally posted on influenster.com

response from essie.com:
2 years ago
Consumer Care Center
Hello mariacandyy! Thanks for trying out the expressie quick dry color 'main character moment'. We're glad to hear your sister loves this bright lime green with yellow undertones even if its not right for you! We get that not every color is going to work for everyone but we make sure to offer a very wide and exciting selection of colors, something for every nail!
1 out of 5 stars.

Don’t recommend

2 years ago
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] I got both choreo queen and main character movement. I imagined main character movement would be brighter and lighter than it actually is. Tried painting my nails, and was not satisfied: the polish is really thin and takes a long time to dry. You'll need to put on multiple thin layers and be very patient if you want the color to be even/ show up well

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response from essie.com:
2 years ago
Consumer Care Center
Hello yasmina2974! We are sorry to hear the expressie quick dry color 'main character moment' is not your new favorite. But something's not right...your color should be a bright lime green with yellow undertones that dries in about one minute. By the second coat, the color should be perfect and cover well.
5 out of 5 stars.

Don’t recommend

2 years ago
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] I got both chores queen and main character movement. I imagined main character movement would be brighter and lighter than it actually is. Tried painting my nails, and was not satisfied: the polish is really thin and takes a long time to dry. You’ll need to put on multiple thin layers and be very patient if you want the color to be even/show up well

Originally posted on influenster.com

5 out of 5 stars.

Main character moment Essie nail polish

2 years ago
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] This is a great nail polish. The color is a really nice lime green perfect for the spring and summer seasons. The brush is nice enough to help be preside as possible with the application. The best part is how fast it dries. You can use your hands to do other things after couple minutes since it’s quick drying. Doesn’t chip too fast either. Would recommend.

Originally posted on influenster.com

5 out of 5 stars.

Beautiful spring color

2 years ago
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] The color was vibrant and i loved how quick this product dried! So far it has been very durable, as i have used this on my daughter! It was very easy to apply and has definitely been the most precise nail polish!

Originally posted on influenster.com

4 out of 5 stars.

Short Drying Time and Perfect for Summer

2 years ago
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] This nail polish has nice staying power, but I find that it doesn’t apply as smoothly as the regular Essie formula. I have to put in more effort to make sure my nails are streak-free. Other than that, I love the colors and plan to use them all summer.

Originally posted on influenster.com

1 out of 5 stars.

I’m sorry, but I am not a fan of the color, but this polish is good!

2 years ago
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] I’m sorry, but I am not a fan of this color. However, the polish is very good. It did not chip at all and stayed on well. I would recommend to use this polish, but not this color.

Originally posted on influenster.com

response from essie.com:
2 years ago
Consumer Care Center
Hello felicial53! Thank you for trying out the expressie quick dry color 'main character moment'. We are delighted to the polish applied well and held up for you, but we get that this bright lime green with yellow undertones is not a color for everyone or every day. A mani or pedi with the expressie quick dry colors takes just a minute or so, (no base or top coat needed) making it perfect for fun looks to wear in summer!
5 out of 5 stars.

Very pretty!

2 years ago
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] This color is pretty and the nail polish is very good. It did not chip easily and stayed on well. The perfect color for spring this year! I would recommend.

Originally posted on influenster.com

4 out of 5 stars.

Best non gel polish

2 years ago
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] The smell on these polishes is less than normal. The pigmentation is perfect. The applicator brush is the best one ive ever seen. Applying is very quick and easy. The two shades I received both perform beautifully. Drying time is nearly instant

Originally posted on influenster.com

5 out of 5 stars.

Amazing

2 years ago
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] I love this nail polish!💅 it’s a perfect spring purple. The application is easy and smooth! It drys reasonably fast and it’s pretty chip resistant. My niece love this color!

Originally posted on influenster.com

5 out of 5 stars.

New must

2 years ago
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] These colors are vibrant and chip proof also dries super fast like with in seconds surprisingly even when you do multiple coats because that’s usually how I ruin my polish but not anymore

Originally posted on influenster.com

5 out of 5 stars.

Wow

2 years ago
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] Omg this drys fast and I’ve had the polish on for a week and it hasn’t chipped 🤩 The finish is glossy too I think it’s the best polish I’ve seen in awhile

Originally posted on influenster.com

5 out of 5 stars.

Purple Queen

2 years ago
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] The application of this product is really smooth and it helps for anyone who has trouble with getting the hand opposite from their dominant hand. The dry time is really quick & I haven’t had any issues with chipping at all!

Originally posted on influenster.com

5 out of 5 stars.

Beautiful Neon Green Nail Polish

2 years ago
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] Love this neon green! It is so vibrant but does take a couple coats to show good on your nails. It dries super fast which is very nice if you don’t have a nail dryer. Seems to be pretty chip resistant for the most part.

Originally posted on influenster.com

5 out of 5 stars.

Perfect Pastel Purple Nail Polish for Spring

2 years ago
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] This is a perfect pastel purple for Easter and spring! I used it on my 4 year old daughter for Easter and it dries quickly which is a plus when doing a kids nails. It lasted my daughter a week before it started to chip off otherwise it’s pretty chip resistant.

Originally posted on influenster.com

5 out of 5 stars.

So pretty

2 years ago
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] Perfect color! Just in time for baseball season! My little is on the Rockies and i got to paint my nails purple! It dried fast and easy to apply! Had them for a week and they haven’t chipped.

Originally posted on influenster.com

4 out of 5 stars.

Bold and rich shade

2 years ago
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] Bold shade and perfect for when you want to make a statement. It is chip resistance and easy to apply. I love the finish and it provides full coverage in one coating.

Originally posted on influenster.com

5 out of 5 stars.

Best nail polish brand ever

2 years ago
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] I really like this color, it reminds me of matcha. The nail polish is fast-drying and and covers up my whole nails which I love! As expected from essie, it last a long time!

Originally posted on influenster.com

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