essie nail care, strengthener treatment, vegan, Hard To Resist Advanced, 0.46 fl oz

I decided to try this clear tint pink "Glow & Shine" from Essie as the pink armor polish I had been using is not available to ship to my location anymore per Amazon. I am not sure what that means as it is available from my local big box store in my city, but decided I would see what else I might like. I am very pleased with Essie as it is just the right pink color. I also think the brush is shaped just right to apply on polish onto nails. It is somewhat wide shaped and flat that goes over the nail very well and leaves a polish layer that goes on very smoothly. I may look into more Essie polish colors.

I wasn’t sure this product was going to work but OMG. Originally purchased in Nov of 2024 when I had DESTROYED my nails with a drill. They were so so thin, my fingers even hurt.I used this polish for months (because I was too scared to try any new gel or dip) and my nails are so strong. I’m sorry I don’t have pics but all I can say is that it does work; however, I also let my nails rest of no gels or dips or anything, just this one product.Now I always use it as a base coat before doing my dip powder .

I just finished the bottle. I paint my nails right around twice a week and this base coat has been SO nice. Gives the nail a tiny bit of extra thickness and had a nice pink hue and high shine. There were a few times I was tempted to not paint my nails on top of it, because it looked so nice!!! Will buy again

he Essie Natural Mani Kit in Ballet Slippers gives that fresh, clean nail look with very little effort. It’s a great option if you want a subtle, natural manicure without going to the salon.Pros:Classic Shade: Ballet Slippers is a timeless, soft pink that works for everyday wear, weddings, or professional settings.Complete Kit: Comes with everything you need—base coat, color, and top coat—for a polished, long-lasting finish.Smooth Application: Goes on even and streak-free, especially with the wide brush.Quick Dry Time: Dries faster than many other polishes I’ve used—great for busy mornings.Long-Lasting: With the full kit, my nails stayed chip-free for about a week.Cons:Takes 2–3 Coats for Opacity: The color is sheer, so you may need multiple layers to get the look you want.Small Bottles: Great for trying the kit, but smaller than standard Essie polish sizes.Not for Bold Color Lovers: If you want bright or bold, this kit leans very neutral and soft.Final Thoughts:If you're going for a natural, polished look that’s classy and easy to apply at home, this kit is a great pick. Perfect for a minimalist manicure that still feels put-together.Highly recommend if you like soft, clean nails without the fuss.

I had acrylics that were removed, and my nails have giant ridges that are very obvious. They’re splitting and look terrible, and it disturbs me how well this works. I was surprised that it was matte, but it covered imperfections and the matte appearance hides the ridges.

Nail saver!! I was doing at home gel nails and it definitely is damaging. This has helped my nails regain its strength.

Loved this product for 2 months and realized my nails were turning yellow 😞

If you are like me and always, without fail, mess up your nails before they are fully dry...then you NEED this top coat! It dries fully in under 5 min, and that is because of the high concentration of solvents in this product that helps it solidify quicker on the nails! I can easily paint my nails and then head out on the go without having to worry about scratching or chipping my freshly painted nails!