All About Essie Nail Polish

The American brand of nail polish Essie blew up the world of the nail industry. The brand expands its product line and color palette every year.

Essie was founded by Essie Weingarten in the early 1980s. This woman originally acted as a distributor of nail polish, the palette of which by that time consisted of 12 shades. Essie has sold these products in various beauty salons located in New York. After some time, the whole country already knew about the advantages of new nail coating products:

• very resistant (compared to standard varnishes);
• variety of shades;
• attractive names ("Passionate Love", "Body Language", "Old Wine" and others).

The tube itself (which Essie developed a few years later) with the engraving of the same name was also distinguished by its originality. As soon as varnishes appeared in stores, they began to gain in popularity very quickly. By the early 2000s, these coatings held a leading position among similar products.

In the future, the line of products under the Essie brand expanded. There were already not only colorful decorative coatings, but also cuticle softening oil, base, firming agents, top, coating removers, bath salts, and healing masks. All these cosmetic innovations were appreciated not only by ordinary girls who want to look attractive, but also by Hollywood stars, as well as representatives of royal blood: Kate Middleton, Olivia Munn, Kim Kardashian, Saoirse Ronan, Rihanna, Beyonce and many others.

The Essie brand pleases its fans with a huge palette of shades: from ultra-bright to noble red and everyday nude. Only 300 colors and many different textures. This includes delicate, subtle finishes that are appropriate for everyday use, and bright colors for the warm season, and glossy varnishes with a holographic effect and dense glitter, appropriate for evening events. All varnishes are arranged in specific collections that meet specific needs.

This series is intended for representatives of the beautiful half of humanity who have problems with the nail plate: it is exhausted and undergoes frequent delamination. The color range of the series is presented in 30 tones. Almost all of them are variations of pastel shades.

The collection was inspired by high fashion shows. In a series of 100 shades, which are arranged around the main tone:

• White;
• pink;
• Gray;
• nude;
• Red;
• pearl;
• blue;
• pink;
• violet;
• terracotta;
• green;
• metallic.

Products from this series are suitable for use by experienced nail art masters in beauty salons. Compared to coatings from other collections, they are more resistant and have a slightly different composition.

This collection of varnishes is specially designed for creating wedding looks. The series includes 6 colors: from classic white to deep crimson. There is also a shade of gold, pink and blue tones.

A series inspired by stories of princesses and fairy-tale characters. Of the 6 colors presented in the collection, two are distinguished by their pearlescent sheen. The varnishes of this series are suitable not only for very young dreamers, but also for adult girls due to the presence of rich dark shades in the collection.

The varnishes in this collection contain sparkles reminiscent of the starry sky. The series is presented in six shades: burgundy, light pink, bronze, dark blue, pearl and nude. The reason for the release of varnishes with these characteristics was a festive event - the 35th anniversary of the brand.

Among the most winning colors of Essie lacquers, several are worth highlighting.

• Off Tropic 967. It has a deep green tint that will look harmonious on both pale-skinned girls and mulatto girls. In addition, this color will be appropriate on handles both in winter and during the warm season.
• Altitude Attitude 942. The bright red color of this polish is best combined with a translucent lip gloss for a spectacular but restrained look. If you want to showcase your bold and slightly daring nature, then you can complement the bright coating of nails with fiery red lipstick.

• Mezmerized 93. Indigo varnish is the perfect find for a sultry summer. It will beautifully set off your tan and will definitely not go unnoticed. The creamy texture adheres tightly and evenly, leaving no uncolored areas.
• Surrounded Be Studs 390. No base is required for this coating. It will last for a very long time anyway, without chipping and cracking. The deep blue looks very elegant. The coating has a dense texture, lays down evenly, making a single application possible. The finish is ideal for nail art debutants.
• In The Lobby 935. Cherry color lacquer is a timeless classic. Best of all, this tone will look on nails with a "soft square" shape.

Essie brand varnishes are popular not only among nail art lovers, but also among professionals.Masters appreciated their quality and a wide range of shades, so the brand is now found in many beauty salons and specialized cosmetics stores. There are several advantages of coatings.

• A special varnish formula that prevents the formation of chips and cracks.
• Longevity: at least 7 days. The manufacturer of cosmetics gives a guarantee that during this period of time with the coating nothing that negatively affects its appearance will not happen: the varnish will not turn yellow, the color will not look wiped off.

• Every year new items appear in the collections, keeping pace with the latest fashion trends. The color palette of varnishes becomes even wider, and new components are added to the formula.
• The varnish adheres perfectly even with a single layer. It does not spread over the surface of the nail plate, does not form bubbles and bald spots.
• A wide range of colors allows every girl to find exactly the one that suits her style and individual preferences.
• A flexible brush with a convenient shape allows you to apply the coating in one stroke to the entire nail plate at once. The special structure of the brush allows you to make an even semicircle along the lunula.
• Varnishes do not contain toxic substances and do not have an unpleasant odor. There are no components in the cosmetic formula that can harm the structure of the nail: toluene, formaldehyde.
• The lacquers dry in a short time, forming a beautiful glossy top coat.

Among the shortcomings of Essie products, there are only three points.

• High cost. For one tube with 15 ml of varnish you will have to pay from 250-500 rubles. Few will buy ordinary varnish for this price. But if you consider that the Essie brand represents quality products with beautiful colors and a long service life, then such a purchase can be justified.
• The brand's varnishes are not available in all cities of the country. In megacities, this problem does not exist, since specialized boutiques regularly update their product range based on current trends. For residents of remote settlements, online stores are the only option for ordering fashionable novelties.
• Product consumers note that if the tube with varnish is shaken vigorously before applying to the nails, the coating will lie unevenly and bubbles will form on it.

Reviews of Essie brand varnishes are only positive. The advantages of the customer's brand include:

• presence in the collections of matte coatings;
• comfortable brush shape;
• beautiful shades;
• dense texture (can be applied in one layer);
• durability (up to 2 weeks);
• quality;
• absence of bubbles and unpainted areas;
• fast drying time;
• ease of application.

How art nail blogger Anastasia Solomatina makes professional manicure with Essie varnishes, see the video below.