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now or never
not tomorrow, not next week, the perfect time to try this black quick dry nail polish is now - or never.
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dcocobean
Austin
Review1
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Age25 to 34
5 out of 5 stars.
AMAZING, PLEASE MAKE MORE COLORS!
6 years ago
I am going to spam every color with a 5 star review to make up for my first 3 star review:
I originally bought a very light color that needed several coats to get the desired effect. I ended up loving the wider angled shape of the brush and the quick drying effect so much that I went back and bought every color. This is the holy grail of nail polishes. Perfect for folks who want to get a quick mani in before work or a night out. Please forgive me lovely Essie people for my previous 3 star review. This product get all my love, please make more colors and I will continue to shout my adoration for 'Expressie' from the mountaintops!
Yes, I recommend this product.
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nennas77
New Westminster,BC,CA
Review1
Votes0
4 out of 5 stars.
Good Formula, Brush could be Better
4 years ago
(This review was collected as part of a promotion.) I always manage to smear my polish after doing my nails, so I'm always looking for good quick-dry options. I enjoyed the formula of this essie expressie polish. It applied smoothly with even coverage after only one coat (I used over a clear base coat), which was a pleasant surprise, especially for such a dark shade. It did dry quickly and had a nice shiny finish. I used it on my toenails, and it has looked fresh for over a week! The only thing I did not care for was the brush. It's quite large, which made it difficult to avoid getting polish on my skin. I prefer a thinner brush for better control.
Yes, I recommend this product.
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MyBitsandBleeps
CA
Review1
Votes0
5 out of 5 stars.
Excellent essie Expressie Nail Polish
4 years ago
(This review was collected as part of a promotion.) I've been using essie nail polishes for many years so receiving the Expressie quick dry nail colour made me a very happy girl! With essie's first ever angled brush, I agree that applying it (with either hand)
was very easy. For the first time ever, I can say, that I successfully applied the polish to my left hand without any goof-ups! You have no idea how seriously happy this makes me! I simply put on one coat,
allowed it to dry and I was done ... it only took a minute to dry! Best of all: no animal-derived ingredients. @essie you got me clapping my hands (with gorgeous shiny nails that is)!
Yes, I recommend this product.
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ClarifyThings
CA
Review1
Votes0
5 out of 5 stars.
Super impressed
4 years ago
(This review was collected as part of a promotion.) Im super impressed with this nail polish and how well it holds up. Im always on the go, so I love that it is a quick drying formula because it gives me less of a chance of messing my nails up as they are drying. A lot of quick dry formulas Ive tried in the past are very prone to chipping and dont last as longbut this one lasts really well on my nails. It stays very shiny and layers well. After 5 days of wearing this polish I touched up the tips and my nails looked as good as new. Something about the shape of the brush makes it very easy to easily cover my whole nail when applying the polish.
Yes, I recommend this product.
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happysampler
CA
Review1
Votes0
5 out of 5 stars.
Love how quick it dries!
4 years ago
(This review was collected as part of a promotion.) Thank you @essie @chickadvisor @thisisbutterly for sending me essie Expressie Nail Polish. I tried essie Expressie quick dry Nail Polish in a black shade called Now or Never. Love a black nail colour especially for the fall season. The brush is angled so it is so easy to apply. Love how quickly it dries in just one minute. Looks so beautiful with just one coat. It is great that it is vegan & free of toluene, formaldehyde, formaldehyde resin, camphor, ethyl tosylamide, dibutyl phthalate, xylene, triphenyl phosphate and no animal-derived ingredients.
Yes, I recommend this product.
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Kelikeii
CA
Review1
Votes0
5 out of 5 stars.
Everyone needs a black polish
4 years ago
(This review was collected as part of a promotion.) This quick drying formula is perfect for a busy lifestyle, for little fingers and summer toes. By the time I had closed up and put away the polish my nails were fully dry, which was tested when I forgot I just did my nails and tucked the couch quilt back in, my nails were still perfect. Two thin coats was enough to create a opaque coating and they looked fabulous. With the perfect amount of shine its a great nail polish for everyday wear or a fancy evening date. This will be used often!
Yes, I recommend this product.
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JojoK
CA
Review1
Votes0
5 out of 5 stars.
Quick, easy and long lasting!
4 years ago
(This review was collected as part of a promotion.) I already love this super quick and easy expressie product because its a such a huge timesaver. A one and done colour/shine combo is perfect for my busy life. This better for you formula thats missing 8 common polish nasties is a huge bonus as well. I rotate between falsies and natural nails so its important to me that my fake-break polish formulas are less damaging. I already purchase essie brand at least monthly but the angled brush is whaah, perfect for amateur nail artists like me.
Yes, I recommend this product.
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KathyKingdom
CA
Review1
Votes0
4 out of 5 stars.
Essie expressie nil polish
4 years ago
(This review was collected as part of a promotion.) Im giving 4 stars solely for the quick drying formula. It truly does dry fast and with kids I often dont have time to wait. However the formula is incredibly streaky and it takes about 4 coats to get a solid non-transparent color. Something to note is that it is also NOT long wearing. I am able to get a solid couple of days of wear before having to remove and start over because it chips so bad. Within the first hour after completely drying it already shows signs of minor chipping.
Yes, I recommend this product.
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Yegdealios
CA
Review1
Votes0
5 out of 5 stars.
Quick drying!
4 years ago
(This review was collected as part of a promotion.) "Now or never" is a very dark black color that I would not normally use to paint my nails other than to add designs to my nails. I have a collection of Essie nail polish but haven't tried this "expressie" line yet. I usually find Essie polishes dry fairly quickly already but this one claims to dry in a minute and is Essie's first angled brush. It was very pigmented and dried very quickly. Thanks to @thisisbutterly for sending me these #topratedbeauty products to try and review!
Yes, I recommend this product.
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Redflath
CA
Review1
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5 out of 5 stars.
New angled brush for better precision
4 years ago
(This review was collected as part of a promotion.) I received @essie new Expressie quick dry nail color in Now or Never. It is a dark black color. It had a new angled brush that I found amazing. You have more accurate control when apply to nails. It was a shiny dark black color which would be great for nail art, especially in October for Halloween nails. I do love Essie products and will continue to be a fan. Thanks to @walmart_canada, @chickadvisor and @thisisbutterly for letting me #tryforfree. #topratedbeauty.
Yes, I recommend this product.
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Nat01
CA
Review1
Votes0
5 out of 5 stars.
Loved it !
4 years ago
(This review was collected as part of a promotion.) I am definitely an Essie fan when it comes to nail varnish and this particular one did not disappoint. I tend to go for bright colors but trying black for the first time was a revelation. I actually really love it. It was easy to apply because of the curved brush and I was able to apply to both hands without making a mess. The nail varnish stayed on for several days without chipping even though my hands are often in water. For me this nail varnish is definitely a win !
Yes, I recommend this product.
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Alyjo
CA
Review1
Votes0
5 out of 5 stars.
Manicure in a flash!
4 years ago
(This review was collected as part of a promotion.) I already own and love a couple of polishes from this line by Essie, and love that I got to try out a new shade. Black is never my go-to but I have to admit that it looked really nice on my hands. The colour was nice and opaque in 2 coats. In true quick drying fashion, it dried down really quickly. A top coat is not needed but I would recommend it to extend the wear time. I also love the flat angled brush. It really does help with easy and mess free application!
Yes, I recommend this product.
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Beautrient
CA
Review1
Votes0
5 out of 5 stars.
Quick Dry Nails on the Go
4 years ago
(This review was collected as part of a promotion.) Essie Expressie nail color is amazing to be expressie the bold look and expressie the quick drying process.
Nail paint is what I usually apply at the end when all dressed so it usually my on the go thing.
I always prefer quick dry nail paints to avoid spooling it before drying and Essie expressie does the job.
Also the new applicator brush makes life easy to be able to apply it properly with both hands.
I love my Essie for all the good reasons
Yes, I recommend this product.
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jeno2021
CA
Review1
Votes0
5 out of 5 stars.
Nice nail polish!
4 years ago
(This review was collected as part of a promotion.) I really like this product but just not this black colour. The actual polish is nice. It is quick drying but you do need a few minutes. It goes on nicely and my nail colour is still staying on so I think it will last me at least a couple weeks. Low odour as well, which is a plus. I just wasn't a big fan of this black colour. Would buy again, but next time will try the other colours. I like some of the pink colours that come in this line
Yes, I recommend this product.
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DelyanaM
CA
Review1
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4 out of 5 stars.
Great!
4 years ago
(This review was collected as part of a promotion.) Love how quick-drying this polish is! The formula is slightly goopy and not the easiest to work with, but with darker colours thats not much of an issue. Its very opaque and you dont need more than two coats at most (you can get away with just one with this particular shade). The finish is glossy and one application lasted me about four days before it started chipping. The colour is not one Id wear often, but is very on point for Halloween!
Yes, I recommend this product.
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hdcoffee
CA
Review1
Votes0
5 out of 5 stars.
This is all you need!
4 years ago
(This review was collected as part of a promotion.) I love this nail polish from Essie. It's so pigmented and I only needed 2 coats for it to look like a professional manicure. I also love the shine. This is the first nail polish where I haven't had to use a top coat. The new angled brush was a bit weird and I think it could've been fine with a regular brush, but it didn't take long to get used to. Thank you to Butterly and Essie for gifting this product in exchange for my honest review.
Yes, I recommend this product.
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LesleyJ
CA
Review1
Votes0
4 out of 5 stars.
Works great! I would choose another colour though
4 years ago
(This review was collected as part of a promotion.) I had the opportunity to try this product for free in exchange for my honest opinion.
This mail colour goes on smooth and dries quite quickly. A couple of coats of polish are required to achieve a full black colour, as the enamel is somewhat opaque. I do like the consistency and ease of application but Im not a fan of black nail polish. I tend to chose neutral colours, even a deep plum colour would have been more to my taste!
Yes, I recommend this product.
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AMANDAMARTA
CA
Review1
Votes0
4 out of 5 stars.
Super quick dry polish!
4 years ago
(This review was collected as part of a promotion.) I love this new type of nail polish. It doesnt smudge right away and one that you can take pretty much anywhere with you. It does not come off your fingertip. There is minimal chipping after 3-4 days of usage. The bottle itself is different from other bottles. Its
slimmer and taller. If you love doing your nails and/or you are looking for something to keep with you on the go, you will love this! I cannot recommend this enough.
Yes, I recommend this product.
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Luiguithemom
CA
Review1
Votes0
5 out of 5 stars.
Perfect for busy moms
4 years ago
(This review was collected as part of a promotion.) as part of their program #TopRatedBeauty program sent me expressie nail polish color black. This is a One-step color and shine formula that dries in about a minute. The brush has a special angle to make easy self-application with both hands. expressie is an 8-free, vegan formula, formulated without the following ingredients: toluene, formaldehyde, formaldehyde resin, camphor, ethyl tosylamide, dibutyl phthalate, xylene, triphenyl phosphate and no animal-derived ingredients.
In my experience I love this product not only for all the good that I describe, but also because I'm a mother of two kids that are always in need of something (if you are mom you will understand) making it difficult to have time to make my nails.
I totally recommend using this nail polish.
Please don't forget that this product can be found in @walmartcanada
@essie Chickadvisor Butterly
Yes, I recommend this product.
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Anonymous
CA
Review1
Votes0
5 out of 5 stars.
New favourite nail polish
4 years ago
(This review was collected as part of a promotion.) I got essie Expressie Nail Polish in black color which is my all time favourite color. I was impressed with the fact that the color was intense and only required two coats to give a beautiful opaque look. The nail polish dried in just a minute making it perfect when you have to get ready quickly. My rating for this product is 5/5 and would highly recommend this product to all the makeup lovers #gotitfree #topratedbeauty
Yes, I recommend this product.
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LCoyne19
CA
Review1
Votes0
4 out of 5 stars.
Quick and Long Lasting
4 years ago
(This review was collected as part of a promotion.) I received this product complimentary in exchange for my honest review. I've used Essie products before so I had high expectations for this product and it didn't disappoint. Colour had great pigment and a little went a long way. I applied two coats and they both dried quickly. Polish lasted well over a week, even after daily keyboard typing and washing dishes. Loved how the handle was easy to use in either hand also
Yes, I recommend this product.
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MandiLynne
CA
Review1
Votes0
4 out of 5 stars.
Long-lasting nail polish.
4 years ago
(This review was collected as part of a promotion.) In order to make application easier, essie's Expressie nail polish comes with an angled brush. I received a classic black called Now Or Never. To achieve solid coverage, I applied two coats and there have been no chips since I applied it four days ago. I always add a top coat to prevent chipping but it does have a shiny finish before top coating. It is a little pricier than the polishes I normally use.
Yes, I recommend this product.
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nainabehal
Kanata,CA
Review1
Votes0
5 out of 5 stars.
Fast Dry and Bold
4 years ago
(This review was collected as part of a promotion.) I was very excited when trying this product, this nail polish is not only really fast dry, but also nice and glossy. The only issue that I had was it was a bit on the thick and clumpy side, I want to assume it was due to the shipping due to the weather change of super hot to cold and then hot again. But I haven't completely rules out not trying more of this product in different colors just yet.
Yes, I recommend this product.
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aari
St.Petersburg, FL
Review1
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Age18 to 24
1 out of 5 stars.
Not comparable to other shades in this line
4 years ago
I'm pretty new to using nail polish but I have purchased 2 different colors from this line I have shade 356( a light purple) and this shade. Shade 356 is lovely dried quick and stayed looking relatively nice for about 5 days a very long time for me as I pick at my nails very frequently and it applied like a dream. It took about 10 minutes to: prep nails, apply, and have the polish be fully dry.
When I saw this black color available I was excited and expected it to have a similar performance, but it did not. I have tried this shade three different times but every time the polish applies streaky, dries un-evenly, and after about thirty minutes of dry time it is still so wet that that if you touch it it makes an indent in the polish even with only one thin layer applied.
I was very disappointed in this polish especially compared to my positive experience with the other shade of this same line.
No, I do not recommend this product.
Originally posted on essie.com
Response from essie.com:
4 years ago
consumer care center
Hi there Aari! Wow, nothing about your nail color sounds right…we want to understand what’s going on just as much as you do. After the second coat your color should look perfect and the expressie colors should all dry in about a minute. If you would like to speak to us directly about your recent purchase, give us a call @ 866-313-7845
ItzzManda
CA
Review1
Votes0
4 out of 5 stars.
Giving Grunge Vibes
4 years ago
(This review was collected as part of a promotion.) I instantly fell in love with the black shade and I'm feeling ready for the fall vibes. The formula was a nice consistency and application was super smooth with the brush. I was impressed how fast it dries which was an added benefit between each layer. I do recommend a clear coat to finish as your top layer. It can flake pretty fast, especially if you're rough with your hands.
Yes, I recommend this product.
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Devin
CA
Review1
Votes0
5 out of 5 stars.
Love It!
4 years ago
(This review was collected as part of a promotion.) This nail polish is everything it claims to be. It only requires a couple of coats and it's quick drying! I've worn it for 4 days without a top coat and it hasn't chipped yet. That's including frequent hand and dish washing, swimming, and sunscreen! The best part of all for me is that it doesn't smell bad!!! The colour is very pretty, would definitely buy again and recommend!
Yes, I recommend this product.
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Danirayed
CA
Review1
Votes0
5 out of 5 stars.
Dries so quickly!
4 years ago
(This review was collected as part of a promotion.) I am in love with this polish! It is gorgeous, I never thought I would wear black but it's really pretty. I applied it on my toes (I can't wear polish at work on my fingers) and it literally only too like 20 seconds to dry. I only needed on coat to cover very nicely. I have had it on about a week and there is no chipping, scratches or fading. I want this I. Every color!!
Yes, I recommend this product.
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undivided
CA
Review1
Votes0
5 out of 5 stars.
super quick and easy
4 years ago
(This review was collected as part of a promotion.) I am a working mom to a toddler, so life is hectic and I barely have any time to myself, so this Expressie Polish is exactly what I need. It's perfect when you've got places to go and can barely spare a minute. With this line, apply, sit back with a drink and within a minute you're ready to go. This polish is also vegan and 8-free. Everything you could want in a polish.
Yes, I recommend this product.
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Kiana
CA
Review1
Votes0
4 out of 5 stars.
Dries Really Quick
4 years ago
(This review was collected as part of a promotion.) Great nail polish if you are in a rush.
All it took was two coats and it dries super fast. Brush head head covers a lot of nail for quick application. First coat was a bit streaky but the second coat covered it all up. The finish was nice and shiny. Only lasted a couple days before it started chipping for me however that happens with all nail polishes that I use.
Yes, I recommend this product.
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Gemzz
CA
Review1
Votes0
5 out of 5 stars.
Essie lightening speed black shadow
4 years ago
(This review was collected as part of a promotion.) Essie Expressie quick dry nail color- now or never #380 shade was three thin coats dry in under a minute. Ready to do the zipper test, wow, no chips in the polish. The intense black glossy polish is a perfect shade as its timeless. Comes in a small 10ml bottle, perfect for a clutch purse. Very low scent. No nail staining after a week of wear. Very easy to remove.
Yes, I recommend this product.
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Nailsbycarleigh
Review1
Votes0
5 out of 5 stars.
Love Expressie!!
4 years ago
(This review was collected as part of a promotion.) I love Essie nailpolish already and this Expressie line of polish has a really great formula! I love how quick drying it is and the formula is very smooth and easy to apply. Love this shade Express to Impress - a very natural muted green shade! Very excited to add this to my polish collection! I will be getting a lot of use out of this shade for nail art well.
Yes, I recommend this product.
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Diannalynnxo
CA
Review1
Votes0
4 out of 5 stars.
Essie Black Expressie Nail Polish
4 years ago
(This review was collected as part of a promotion.) I really enjoyed using this quick dry polish after two coats, it was completely dry in 5 minutes. This is very convenient for application in a hurry. I appreciate the angled brush which made it easier for applying with both hands. The colour is a nice beautiful black and will look wicked to wear this Halloween or for an everyday punky look. @essie @Expressie
Yes, I recommend this product.
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Anastazja
CA
Review1
Votes0
4 out of 5 stars.
Very glossy and fast drying
4 years ago
(This review was collected as part of a promotion.) As I have a shellac manicure, I don't quite wear a nail polish, but this one was nice! Love the rich black colour, it's my favourite. Glides on smoothly and dries really quickly, you will definitely notice the difference! Has a very glossy finish, however, it started to chip after 2-3 days so I had to reapply. Probably won't repurchase, as I prefer shellac.
Yes, I recommend this product.
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samsaragx
CA
Review1
Votes0
5 out of 5 stars.
It dries super fast!
4 years ago
(This review was collected as part of a promotion.) I have used this brand before, so I was expecting the same results, but wow, turns out this new line dries super fast! It was honestly very surprising and I'm already planning to get some other colours! I also love how thick the actual product is, but it doesn't clump, it has the right consistency and is very pigmented, so you could be ok with just one coat, though I tried 2 coats and it still dried quite fast, I simply love this! It still chips at the average speed however, especially if you don't seal the top of your nails or use a clear polish as a sealer, but I don't mind, I'm still amazed by how fast it dries! My only recommendation would be to make the brush rounded maybe, or not that big, though it might be just me because I have very thin fingers, but honestly it has been a while since I got a nice nailpolish, so I'm going to get some more colours to try! Please note that I got this product for free in exchange for my review.
Yes, I recommend this product.
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Tracy
Toronto
Review1
Votes0
Age55 to 64
5 out of 5 stars.
Gorgeous!
5 years ago
Just bought this today, I haven't worn black nail polish since I was a teenager but I'm loving this. It went on a bit sheer but the 2nd coat took care of that. Looks great with gold or rose gold stacking rings as well :) I'm 55 and I feel like the black takes attention away from the wrinkles I'm getting on my hands. (Hey, these hands have done a lot!)
Yes, I recommend this product.
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Jesschantelle
CA
Review1
Votes0
5 out of 5 stars.
Revolutionary application!
4 years ago
(This review was collected as part of a promotion.) I was already a fan of the great quality of Essie polishes. This one, though a dark color that I wouldn't choose to wear frequently, went on so smoothly and didn't wear or chip for days. I especially liked how easy it was to apply polish with the angled brush - something I haven't seen anywhere else! Come out with lots more colors... I love it!
Yes, I recommend this product.
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Amber
CA
Review1
Votes0
4 out of 5 stars.
The best fast-dry nail polish
4 years ago
(This review was collected as part of a promotion.) First thing got my attention ,when i received this product complimentary for testing is that the bottle is slimmer and taller from the regular Essie bottle, the brush easy to handle and to apply. I loved the colour and it's highly pigmented.
I applied just before to go out in rush and it dried quickly without smudging.
Am really impressed.
Yes, I recommend this product.
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MinaM
CA
Review1
Votes0
5 out of 5 stars.
Dries fast
4 years ago
(This review was collected as part of a promotion.) I really enjoyed using this quick dry polish. After 2 coats, it was completely dry in 5 minutes. This is very convenient for application in a hurry. I appreciate the angled brush which did make it easier for applying with both hands. I also didnt use any base or top coat and if lasted me 2 weeks with a few chips that i could retouch easily.
Yes, I recommend this product.
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