The Gel Nail Polish

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3.9

52 reviews
83%
would repurchase
4.0/5
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Shiny, shiny! Essence's The Gel Nail Polish provides incredible gel shine in rich and beautiful colors, and no lamp required! Color crush technology ensures high intensity color impact and coverage. Combine with The Gel Nail Polish Base Coat and The Gel Nail Polish Top Coat for superior long-lasting wear. Not tested on animals. No DBP, toluene, or formaldehyde.

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    4.0
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    tinkerrbelle

    2 years ago

    I would buy again but it depends on the color. I'd avoid lighter shades as the 3 I brought were gluggy and streaky, and so sticky they took 20 minutes to dry. But I really enjoyed Ever Young #114,...

    About reviewer (1694 reviews)

    Age44-55

    SkinSensitive, Fair, Warm

    HairBlond, Wavy, Fine

    EyesBlue

    3.0
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    inmyopinion

    3 years ago

    I couldn't resist the great price point: only $2.99 CND at Shopper's Drug Mart! I got Your Perfect Nude Shade, which is a natural looking pale pink, no sparkle or shimmer. If you apply only one...

    About reviewer (299 reviews)

    Age56 & Over

    SkinCombination, Olive, Warm

    HairSilver, Curly, Medium

    EyesBrown

    3.0
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    sweetpea19811

    5 years ago

    Got this in the black shade. Decent especially for the price..really shiny and you definitely need 2 coats to cover. Nice wide brush

    About reviewer (1449 reviews)

    Age36-43

    SkinCombination, Fair

    HairBlond

    EyesBlue

    4.0
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    Halyal

    5 years ago

    Electriiiiic is a cobalt blue, cream polish. I think Essence have recently updated/renewed their polish line, but the colours/names in most cases seam to be the same. The formula is pretty good....

    About reviewer (784 reviews)

    Age30-35

    SkinCombination, Fair, Not Sure

    HairBrunette, Other, Other

    EyesGreen

    4.0
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    foundlostme

    6 years ago

    This is a nice polish but it chips really fast on my hands so I'm using it on my toes instead and it stays forever. Easy to apply, only one coat needed even for the larger nails, good big wand,...

    About reviewer (157 reviews)

    Age25-29

    SkinCombination, Fair-Medium, Neutral

    HairBrunette, Straight, Fine

    EyesGray

    1.0
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    Starhawke

    6 years ago

    I heard this polish well-hyped up so I purchased the lightest beige color "Dream On" along with the brands' base and top coat. I did not find that this polish lasted very long at all. Mine...

    About reviewer (86 reviews)

    Age30-35

    SkinSensitive, Fair, Warm

    HairBrunette, Curly, Fine

    EyesHazel

    4.0
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    SorceressOfTheDark

    6 years ago

    I've been using this brand for a few years now along with regular gel polish as a comparison. I also use Essence The Gel Top coat and their Base Coat in conjunction. I'm thoroughly pleased with...

    About reviewer (369 reviews)

    Age56 & Over

    SkinDry, Fair, Cool

    HairBlond, Straight, Fine

    EyesBlue

    2.0
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    kerprice

    6 years ago

    I bought the base coat and the top coat, and this polish lasted all of one day--I wasn't washing dishes or working in the yard, so I don't know why the staying power was so atrocious

    About reviewer (16 reviews)

    Age44-55

    SkinDry, Fair, Cool

    HairBlond, Wavy, Fine

    EyesBlue

    5.0
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    Natashia

    7 years ago

    For the price point this is one of the best np, catrice is great too. The np brush is easy to work with , thick formular ( except for the lighter shades which are more patchy ) , lasts okay . Wish...

    About reviewer (612 reviews)

    Age30-35

    SkinAcne-prone, Fair-Medium

    HairBlack

    EyesBrown

    2.0
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    Meggymoo1984

    7 years ago

    I was intrigued by these nail-polishes as my hair-dresser uses them and they look amazing on her. However, she is very good at applying make-up etc whereas I am rather clumsy. I found the...

    About reviewer (32 reviews)

    Age30-35

    SkinSensitive, Fair

    HairBrunette

    EyesGreen

    4.0
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    AngelBWest

    7 years ago

    The nail polish range is great. Doesn't last as long on my nails because I work with my hands alot but with a top coat it lasts longer. But on my toes - it just sticks. I change it every week just...

    About reviewer (7 reviews)

    Age30-35

    SkinAcne-prone, Fair, Cool

    HairBlond, Straight, Fine

    EyesGreen

    1.0
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    insynity

    7 years ago

    Chips easily and gets clumpy in the bottle. The brush is too wide.

    About reviewer (286 reviews)

    Age19-24

    SkinCombination, Fair, Neutral

    HairBlack, Straight, Medium

    EyesGreen

    5.0
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    klocke94

    7 years ago

    These polishes are amazing, especially for the price point. I really like the flat, wide brush. It's easier to use than the Essie one, and the formula for these polishes never leave me with bubbles...

    About reviewer (9 reviews)

    Age19-24

    SkinDry, Fair-Medium

    HairRed

    EyesBrown

    5.0
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    cosq

    7 years ago

    Contrary to some/many other reviewers, I quite like the brush. I prefer wide brushes to thinner ones, and this one is no exception, and I find it easy to work with. Essence gel polishes perform...

    About reviewer (86 reviews)

    Age44-55

    SkinNormal, Fair

    HairBrunette

    EyesBrown

    5.0
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    JasmineJolene

    7 years ago

    Disagree with previous reviewer that said they chip - I have several of these and I find they last phenomenally well. I pair with the essence nail hardener base coat and a top coat - I'm using...

    About reviewer (285 reviews)

    Age30-35

    SkinCombination, Fair, Neutral

    HairBrunette, Curly, Fine

    EyesHazel

    4.0
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    ryotsiri

    8 years ago

    If you are looking for a colour you don't think you'll use every day, this one is the way to go. If you want to use it a lot, you might want to look in to more expensive brands (Essie, Ciate, Sally...

    About reviewer (9 reviews)

    Age19-24

    SkinVery Dry, Fair

    HairBrown

    EyesGray

    4.0
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    outdoorsgal

    8 years ago

    I love finding products that work and don't break the bank. Essence's The Gel Nail Polish fits into that category. I've bought high end polishes in the past and they weren't bad but not worth...

    About reviewer (681 reviews)

    Age44-55

    SkinSensitive, Fair-Medium, Warm

    HairOther, Wavy, Medium

    EyesBrown

    3.0
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    mariazrv

    8 years ago

    It's a very very very ok naipolish..... They are cheap and have a wide colour range, also if you like wide brushes this is also a plus to buy those nailpolishes. The staying power is avarage, but...

    About reviewer (13 reviews)

    Age19-24

    SkinOily, Fair, Neutral

    HairBrunette, Straight, Fine

    EyesBrown

    4.0
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    biancavasii

    8 years ago

    The formula of this polish is great considering its so inexpensive. I only apply two coats of this and the colour looks opaque without any streaks. However, I hate the brush applicator, it is way...

    About reviewer (41 reviews)

    Age19-24

    SkinCombination, Fair-Medium, Neutral

    HairBrunette, Wavy, Fine

    EyesHazel

    4.0
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    janis13

    8 years ago

    Funny how I had snubbed this brand for so long until I tried a blush from my daughter in a pinch and decided to give it another look-see. I really have been enjoying this nail polish for $1.99. ...

    About reviewer (40 reviews)

    Age56 & Over

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