tips & trends
how long does it take nail polish to dry?
if you’re anything like us, many a carefully-painted mani has been ruined by a rogue smudge or poorly timed scrape. it doesn’t matter whether you paid a professional or laboured over your fingertips yourself: it hurts. you’ll see it happen in slow motion – the moment your keys, wallet or other miscellaneous object brushes past your still-damp, freshly painted nails. before you know it, that colour you took ten minutes to pick out is well and truly botched. if this sounds like you, we’re here to help. in this guide we’ll spell out how to dry nail polish quickly so you can say goodbye to smudged manicures for good.
how to dry nail polish quickly
there are no hard and fast answers to the question ‘how long does it take for nail polish to dry?’ it comes down to a few factors which can make or break the quality of your mani and impact whether your nails dry down quickly or stay damp all day. before you set out on your next nail painting session, consider:
depending on these concerns, you could be looking at a five minute or five hour dry time. although as polishes pass their use-by date and become thicker they may never dry down completely. that’s why it’s important to keep an eye on aging polishes in your collection and replace them after they’re past their best. now, let’s unpack how to dry nail polish quickly so you can get back to your day or night with a compliment-worthy manicure.
tip 1: all about the base
tip 2: trust in your top coat
a top coat will work wonders for your manicure’s longevity and vibrancy. to continue the painting metaphor – much like a gloss brings out the colour saturation in an oil painting, a top coat will bring your manicure to life like no other step. with a good top coat in your arsenal, your manicure will be touch-dry and ready to roll in minutes. the essie gel couture top coat is a high shine seal for your manicure. with a simple brush your polish could be dry in only a few minutes.
tip 3: reach for quick dry polish
fast drying nail polish can be a godsend – whether you’re running late but just need a quick colour on your nails to top off your look, or you simply don’t have the patience for standard nail polish dry times. available in a variety of shades to complement your vibe, essie’s quick dry nail polish expressie is the perfect partner in crime for those on the go or always rushing. expressie’s vegan formula dries in about a minute, saving you time and stress on your next manicure.
tip 4: put your mani on ice
allow us to get life hacky for a minute – icing your manicure may sound unusual, but nail techs swear by this technique.
old wives’ tale or the answer to fast drying nail polish? there’s only one way to find out. the process of chilling freshly painted nails thickens the formulation, helping it along the way to set - however take caution when towel drying hands afterwards. we recommend hitting your nails with a blast from your hair dryer on the cold setting, just to be sure.
does essie nail polish dry fast?
let’s walk through each step of your manicure. on a clean, dry nail, your base coat will take 1-2 minutes to dry. each thin coat of essie polish (we recommend applying two coats) will take just a few minutes to dry. finally, you can expect your essie top coat to dry within 1-2 minutes. all up, that’s less time than a coffee run for a long-lasting mani that won’t smudge the moment you reach for your keys. armed with our tips, a smooth, flawless and glossy manicure can be yours in a flash!
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gel couture top coat
<h1 style="font-size:19px;">gel couture quick dry top coat nail polish</h1>
<h2 style="font-size:16px;"><strong>salon-worthy manicures with gel couture quick dry top coat</strong></h2>
<p>say goodbye to waiting for your nails to dry and hello to stunning, long-lasting nail colour with the gel couture <strong>quick dry top coat</strong> from <a></a><a href="/">essie Australia</a>. Whether you're a nail enthusiast or simply looking for a long-lasting manicure, the gel couture top coat is a game-changer. this gel top coat is designed to provide a flawless, gel-like finish while delivering a high-shine, salon-quality result. definitely a must-have addition to your<a href="https://www.essie.com.au/at-home-manicure-guide"> at-home manicure</a> routine!</p>
<div><strong>about the gel couture nail polish range: </strong></div>
<p>essie gel couture offers a new twist on at-home gel colour that stretches the limit of wear up to 15 days! now formulated with new patent-pending flex.e gel technology to resist chipping and new triple shine complex for glass-like shine.</p>
<p><strong>gel couture benefits:</strong></p>
<p style="padding-left:20px; color:#000;">• lasts up to 15 days*: no UV lamp needed. Reapply top coat on day 7
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<p style="padding-left:20px; color:#000;">• glass-like shine </p>
<p style="padding-left:20px; color:#000;">• plump gel-like volume </p>
<p style="padding-left:20px; color:#000;">• swirl stem brush for controlled application & even distribution </p>
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strong start
<h1 style="font-size:19px;">Strong Start Nail Strengthening Base Coat</h1>
essie Strong Start nail polish base coat is our champion of strengthening. The strength boosting formula, infused with biotin, helps reinforce weak and brittle nails.<br />
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The result: a beautiful manicure due to stronger nails being more resistant to peeling, chipping and breakage. essie brings you all your favourite shades, from versatile neutrals to show-stopping icons. With a formula and a brush that takes advantage of the very best salon-professional technology.<br />
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<span style="background-color: #ffffff; color: #333333;">Professional nail expert from the US, since 1981. Essie aims to inspire a love for the manicure experience with a wit and style that touches the hearts of women everywhere. Essie is the go-to nail brand for beauty professionals, industry insiders, celebrities and fashion icons around the world. As the colour authority, Essie is centre stage on runways around the world, offering highly-anticipated colour collections that drive trends season after season. The salon-quality formula and catchy, whimsical names has led to the creation of more than 1,000 shades. Essie is a leader in nail luxury, committed to high-quality standards with an award-winning line of polishes and nail care products for every woman and salon professional. Since its introduction by Essie Weingarten, Essie has delighted the colour-obsessed with a love shared all over the world.</span><br style="color: #333333; background-color: #ffffff;" />
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<span style="background-color: #ffffff; color: #333333;">Goes well with</span><br style="color: #333333; background-color: #ffffff;" />
<span style="background-color: #ffffff; color: #333333;">Any Essie nail colour and top coat</span>
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matte about you
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<h1 style="font-size:19px;">Matte About You Matte Top Coat </h1>
<p class="p1">Instantly transform colour from high-gloss to matte with this essie® matte about you top coat.<span class="Apple-converted-space"> </span>The smooth, matte finish can be used with any essie enamel polish.</p>
