essie gel couture Matte Top Coat Step 2 

The long-lasting matte top coat from the essie gel couture line offers salon-quality gel results at home, without the need for a UV lamp. This simple two-step system creates perfect nails—just like with gel nail polish: In the first step, apply the nail polish. In the second step, use the gel couture top coat to give your nails that ultimate gel shine. You don’t need a UV lamp at all! The long-lasting essie nail polish also offers reliable hold and stays on your nails for up to 14 days*. Plus, it’s just as easy to remove as regular nail polish.

*Confirmed in a consumer application test

Achieve perfect gel nails without a UV lamp using the essie gel couture two-step system:

1. First, apply the long-lasting nail polish evenly with the swirled-tip brush and let it dry thoroughly.
2. Then use the gel couture top coat to seal the nails and give them that ultimate gel shine. The clear top coat also ensures better staying power—up to 14 days* without a UV lamp.

The nail polish is just as easy to remove as regular nail polish. Simply apply a small amount of nail polish remover to a cotton pad and gently rub it over your nails.

*Confirmed in a consumer application test.