inspired by haute couture essie Gel couture is salon quality & longwear at home without the uv lamp. chip and fade resistant color meets gel-like high shine in just 2 easy steps. no base coat, no uv lamp needed. 91% agree it looks like gel, but removes like regular polish, with no harsh soaking, scrubbing or scraping needed. available in a collection of exquisite, long lasting colors. step 1- apply 2 coats of Gel couture color to clean, bare nails, step 2- finish with 1 coat of Gel couture top coat Essie gel couture matte top coat: longwear clear nail polish with a matte finish Long-lasting gel-like nail polish: chip and fade-resistant nail color meets gel-like high shine no base coat no uv lamp Easy two step system: high adherence nail color + gel-like high shine top coat step 1: apply 2 coats of gel couture color step 2: apply gel couture top coat Looks like gel removes like regular polish: remove gel couture nail polish with any acetone or non-acetone nail polish remover; no harsh soaking, scrubbing or scraping Precise generous application: swirl stem brush for precise, generous coverage and flawless at home application Vegan nail polish formula: zero animal derived ingredients and no animal testing Essie, america’s nail salon expert: essie is the go-to nail brand for celebrities, beauty professionals, fashion icons and the color obsessed Directions: step 1- apply 2 coats of Gel couture color to clean, bare nails, step 2- finish with 1 coat of Gel couture top coat