essie Expressie quick-dry nail polish — Throw It On lilac purple, 0.33 fl oz, vegan one-step color & angled brush

essie Expressie in Throw It On is a fast-drying lilac purple nail polish that delivers one-step color and shine in about a minute with an angled brush for easy, on-the-go application.

This compact 0.33 fl oz bottle from essie brings a creamy lilac purple shade into a quick-dry, vegan formula designed for busy routines. Expressie was engineered for speed: the polish dries rapidly so you can apply color and be ready to go without waiting for layers to set. The product also introduces essie’s first angled brush, which simplifies painting both dominant and non-dominant hands.

How fast will my nails dry after applying essie Expressie?

Expressie is formulated to dry in roughly one minute per coat under normal conditions, letting you complete a manicure quickly. For best results, apply thin, even layers and allow the brief drying time between coats.

• One-step color and shine—no separate top coat required
• Two thin coats recommended for full opacity
• A few extra seconds in humid or cold environments may be needed

What makes the angled brush helpful for at-home manicures?

The brush is angled to follow the natural curve of the nail, making it easier to paint both hands, including your non-dominant side. You can flip the brush to change the angle for a smoother, more controlled stroke.

• Angled tip reduces excess touch-ups and mistakes
• Designed for one-handed flipping to switch angles quickly
• Helps create even coverage along cuticle lines and nail edges

Is this shade and formula suitable for everyday wear?

Throw It On is a versatile lilac purple with a cream finish that complements casual and dressed-up looks. The formula is 8-free and vegan, formulated without animal-derived ingredients and produced under essie’s quality standards.

• Creamy finish for a polished, wearable look
• Vegan and free of several common solvents and additives (8-free)
• From a brand known for trend-led and timeless shades

How should I apply and maintain this polish for best longevity?

Apply two thin coats on clean, dry nails and allow the brief drying time between coats. No base or top coat is required, though adding cuticle oil after your manicure helps keep nails and skin moisturized.

• Start with clean nails; remove oils or previous polish residue
• Apply two thin coats for opaque coverage; let each dry about a minute
• Finish with essie apricot cuticle oil to condition surrounding skin

Who is this for: essie Expressie in Throw It On is ideal for anyone who needs a fast, reliable manicure—from busy professionals to parents and travelers. It suits those who want a polished, on-trend lilac purple without long dry times, and for shoppers who prefer vegan nail products from a reputable brand. If you value convenience, color variety, and a brush designed to simplify at-home application, this quick-dry polish is a practical addition to your beauty routine.

Ingredients

BUTYL ACETATE, ETHYL ACETATE, NITROCELLULOSE, ADIPIC ACID/NEOPENTYL GLYCOL/TRIMELLITIC ANHYDRIDE COPOLYMER, ACETYL TRIBUTYL CITRATE, ISOPROPYL ALCOHOL, STEARALKONIUM BENTONITE, STYRENE/ACRYLATES COPOLYMER, ACRYLATES COPOLYMER, SILICA, DIACETONE ALCOHOL, OCTOCRYLENE, n-BUTYL ALCOHOL, HEXANAL, SYNTHETIC FLUORPHLOGOPITE, LITHOTHAMNIUM CALCARUM EXTRACT / LITHOTHAMNION CALCAREUM EXTRACT, CALCIUM SODIUM BOROSILICATE, PHOSPHORIC ACID, DIMETHICONE, MANNITOL, COLOPHONIUM / ROSIN / COLOPHANE, TRIMETHYLSILOXYSILICATE, DIATOMACEOUS EARTH, BARIUM SULFATE, TIN OXIDE, ZINC SULFATE, [+/- MAY CONTAIN / PEUT CONTENIR CI 77891 / TITANIUM DIOXIDE, CI 77491, CI 77492 / IRON OXIDES, MICA, CI 77266 / BLACK 2, CI 77742 / MANGANESE VIOLET, CI 19140 / YELLOW 5 LAKE, CI 15850 / RED 6 LAKE, CI 15880 / RED 34 LAKE, CI 77510 / FERRIC AMMONIUM FERROCYANIDE, CI 12085 / RED 36, CI 73360 / RED 30, CI 15850 / RED 7 LAKE F.I.L. D236317/1