{"product_id":"essie-gel-couture-nail-polish","title":"essie Gel Couture Nail Polish","description":"\u003cstrong\u003eessie Gel Couture \"Strut With It\" is a two-step, vegan purple nail polish that delivers gel-like shine and up to 15 days of wear without a UV lamp.\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThis lacquer combines essie's Gel Couture color formula and a high-gloss top coat to create a salon-style manicure at home. The shade Strut With It is a midtone violet with pink undertones designed for flattery and everyday wear. The system relies on a patent-pending flex.e gel technology for improved chip resistance and a triple-shine complex in the top coat for glass-like reflectivity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eHow long will this polish last on my nails?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhen applied correctly—two coats of the Gel Couture color followed by the Gel Couture top coat—this polish can deliver extended wear. essie advertises up to 15 days of gel-like wear with a recommended top-coat reapplication at day 7 to refresh protection and shine.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eTwo-color coats plus Gel Couture Top Coat for best longevity\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eReapply top coat on day 7 to extend wear toward 15 days\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003ePatented flex.e gel and triple-shine top coat reduce chipping and dulling\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eDo I need a UV\/LED lamp or a base coat?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo light source or base coat is necessary; Gel Couture is formulated to set without a curing lamp. The two-step process simplifies at-home application while still delivering a gel-like finish thanks to the color and top-coat pairing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eNo UV\/LED lamp required—air-dries like traditional polish\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eNo separate base coat needed; the color is designed for two coats\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eFinish depends on correct layering and top-coat application\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eHow do I remove Gel Couture polish safely?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRemoval is the same as standard nail lacquer: use acetone or non-acetone remover and avoid harsh scraping or soaking routines. The formula is intended to come off easily without aggressive techniques, making transitions between colors quick and low-damage.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eUse any acetone or non-acetone remover\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eNo scraping, long soaking, or aggressive filing required\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eIf needed, saturate a cotton pad, hold briefly, then wipe clean\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat brush and application features help get a salon finish?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eessie Gel Couture bottles include a patented swirl-stem and a curve-hugging brush designed to follow the nail’s natural shape. These design elements help spread color evenly and reduce streaks, especially important for richer tones like midtone violet with pink undertones.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eSwirl-stem controls product flow for smoother coats\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eCurve-hugging brush delivers precise coverage along the nail edge\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eTwo coats of color provide full opacity for Strut With It\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWho is this for? This product is ideal for someone who wants a long-wearing, salon-style manicure at home without a UV lamp, prefers vegan formulas, and values easy removal. It’s a good match for everyday wearers who like a midtone purple with pink undertones, frequent color changers who want simple removal, and anyone seeking a high-shine finish with improved chip resistance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003csection class=\"product-faq-snippet\"\u003e\u003ch3\u003eFAQ\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"faq-item\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-q\"\u003eQ: Is Gel Couture vegan and cruelty-free?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-a\"\u003eA: Yes. essie Gel Couture uses a vegan formula with no animal-derived ingredients and essie does not test on animals.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"faq-item\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-q\"\u003eQ: Can I get salon gel results without a lamp?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-a\"\u003eA: Yes. The two-step Gel Couture system produces gel-like shine and extended wear without the need for a UV\/LED lamp.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/section\u003e","brand":"essie","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":58347119182211,"sku":"B0DLQ5TGKH","price":11.48,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1023\/2696\/0515\/files\/essie-gel-couture-bottle-front-strut-with-it.jpg?v=1782642811","url":"https:\/\/origin-beauty.com\/products\/essie-gel-couture-nail-polish","provider":"Origin Beauty","version":"1.0","type":"link"}