essie Nail Polish, Summer 2020 Sunny Business Collection

essie Sunny Business Vibrant Tangerine is a creamy, retro-inspired orange nail polish designed to deliver salon-quality, beach-ready color for nails and toes.

This single bottle from essie's Summer 2020 Sunny Business collection captures a sunlit, tangerine tone with a smooth cream finish. Formulated for even coverage and applied with essie's signature easy-glide brush, the shade is meant to evoke carefree beach days and warm-weather style. It's ideal for topping a pedicure or adding a bold pop to fingertips when you want a playful, confident look.

What makes this tangerine shade different from other orange polishes?

This hue offers a balanced, vivid tangerine that leans neither too red nor too neon—giving a wearable brightness without feeling overpowering. The cream finish ensures an opaque, uniform look that photographs well and resists streaking. essie's salon heritage also means the formula is tuned for predictable opacity in one to two coats depending on application.

• Vibrant mid-tone tangerine with warm undertones for summer styling
• Cream finish for full, streak-free coverage
• Salon-quality formula developed for consistent color payoff
• Easy-glide brush helps smooth application for even coats

How should I apply essie Vibrant Tangerine for best results?

Start with clean, dry nails, push back cuticles and apply a base coat to protect the nail plate and extend wear. Apply two thin coats of the tangerine polish, letting each coat dry before adding the next; finish with a glossy top coat to enhance shine and durability. Using thin layers minimizes bubbling and speeds drying while keeping the color vibrant.

• Prep: remove oils and old polish, shape nails, apply base coat
• Application: two thin coats with essie’s easy-glide brush for smooth coverage
• Finish: seal with a top coat for shine and chip resistance
• Drying tip: allow full drying time between coats for best longevity

Will this shade work for both fingernails and toenails?

Yes — the balanced tangerine tone is versatile enough for manicures and pedicures. On toes it reads bright and summery, while on fingers it creates a bold, playful statement that pairs well with neutral outfits or beachwear. The cream finish keeps the color looking even across all nail sizes.

• Toes: vibrant and sun-ready, ideal for sandals
• Fingers: makes a confident color statement for casual or dressy looks
• Complements neutrals, denim, and warm-toned wardrobes
• Works well layered under glitter or matte topcoats for a custom look

How long can I expect wear before chipping?

Wear time depends on activities and prep, but with proper base and top coats and careful application, users typically see several days of wear. essie's formula is designed for salon-style results, and sealing the polish with a long-wear top coat improves chip resistance and shine. Regular hand care and avoiding harsh impacts extend the life of your mani or pedi.

• Typical wear: several days with standard daily activities
• Improved longevity: use base coat and quality top coat
• Maintenance: touch up tips and reapply top coat to refresh shine
• Storage: keep bottle upright and away from heat to retain formula consistency

Who is this for? If you want a bright, beachy orange that feels polished rather than overpowering, essie's Sunny Business Vibrant Tangerine is made for you. It's a great pick for people who enjoy colorful seasonal shades, those seeking a reliable at-home salon finish, and anyone looking to add a retro summer vibe to their nails. Whether you're prepping for vacation, accenting a sun dress, or refreshing your everyday look, this cream tangerine delivers lively color with trusted application performance.

Ingredients

ETHYL ACETATE, BUTYL ACETATE, NITROCELLULOSE, TOSYLAMIDE/EPOXY RESIN, TRIMETHYL PENTANYL DIISOBUTYRATE, ISOPROPYL ALCOHOL, TRIBENZOIN, STEARALKONIUM HECTORITE, ACETYLATED HYDROGENATED CASTOR GLYCERIDE, SUCROSE ACETATE ISOBUTYRATE, ADIPIC ACID/NEOPENTYL GLYCOL/TRIMELLITIC ANHYDRIDE COPOLYMER, SYNTHETIC FLUORPHLOGOPITE, STEARALKONIUM BENTONITE, BENZOPHENONE-1, BARIUM SULFATE, SILICA, DIACETONE ALCOHOL, ALUMINUM CALCIUM SODIUM SILICATE, CITRIC ACID, CALCIUM ALUMINUM BOROSILICATE, COLOPHONIUM / ROSIN / COLOPHANE, ALUMINA, DIMETHICONE, TIN OXIDE, CALCIUM SODIUM BOROSILICATE, AQUA / WATER / EAU, ALUMINUM HYDROXIDE, TRIETHOXYCAPRYLYLSILANE, TALC, [+/- MAY CONTAIN / PEUT CONTENIR CI 77891 / TITANIUM DIOXIDE, MICA, CI 77491, CI 77499 / IRON OXIDES, CI 77510 / FERRIC AMMONIUM FERROCYANIDE, CI 77000 / ALUMINUM POWDER, CI 19140 / YELLOW 5 LAKE, CI 77266 / BLACK 2, CI 77007 / ULTRAMARINES, CI 15850 / RED 7 LAKE, CI 15850 / RED 6 LAKE, CI 15880 / RED 34 LAKE, CI 77742 / MANGANESE VIOLET, CI 77288 / CHROMIUM OXIDE GREENS, CI 77510 / FERRIC FERROCYANIDE, CI 73360 / RED 30 LAKE, CI 42090 / BLUE 1 LAKE F.I.L. D218106/4