essie Expressie Quick-Dry Nail Polish — Word On The Street Sky Blue, Vegan 0.33 fl oz, Fast-Dry Shine

essie Expressie "Word On The Street" is a vibrant sky-blue, vegan quick-dry nail polish designed for fast application and wearable, one-step color and shine.

This compact 0.33 fl oz bottle is part of essie’s Expressie collection, created for busy people who want bold, modern shades with minimal fuss. The formula dries rapidly, eliminates the need for base and top coats, and pairs an easy-to-use angled brush with a cream finish that reads fresh and polished on the go.

How quickly will my nails dry after application?

The Expressie formula is engineered to dry in about a minute per coat under normal conditions, letting you get back to your day fast. Two thin coats deliver full, even coverage and a glossy finish without the wait required by traditional polishes.

• Typical dry time: roughly 60 seconds per coat
• Recommended application: two thin coats for opacity
• No base or top coat needed—one-step color and shine
• For best results, allow each coat to set before applying the next

What makes the brush and formula easier to use?

essie Expressie introduces a uniquely angled brush that simplifies self-application, including on your non-dominant hand. The slanted shape lets you reach cuticles and nail edges with fewer strokes, while the cream formula lays down evenly for professional-looking results.

• Angled brush flips for two application directions
• Brush design reduces brush strokes and cleanup time
• Smooth cream finish that resists streaking
• Consistency created for even coverage in two coats

Is this polish cruelty-free and suitable for quick routines?

Yes — this shade is part of essie’s vegan line and contains no animal-derived ingredients; essie does not test on animals. The quick-dry, one-step format was developed for people who need dependable color with minimal salon-style steps.

• Vegan formula: no animal-derived components
• No animal testing practices used by the brand
• Compact 0.33 fl oz bottle ideal for travel or touch-ups
• Designed for on-the-go lifestyles and fast application

How do I get the best-looking manicure with this color?

Start with clean, dry nails and apply two even, thin coats of "Word On The Street" for consistent color and shine. Finish with essie apricot cuticle oil to nourish the surrounding skin and help maintain a polished appearance longer.

• Prep: remove old polish, clean nails with non-oily remover
• Apply: two thin coats, allowing brief drying between coats
• Aftercare: use apricot cuticle oil to hydrate and extend wear
• Tip: store upright and out of direct heat to preserve formula

Who is this for? If you want a bold, modern sky-blue shade that dries quickly and fits into a busy routine, essie Expressie "Word On The Street" suits you. It’s ideal for commuters, parents, students, creatives, and anyone who prefers a polished look without lengthy salon steps. The vegan, compact formula is handy for travel, quick touch-ups, and anyone experimenting with color outside the lines.

Ingredients

G2015310 - Ingredients: Butyl Acetate, Ethyl Acetate, Nitrocellulose, Adipic Acid/Neopentyl Glycol/Trimellitic Anhydride Copolymer, Acetyl Tributyl Citrate, Isopropyl Alcohol, Stearalkonium Bentonite, Acrylates Copolymer, Styrene/Acrylates Copolymer, Silica, Diacetone Alcohol, Octocrylene, N-Butyl Alcohol, Synthetic Fluorphlogopite, Hexanal, Lithothamnium Calcarum Extract / Lithothamnion Calcareum Extract, Phosphoric Acid, Dimethicone, Magnesium Silicate, Mannitol, Calcium Sodium Borosilicate, Colophonium / Rosin / Colophane, Trimethylsiloxysilicate, Calcium Aluminum Borosilicate, Diatomaceous Earth, Barium Sulfate, Tin Oxide, Zinc Sulfate, Acetone, Aluminum Hydroxide, Triethoxycaprylylsilane [+/- May Contain: Ci 77891 / Titanium Dioxide, Ci 77491, Ci 77492, Ci 77499 / Iron Oxides, Ci 77742 / Manganese Violet, Ci 19140 / Yellow 5 Lake, Mica, Ci 77266 / Black 2, Ci 77007 / Ultramarines, Ci 77510 / Ferric Ammonium Ferrocyanide, Ci 15850 / Red 6 Lake, Ci 15880 / Red 34 Lake, Ci 12085 / Red 36, Ci 42090 / Blue 1 Lake, Ci 73360 / Red 30, Ci 15850 / Red 7 Lake, Ci 77000 / Aluminum Powder]. Fil T236317/5