essie expressie Quick-Dry Vegan Nail Polish — Not So Low-Key (Blackened Burgundy), 0.33 oz, One-Step Fast-Dry

essie's expressie Quick-Dry Vegan Nail Polish in Not So Low-Key is a fast-drying, one-step blackened burgundy lacquer that delivers salon-style color without base or top coat in about a minute.

ESSIE's expressie line is designed for busy people who still want richly pigmented, long-lasting color with minimal fuss. This compact 0.33 ounce bottle contains a vegan formula inspired by fashion-forward trends, offered with an angled brush engineered for smoother self-application. The shade Not So Low-Key is a sophisticated deep burgundy with near-black depth, ideal for transitioning from day to evening looks.

How fast does this polish dry and what does 'one-step' mean?

The expressie polish is formulated to set rapidly so you can move on quickly. 'One-step' indicates you only need two thin coats of color on clean nails, skipping separate base and top coats for most everyday wear.

• Typical drying time: about one minute between coats under normal conditions.
• Recommended application: two thin, even coats for full opacity.
• No base or top coat required for standard wear—saves time and products.
• Good for last-minute touch-ups and quick mani-refreshes.

What makes the application easier for both hands?

The bottle includes essie's first angled brush specifically shaped to improve control while painting each nail, including your non-dominant hand. Flip the brush to change the angle for left or right hand comfort.

• Angled brush head contours to the nail edge for fewer strokes.
• Brush flip technique lets you switch angles quickly for steadier application.
• Compact bottle size helps stabilize in hand during use.
• Consistent formula thickness prevents streaking and pooling.

Is the formula gentle and what does vegan mean here?

The formula is vegan, meaning it contains no animal-derived ingredients. While it provides vivid, salon-inspired color, it does not claim medical benefits; it focuses on ethical sourcing and cosmetic performance.

• Vegan: free from animal-origin components.
• Designed for strong pigmentation with smooth coverage.
• Suitable for users prioritizing cruelty-conscious beauty choices.
• Not formulated as a treatment—use as decorative nail color.

How many shades and occasions suit Not So Low-Key?

essie offers an expansive palette of over a thousand shades across collections; expressie presents trend-forward, trans-seasonal hues. Not So Low-Key serves as a versatile dark burgundy that complements both casual and formal outfits.

• Trans-seasonal tone that works year-round.
• Deep burgundy pairs well with neutral and bold wardrobes.
• Suits daytime professional settings and evening events alike.
• Great for quick in-between salon visits or at-home touch-ups.

Who this is for: This polish is ideal for anyone who wants salon-quality color with minimal time investment—commuters, parents, students, and on-the-go professionals. It’s especially useful for people who prefer vegan beauty products and need a reliable, fast-drying shade that reads as sophisticated and low-maintenance. If you favor deep, near-black burgundy tones and value an easy-to-use brush for self-application, this compact 0.33 ounce expressie bottle is made for quick, stylish results.

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