essie expressie Quick-Dry Vegan Nail Polish — Slate Blue 0.33 oz, 60s Air-Dry & Angled Brush

essie expressie Quick-Dry Vegan Nail Polish in Slate Blue is a fast-drying, one-step color designed to air-dry in about a minute for on-the-go manicures.

Made by essie, this compact 0.33-ounce polish combines a vegan formula with an angled brush so you can paint neatly with both hands and skip base and top coats. The shade "Slate Blue" offers a modern, muted blue-gray that works across seasons and styles. Formulated without animal-derived ingredients and free of formaldehyde, the formula focuses on quick set times and easy coverage for busy routines.

How quickly will my nails be dry enough to handle daily tasks?

The expressie formulation is engineered to set rapidly so nails feel dry in roughly one minute under normal conditions. This makes it practical for quick touch-ups or finishing a full set when you’re short on time. Drying times will vary slightly with coat thickness and ambient humidity.

• Average dry time: about 60 seconds per thin coat
• Recommended application: two thin coats for opaque color
• Thicker coats may extend drying time
• Ideal for quick at-home or on-the-go use

What makes the angled brush helpful for application?

The bottle includes essie’s first angled brush in this line, crafted to improve reach and control when painting both dominant and non-dominant hands. The angle helps you follow nail curves and reduces the need for extensive cleanup along cuticles. Switching the brush orientation lets you adapt to left- or right-hand application instantly.

• Angled brush for better cuticle control
• Flip-and-angle design for ambidextrous use
• Brush width balances coverage and precision
• Helps reduce smudges and uneven edges

Do I need a base coat or top coat with this polish?

expressie is formulated as a one-step color, meaning base and top coats are not required for routine wear. Applying two thin coats on clean nails yields full opaque color and the intended quick-dry performance. If you prefer extra shine or extended longevity, you can layer a compatible top coat, but it’s optional for everyday use.

• Designed as one-step color—no base/top required
• Two thin coats recommended for best coverage
• Add a top coat only if you want extra gloss or wear time
• Works well for fast touch-ups and travel kits

Is this formula vegan and free from certain chemicals?

The expressie polish uses a vegan formula without animal-derived ingredients and excludes formaldehyde. It’s crafted to deliver performance while aligning with cleaner beauty preferences. Always review full ingredient lists if you have specific sensitivities or allergies.

• Vegan formulation—no animal-derived ingredients
• Formulated without formaldehyde
• Compact bottle suitable for travel and small bags
• Shade slate blue provides a versatile, modern tone

Who is this for: essie expressie in Slate Blue is ideal for busy people who want a polished look fast—commuters, parents, students, and anyone who prefers minimal steps and quick drying times. It’s also a good choice for those exploring vegan beauty options or wanting a compact polish for touch-ups, travel, and spontaneous color changes.

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