{"product_id":"essie-gel-setter-top-coat-clear-0-46-fl-oz-vegan-8-free-gel-like-high-gloss-long-lasting-chip-resistance","title":"essie Gel Setter Top Coat clear, 0.46 fl oz — vegan 8‑free gel-like high gloss, long-lasting chip resistance","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eessie Gel Setter Top Coat is a vegan, 8-free clear top coat that delivers an ultra-gloss, gel-like finish and long-lasting chip resistance without a UV lamp.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWinner of Allure's 2016 Best of Beauty, this compact 0.46 fl oz top coat gives nails that plump, glassy look of a salon gel while staying portable and easy to apply at home or on the go. Formulated without animal-derived ingredients, it seals color, enhances shine and helps extend manicure wear for everyday life — from travel to busy workdays.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eHow does Gel Setter create a gel-like shine without a lamp?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eGel Setter's formula is engineered to produce a high-gloss, domed finish that mimics the appearance of a cured gel polish. It levels smoothly over polish, refracting light for a plumped, lacquered look while drying at room temperature.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eHighly reflective, thick-clear formula for a gel-like dome.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eSmooth application that minimizes brush marks and unevenness.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eDries without UV or LED curing—instant shine after a few minutes.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWill this top coat help my manicure last longer?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eYes — Gel Setter is formulated to help protect color and reduce everyday chipping when layered over nail color. Its glossy, resilient finish resists abrasion and keeps edges sealed to prolong wear.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eCreates a protective seal over colored polish to slow chipping.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eHigh gloss hides minor wear and maintains a freshly-done look.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eWorks with any essie base and color routine for best longevity.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eHow do I use Gel Setter for a salon-style result at home?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eFor a polished, professional manicure, start with a clean nail and an essie base coat, apply two color coats, then finish with one coat of Gel Setter. Allow each layer to dry briefly before moving to the next to ensure even leveling and optimal shine.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eApply 1 coat of an essie base coat to cleaned nails.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eFollow with two thin coats of your chosen essie color.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eFinish with one even coat of Gel Setter; let it dry fully.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eIs Gel Setter safe for those avoiding certain ingredients?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eGel Setter is part of essie's vegan, 8-free range, meaning it excludes several commonly used animal-derived or controversial ingredients. The brand does not conduct animal testing and formulates with consumer safety and modern standards in mind.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eVegan formula with no animal-derived ingredients.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e8-free—omits a set of commonly scrutinized components.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eProduced by essie, a brand focused on nail care quality and ethics.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWho is this for? Gel Setter is ideal for anyone who wants the glossy, full-bodied look of a gel manicure without a lamp — busy professionals, frequent travelers, at-home nail enthusiasts, or anyone seeking a cruelty-free, high-shine top coat that extends polish life. If you favor a sleek, salon-quality finish and ethical ingredients in a travel-friendly size, this essie top coat fits neatly into your beauty routine.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eIngredients\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eETHYL ACETATE, BUTYL ACETATE, ALCOHOL DENAT., CELLULOSE ACETATE BUTYRATE, SUCROSE BENZOATE, TRIMETHYL PENTANYL DIISOBUTYRATE, ISOPROPYL ALCOHOL, NITROCELLULOSE, TRIBENZOIN, BENZOPHENONE-1, DIMETHICONE, CI 60725 \/ VIOLET 2, F.I.L. D218651\/1\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: Can I use Gel Setter over any nail polish brand?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-a\"\u003eA: Yes. Gel Setter works over most nail polishes to add shine and protect color; test on one nail first for best results.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"faq-item\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-q\"\u003eQ: How quickly does Gel Setter dry?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-a\"\u003eA: It becomes touch-dry in minutes and achieves full hardening within a short period without a UV lamp.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/section\u003e","brand":"essie","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53460564836699,"sku":"B00XU7WLKC","price":22.86,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1017\/9860\/9243\/files\/essie-gel-setter-front-bottle.jpg?v=1782635559","url":"https:\/\/remediesbeauty.co.uk\/products\/essie-gel-setter-top-coat-clear-0-46-fl-oz-vegan-8-free-gel-like-high-gloss-long-lasting-chip-resistance","provider":"REMEDIESBEAUTY","version":"1.0","type":"link"}