Olive & June gel nail polish sheer white 'Icing is the Best Part' — HEMA-free, up to 21 days wear

Olive & June Summer Gel Nail Polish in "Icing is the Best Part" is a HEMA-free, long-wear sheer white gel that delivers salon-grade shine and up to 21 days of chip-resistant wear when cured with a UV/LED lamp.

This lightweight sheer-white gel polish creates a glossy, slightly translucent manicure that looks plump and salon-finished. The formula is HEMA-free and created without formaldehyde, toluene, or DBP. Designed for use with Olive & June Gel Base and Top Coats and cured under an LED lamp, it provides a durable, high-shine finish while removing easily with the brand’s gentle soak-off system.

How long will this gel polish actually last on my nails?

When applied following Olive & June’s three-step system (base, two color coats, top) and cured correctly, you can expect up to 21 days of wear with minimal chipping. Longevity depends on nail prep, daily activities, and correct curing time.

• Typical wear: up to 21 days of chip-resistant gloss.
• Best results when used with Olive & June LED lamp and matching base/top coats.
• Longer wear if nails are clean, dry, and properly prepped before application.

Is this formula safe and what does HEMA-free mean?

This gel is formulated without HEMA (Hydroxyethyl Methacrylate) and avoids 15 other commonly flagged ingredients. It’s vegan and cruelty-free, made to reduce exposure to certain sensitizers while still delivering professional performance.

• Formulated without HEMA, formaldehyde, toluene, and DBP.
• Vegan and cruelty-free labeling for conscious shoppers.
• Cleaner formulation aims to be gentler on nails and skin during wear.

How do I apply and remove the polish for the best results?

Apply Olive & June Gel Base Coat, then one thin coat of the gel polish cured for 2 minutes, a second thin coat cured for 2 minutes, and finish with Gel Top Coat cured for 1 minute. Remove with Olive & June’s soak-off system to keep removal gentle and damage-free.

• Apply thin, even coats to avoid lifting and bubbling.
• Cure each color coat for 2 minutes in an Olive & June LED lamp; top coat 1 minute.
• Soak-off removal prevents scraping and preserves nail integrity.

What finish and coverage can I expect from "Icing is the Best Part"?

This shade is a sheer white that builds to a milky, luminous finish with two coats—offering a soft, natural look with a high-gloss, plumped appearance. It’s ideal for a clean, understated manicure or as a layering shade for nail art.

• Sheer, milky white that layers for more opacity.
• Plump, reflective gloss when cured properly.
• Great for everyday, bridal, and minimalistic nail styles.

Who this is for: Designed for people who want a salon-quality gel manicure at home without HEMA and other common additives. It suits anyone seeking long-lasting, glossy, and easily removable gel polish—especially those who prefer subtle, sheer whites for manis and pedis. If you already own or plan to use the Olive & June LED lamp and base/top system, this shade integrates seamlessly into a durable, professional routine.

• Features: Up to 21 days of wear, clean HEMA-free formula, damage-free soak-off removal, salon-quality shine.
• How to use summary: Base Coat → Thin Color Coat (cure 2 min) → Second Color Coat (cure 2 min) → Top Coat (cure 1 min).

Ingredients

Hydroxypropyl Methacrylate, Bis-HEMA Polyneopentyl Glycol Adipate/IPDI Copolymer, Trimethylbenzoyl Diphenylphosphine Oxide, Silica, Titanium Dioxide (CI 77891), Tripropylene Glycol Diacrylate, Ultramarines (CI 77007)