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Summary
Essie hard to resist advanced nail strengthener is a clinically tested, clear tint formula for weak, damaged nails.
Benefits
- MSM technology - clinically tested formula that strengthens and hydrates even the most damaged nails
- 8-free
Formulated Without
- DBP
- Formaldehyde
- Toluene
Item 2603813
Apply two coats to clean, bare nails and allow to dry. Wear for 3 days in between manicures before removal, for optimal results. Not designed to wear under polish.
Caution: Keep away from heat or flame
Ethyl Acetate, Butyl Acetate, Nitrocellulose, Propyl Acetate, Tributyl Citrate, Isopropyl Alcohol, Tosylamide/Epoxy Resin, Adipic Acid/Neopentyl Glycol/Trimellitic Anhydride Copolymer, Stearalkonium Hectorite, Acrylates Copolymer, Benzophenone-1, Dimethyl Sulfone, Calcium Sodium Borosilicate, Synthetic Fluorphlogopite, Hydrogenated Acetophenone/Oxymethylene Copolymer, Dimethicone, Citric Acid, Oxidized Polyethylene, Acetyl Tributyl Citrate, Barium Sulfate, Alumina, Calcium Aluminum Borosilicate, Colophonium / Rosin / Colophane, Silica, Aqua / Water / Eau, Tin Oxide, Magnesium Silicate, Calcium Pantothenate, Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract, Aluminum Hydroxide, Phthalic Anhydride/Glycerin/Glycidyl Decanoate Copolymer, Acetone, Ci 77002 / Aluminum Hydroxide
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Reviews
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Most Helpful Positive Review
Finally A Nail Product That Works
I don't submit product reviews, but Essie's Advanced product has been a nail saver for me for 3 years. Because my hands take a daily beating (and they look it too), my nails chip, peel, and break at the nail bed (ouch). Since using this product regularly, my nails rarely have these problems, if at a...
Most Helpful Critical Review
Not my fav…
I usually LOVE everything Essie, but this nail hardener was a huge disappointment. I've tried everything I can think of to get this to work and nothing works. The polish doesn't go on smooth unless you use a thick coat, but if you use a thick coat it doesnt dry & when it does it peels off. When us...
25 results
Strengthener?
I dont understand all the hype about this product. After using this product I immediately noticed a difference in my nails. My nails are quite the opposite of strengthened. If anything they are thin, weak, and flexible now. After using this product I cant even trim my nails without them immediately tearing. Even the texture of my nail against the clipper is horrendous. It feels as though I am trying to cut a sheet of paper with a nail clipper. I cringe just thinking about it. If I still had my receipt I would definitely be asking for my money back.
Not my fav…
I usually LOVE everything Essie, but this nail hardener was a huge disappointment. I've tried everything I can think of to get this to work and nothing works. The polish doesn't go on smooth unless you use a thick coat, but if you use a thick coat it doesnt dry & when it does it peels off. When using thin coats (even just 1) it still peels off. I've literally had it smudge after an hour of letting 2 thin coats dry. Initally the polish will feel dry, but if it gets too warm (putting your hands in pockets etc.) it just smudges as if it never dried. I've tried this product multiple times over the past couple months, yet I don't think it ever lasted me longer than a day or 2 before peeling off.
Amazing!
After constant gel nail use my nails were paper thin to start out with. After consistant use of this product for about 3 weeks i have definetly noticed a difference. My nails are hard and not breaking easily. I definetly recommend this product for people who want to strengthen their nails.
Just Bought My 2nd Bottle!
I never finish a bottle of nail polish until this one came along! I genuinely think it's helped my nails grow fast and stay strong. Plus there's a great shine to it, and makes for a great base or just simple polish! Does what it advertises!
Best nail strenghtener
This is a nice thick formula, that lasts longer that other brands I have used. Nail feel stronger and peels less. Only thing that is that this needs longer time to set and dry. If I use to close to bed time I wake up with blanket marks on the finish. Despite the dry time I go tob this polish every time.
Questions
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So are you saying you can't use this product under the nail polish
- Asked by Michelle
- Official Answer By Essie - Brand EngageHi there! Thanks for reaching out to us regarding Hard to Resist Advanced Nail Strengthener. Yes, this can be used under nail polish.Was this answer helpful to you
- Q
How do you remove after 3 days?
- Asked by Cynthia A
- Official Answer By Essie - Brand EngageHi there! Thanks for reaching out to us regarding Essie Hard to Resist Advanced Nail Strengthener. To remove this product soak a cotton ball in acetone nail polish remover.Was this answer helpful to you
- Q
can I just remove and reapply every three days? is that the most days it should be worn or is it the least?
- Asked by Sharon
- Official Answer By Essie - Brand EngageHi there! Thanks for reaching out to us regarding Essie Hard to Resist Advanced Nail Strengthener. You can remove and reapply every 3 days if that works for you.Was this answer helpful to you