A graceful lavender-rose cream for a glossy, gel-like manicure without the lamp.
✦ Polished Color, Gel-Like Shine
Essie Gel Couture Longwear Nail Polish in Haute To Trot 150 is a handcrafted lavender-rose medium pink with a cream finish, designed for a smooth, refined manicure that feels timeless and wearable. The shade brings a soft statement to everyday nails while still looking elegant for dressed-up moments.
Part of essie’s Gel Couture two-step system, this color is applied directly to clean, bare nails and finished with the Gel Couture top coat for a high-shine, gel-like look. No base coat and no UV lamp are required, making it a beautiful option for at-home manicures and salon polish services alike.
✦ Gel Couture Manicure Benefits
✦ Lavender-Rose CreamA soft medium pink shade with lavender-rose character and a classic cream finish.
✦ No UV Lamp NeededCreates a gel-like look with polish and top coat only, without UV or LED curing.
✦ Two-Step SystemApply two coats of color, then seal with Gel Couture top coat for glossy dimension.
✦ Chip-Resistant WearFormulated with essie’s flex.e gel technology, described by the brand as helping resist chipping.
✦ Swirl-Stem BrushThe patented essie brush design helps distribute polish evenly for a smoother application.
✦ Removes Like PolishWhen it is time for a shade change, remove with acetone or non-acetone nail polish remover.
✦ Key Ingredients
Butyl Acetate & Ethyl AcetateListed in the published formula as part of the classic polish base.
NitrocelluloseA familiar nail lacquer ingredient included in essie’s Gel Couture formula.
Acrylates CopolymerPart of the verified ingredient list for the Gel Couture color formula.
Colorant SystemThe published ingredient list notes shade colorants may vary, including pigments such as titanium dioxide and red lakes.
✦ How to Use
- 01 Prep nails and cuticles, then begin with clean, bare nails.
- 02 Apply two even coats of Gel Couture color; no base coat is required.
- 03 Finish with one coat of essie Gel Couture top coat for a glossy, gel-like shine.
- 04 When ready to remove, use acetone or non-acetone nail polish remover and avoid harsh scraping.
