Strong Start Base Coat
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Strong Start Base Coat

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Strong Start Base Coat

Product details

Web ID: 9479696

The new strength-boosting formula, infused with biotin, helps reinforce for less weak and brittle feeling nails. The result is a beautiful manicure due to strong nails that are more resistant to peeling, chipping and breakage.

  • Product Features

    • WHAT IT DOES:
    • Strengthens, reinforces and hardens nails, so they are more resistant to peeling, chipping and breakage
    • Formula is infused with biotin
    • This product will be delivered by Standard Ground Shipping and is not eligible for Premium or Overnight Shipping.

  • Shipping & Returns

    • This item qualifies for Free Shipping with minimum purchase! exclusions & details
    • Our Normal Gift Boxing is not available for this item.
    • This item may not be shipped to P.O.Box, Armed Forces Americas, Marshall Islands, Federated States of Micronesia, U.S. Virgin Islands, American Samoa, Hawaii, Palau, Puerto Rico, Armed Forces Europe, Guam, Alaska, Armed Forces Pacific, Northern Mariana
    • Item may not ship to Marshall Islands, Armed Forces Europe, District of Columbia, Alaska, Federated States of Micronesia, U.S. Virgin Islands, Armed Forces Americas, American Samoa, Northern Mariana, Palau, Hawaii, Armed Forces Pacific, Guam, Puerto Rico
    • This product will be delivered by Standard Ground Shipping and is not eligible for Premium or Overnight Shipping.
    • This product will be delivered by Standard Ground Shipping and is not eligible for Premium or Overnight shipping.
    • Cannot ship to Northern Mariana Islands, Marshall Islands, Armed Forces Europe, Federated States of Micronesia, Hawaii, Alaska, Armed Forces Pacific, Armed Forces Americas, Puerto Rico, American Samoa, Guam, Palau, US Virgin Islands, Philippine Islands.
    • California and Minnesota customers call 1-800-289-6229 for Free Shipping information.
    • For complete details, see our Shipping and Returns policies.

Ratings & Reviews

Here's what customers think
  • Customers report dramatic nail strength improvements within days, with brittle nails becoming solid and durable.
  • Most achieve chip-free manicures lasting 10-14 days, even without a top coat or with active lifestyles.
  • Reviewers praise the fast drying time, smooth brush, and ease of application compared to traditional base coats.
  • Many appreciate its dual functionality as both standalone treatment and base under colored polish for natural shine.
  • A few note minor drawbacks like slight odor or occasional peeling, but these are rare outliers.
AI-generated summary from 81 customers reviews.
4.6/5

84 star ratings, 81 reviews

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On average, customers rate the Oil-absorbing/moisturizing of this item as Neutral.

On average, customers rate the Natural wear/long lasting of this item as Neutral.

On average, customers rate the Sheer/bold of this item as Neutral.

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ASpike
5 months ago
from Atlanta

Hands down the best top coats!

Hands down Essie makes the best base coats! Between Strong Start to Here To Stay! Leave my nails feeling strong and does not damage my nails!

Recommends this product

Customer review from essie.com

MimiC7
8 months ago

It's making my nails peel and split.

Since using this base coat, my nails are peeling away! I have had the same reaction to UPI base and polish, so I do not use that brand. Essie has been my sole nail care for several years. I loved, loved Essie Smooth-e base. Why has it been discontinued??? Can you advise regarding finding an Essie base formula that won't damage my nails?

Customer review from essie.com

Response from essie.com

Consumer Care Center5 months ago

Hi there MimiC7, We want to understand what happened just as much as you do. Another base coat option to consider is the Here To Stay Base Coat. https://www.essie.com/nail-care/base-and-top-coats/here-to-stay Meanwhile, if you would like to speak to us directly about your recent purchase, give us a call @ 866-313-7845 M-F 9 am-5:30 pm ET

Ribka
8 months ago

On average, customers rate the Oil-absorbing/moisturizing of this item as Moisturizing.

On average, customers rate the Natural wear/long lasting of this item as Long lasting.

On average, customers rate the Sheer/bold of this item as Bold.

Damaged Packaging and Used Items Received

I received the nail polishes with one carton box torn and the other one without any packaging at all. In addition to that, the nail polishes appear to have already been used. I am very disappointed with the service and the packaging quality.

On average, customers rate the Oil-absorbing/moisturizing of this item as Moisturizing.

On average, customers rate the Natural wear/long lasting of this item as Long lasting.

On average, customers rate the Sheer/bold of this item as Bold.

Response from Macy's

Essie Team6 months ago

Hi Ribka. Thank you for reaching out about essie Strong Start Base Coat. We recommend reaching out to Macy's customer service department for further assistance. essie

Cy
8 months ago
from DMV

On average, customers rate the Natural wear/long lasting of this item as Long lasting.

On average, customers rate the Sheer/bold of this item as Bold.

No risky additives

Nice shine ,not too strong odors and free of risky additives.

On average, customers rate the Natural wear/long lasting of this item as Long lasting.

On average, customers rate the Sheer/bold of this item as Bold.

Recommends this product

Nice
1 year ago
from Miami, Fl

Amazing product, excellent price

Amazing product

Recommends this product

Rob
2 years ago
from New york

On average, customers rate the Oil-absorbing/moisturizing of this item as Moisturizing.

On average, customers rate the Natural wear/long lasting of this item as Long lasting.

On average, customers rate the Sheer/bold of this item as Bold.

Nail polish

It’s was a okay deal

On average, customers rate the Oil-absorbing/moisturizing of this item as Moisturizing.

On average, customers rate the Natural wear/long lasting of this item as Long lasting.

On average, customers rate the Sheer/bold of this item as Bold.

Recommends this product

Response from Macy's

Essie Team2 years ago

Hi Rob! Thanks for reaching out. We appreciate the time you have taken to contact us with your feedback. Your comments will be shared with our teams. essie

Angelica0980
2 years ago
from Idaho

This base coat changed my life!!

This is the best thing ever. I started using it a few years ago when my nails were insanely chippy and constantly chipping, and my nails are so SOLID! I could cut glass with how hard my nails are now. I recommend this to everyone.

Recommends this product

Customer review from essie.com

Kelly
3 years ago
from Boston, MA

Great product!

My nails are soft and they peel. I have never been able to get them grow. Since using this product, I am stunned to see actual growth for literally the first time in my life! I use this as a basecoat, then add the usual 2 layers of polish and a topcoat. Works very well!

Recommends this product