Strong Start Base Coat

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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.

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    • 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.
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Ratings & Reviews

4.7/5

66 star ratings, 63 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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63 reviews
Nice
6 months ago
from Miami, Fl
Verified PurchaserYes

Amazing product, excellent price

Amazing product

Recommends this product

Rob
9 months ago
from Queens, New York
Verified PurchaserYes

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.

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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.

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Response from Macy's

Essie Team9 months 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
11 months 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.

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Kelly
3 years ago
from Boston, MA
Verified PurchaserYes

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!

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M1ch3113lee
3 years ago
from Van Buren, Arkansas
Incentivized review

Beautiful Nails

I have been using the Essie Strong Start + Us for a couple of months and I have definitely noticed my nails are not peeling or chipping as a result of using this product. I like that when I used the strong start as my base coat my top coat of color lasted longer and didn't chip or peel off. Definitely has helped my nails become stronger.

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jcz26
3 years ago
Incentivized review

Necessary step!

I love painting my nails but sometimes that leaves my nails feeling a bit brittle. This base coat is amazing and I love that it is infused with biotin to make my nails stronger. Definitely recommend!!

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Sassimami37
4 years ago
from Richmond, Va
Incentivized review

Stronger Nails

I have a hard time getting my nails to grow. This nail treatment has worked wonders. My nails are the longest they have ever been! I use it as a base coat when I paint my nails another color. When I dont have color on I keep this on! My nails are so pretty

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LisaS
4 years ago
from Hammond IN
Incentivized review

Stronger nails

This essie base coat is a must have in my opinion. My nails always break so easily and are brittle. This has definitely helped with that. I have been using this for over a month now and my nails are much more healthier and stronger. I have used this with nail polish which makes it last even longer. I have even used this on its own and it makes my nails look simple but pretty. I have actually been able to grow out my nails longer without them breaking. I would highly recommend this to anyone that has the same issues with their nails as I do.

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