{"product_id":"essie-ballet-slippers-sheer-pale-pink-nail-polish-0-46-fl-oz-salon-quality-vegan-8-free","title":"essie Ballet Slippers sheer pale-pink nail polish, 0.46 fl oz — salon-quality, vegan 8-free","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEssie Ballet Slippers is a sheer, pale-pink salon-quality nail polish that delivers glossy, classic color in a vegan, 8-free formula.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eFor more than three decades essie has been a go-to name for timeless nail shades. Ballet Slippers is one of the house’s most beloved soft-pink lacquers, prized for its subtle translucence and polished finish. This compact 0.46 fl oz bottle offers professional-looking coverage at home, with a brush designed to make application smooth and streak-free.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eHow will Ballet Slippers look on different skin tones?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBallet Slippers reads as a soft, understated pink that complements a wide range of skin tones because of its sheer translucency. It won’t overpower your look; instead, it adds a clean, elegant sheen that works for daily wear and special occasions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eOn fair skin: a barely-there pale pink for a classic manicure.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eOn medium tones: a neutral, elegant wash of color that enhances natural undertones.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eOn deeper skin: a subtle, soft contrast that brightens the nails without looking stark.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eLayerable: build opacity with additional coats for a stronger pink.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat should I expect from application and finish?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe polish uses essie’s wide, easy-glide brush to promote even strokes and minimize streaks. The finish is glossy and refined; applying a base coat and a top coat will improve longevity and shine.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eBrush: shaped to fit most nail widths for smooth coverage.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eDry time: typical salon-style drying, depending on coat thickness.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eFinish: glossy sheen that looks professionally done.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eDurability: chip-resistant formula when used with proper base\/top coats.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eIs this polish safe and cruelty-free?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEssie’s Ballet Slippers features an 8-free formulation and is vegan, meaning it avoids eight specific potentially harmful ingredients and contains no animal-derived components. The brand also does not test on animals, aligning with cruelty-free standards accepted by many consumers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eVegan: no animal-derived ingredients.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e8-free: excludes a roster of common chemical additives.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eNot tested on animals: follows cruelty-free practices.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eProfessional-grade formula trusted in salons.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eHow do I get a long-lasting manicure with this polish?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor the best results, start with clean nails, apply a base coat, then two thin coats of Ballet Slippers, finishing with a glossy top coat. Regular cuticle care and using essie apricot cuticle oil helps maintain a neat, healthy-looking manicure.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003ePrep: remove old polish and push back cuticles for smooth application.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eCoating: one thin base coat, two thin color coats, one top coat.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eMaintenance: top up with a fresh top coat every few days to extend wear.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eCare: finish with cuticle oil to enhance nail health and appearance.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWho is this for? Ballet Slippers is ideal for anyone seeking a timeless, understated nail color—from professionals who prefer a clean, neutral manicure to everyday wearers who want an elegant, low-maintenance polish. It suits people who prioritize salon-quality results at home, prefer vegan and 8-free cosmetics, and appreciate a classic pale pink that transitions effortlessly from work to weekend.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eIngredients\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEthyl Acetate, Butyl Acetate, Nitrocellulose, Tosylamide\/Epoxy Resin, Trimethyl Pentanyl Diisobutyrate, Isopropyl Alcohol, Tribenzoin, Stearalkonium Hectorite, Acetylated Hydrogenated Castor Glyceride, Sucrose Acetate Isobutyrate, Adipic Acid\/Neopentyl Glycol\/Trimellitic Anhydride Copolymer, Synthetic Fluorphlogopite, Stearalkonium Bentonite, Benzophenone-1, Silica, Barium Sulfate, Diacetone Alcohol, Calcium Aluminum Borosilicate, Aluminum Calcium Sodium Silicate, Citric Acid, Colophonium \/ Rosin \/ Colophane, Calcium Sodium Borosilicate, Aluminum Hydroxide, Dimethicone, Alumina, Tin Oxide, Aqua \/ Water \/ Eau, Triethoxycaprylylsilane, Talc [+\/- May Contain: Ci 77891 \/ Titanium Dioxide, Mica, Ci 19140 \/ Yellow 5 Lake, Ci 77491, Ci 77492, Ci 77499 \/ Iron Oxides, Ci 77510 \/ Ferric Ammonium Ferrocyanide, Ci 77000 \/ Aluminum Powder, Ci 15880 \/ Red 34 Lake, Ci 15850 \/ Red 7 Lake, Ci 77007 \/ Ultramarines, Ci 15850 \/ Red 6 Lake, Ci 77266 \/ Black 2, Ci 42090 \/ Blue 1 Lake, Ci 77288 \/ Chromium Oxide Greens, Ci 77742 \/ Manganese Violet, Ci 77510 \/ Ferric Ferrocyanide, Ci 73360 \/ Red 30 Lake]. Fil T218106\/6\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003csection class=\"product-faq-snippet\"\u003e\u003ch3\u003eFAQ\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"faq-item\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-q\"\u003eQ: How many coats of Ballet Slippers should I use?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-a\"\u003eA: Apply two thin coats for the classic sheer look; add a third for more opacity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"faq-item\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-q\"\u003eQ: Is essie Ballet Slippers cruelty-free and vegan?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-a\"\u003eA: Yes, the formula is vegan and essie does not test on animals.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/section\u003e","brand":"essie","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51487167873257,"sku":"B0030IMVZ6","price":59.03,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0801\/7674\/2633\/files\/essie-bottle-front-ballet-slippers.jpg?v=1783258572","url":"https:\/\/cervaaustralia.com\/products\/essie-ballet-slippers-sheer-pale-pink-nail-polish-0-46-fl-oz-salon-quality-vegan-8-free","provider":"Cerva Australia | Professional Beauty Supplies, Skincare \u0026 Cosmetics","version":"1.0","type":"link"}