{"product_id":"essie-expressie-quick-dry-vegan-nail-polish-not-so-low-key-blackened-burgundy-0-33-oz-fast-dry-angled-brush","title":"essie expressie Quick-Dry Vegan Nail Polish — Not So Low-Key Blackened Burgundy, 0.33 oz, Fast-Dry Angled Brush","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eessie expressie Quick-Dry Vegan Nail Polish in Not So Low-Key is a fast-drying, one-step salon-quality lacquer that gives nails a rich blackened burgundy finish without base or top coat.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThis compact 0.33 fl oz bottle from essie delivers a fashionable, trans-seasonal shade inspired by runway and street style. Formulated to be vegan and free of animal-derived ingredients, the expressie line is designed for quick at-home touch-ups and busy routines—combining a clever angled brush, concentrated pigment, and a rapid-dry formula so you can apply color and be ready to go in about a minute.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eHow quickly will Not So Low-Key dry after application?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eNot So Low-Key is engineered as a quick-dry lacquer that becomes touch-dry in roughly one minute when applied as directed. Dry times vary with humidity, layer thickness, and room temperature, but two thin coats typically achieve full coverage while preserving speed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eTouch-dry in about one minute under normal conditions\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eBest results with two thin coats rather than one thick coat\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eNo base or top coat required for expressie coverage\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eAvoid high humidity immediately after application for fastest set\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat makes the angled brush different and how does it help?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eessie’s first angled brush on the expressie range is built to follow your nail shape so you can paint more precisely with both hands. The brush flips to create two angles, making application easier on your dominant and non-dominant hands without messy strokes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eAngled edge aligns with the nail crescent for neater cuticle lines\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eFlip-to-angle design simplifies painting the opposite hand\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eBrush delivers even pigment laydown to reduce streaking\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eDesigned for quick, salon-style results at home\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eHow opaque is the color and how many coats do I need?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eNot So Low-Key is a dense, blackened burgundy pigment that typically provides rich coverage in two thin coats. Using thin layers improves drying speed and prevents pooling at the cuticle; thicker coats may extend dry time and increase the chance of smudging.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eTwo thin coats recommended for full, even opacity\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eSingle coat works for a sheer, washed-berry look\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eApply from the center to sides for uniform coverage\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eAllow approximately one minute between coats for best results\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eIs this polish vegan and suitable for everyday wear?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eYes — essie expressie is formulated without animal-derived ingredients and is part of essie’s vegan offerings. The polish is created for everyday fashion use, providing long-lasting color with a salon-inspired finish when applied correctly.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eVegan formula without animal-derived components\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eSalon-inspired shade range reflecting current trends\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eDesigned for frequent, on-the-go application\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eCompact bottle fits easily into a makeup bag or purse\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWho is this for: essie expressie Quick-Dry in Not So Low-Key is ideal for color-conscious people who want a deep, versatile burgundy with fast drying times—perfect for commuters, busy parents, beauty professionals doing quick touch-ups, or anyone who prefers one-step application without separate base and top coats. If you value speed, pigment intensity, and an easy-to-use angled brush in a vegan formula, this shade offers a polished, wearable look for day or night.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eIngredients\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBUTYL ACETATE, ETHYL ACETATE, NITROCELLULOSE, ADIPIC ACID\/NEOPENTYL GLYCOL\/TRIMELLITIC ANHYDRIDE COPOLYMER, ACETYL TRIBUTYL CITRATE, ISOPROPYL ALCOHOL, STEARALKONIUM BENTONITE, STYRENE\/ACRYLATES COPOLYMER, ACRYLATES COPOLYMER, SILICA, DIACETONE ALCOHOL, OCTOCRYLENE, n-BUTYL ALCOHOL, HEXANAL, SYNTHETIC FLUORPHLOGOPITE, LITHOTHAMNIUM CALCARUM EXTRACT \/ LITHOTHAMNION CALCAREUM EXTRACT, CALCIUM SODIUM BOROSILICATE, PHOSPHORIC ACID, DIMETHICONE, MANNITOL, COLOPHONIUM \/ ROSIN \/ COLOPHANE, TRIMETHYLSILOXYSILICATE, DIATOMACEOUS EARTH, BARIUM SULFATE, TIN OXIDE, ZINC SULFATE, [+\/- MAY CONTAIN \/ PEUT CONTENIR CI 77891 \/ TITANIUM DIOXIDE, CI 77491, CI 77492 \/ IRON OXIDES, MICA, CI 77266 \/ BLACK 2, CI 77742 \/ MANGANESE VIOLET, CI 19140 \/ YELLOW 5 LAKE, CI 15850 \/ RED 6 LAKE, CI 15880 \/ RED 34 LAKE, CI 77510 \/ FERRIC AMMONIUM FERROCYANIDE, CI 12085 \/ RED 36, CI 73360 \/ RED 30, CI 15850 \/ RED 7 LAKE F.I.L. D236317\/1\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: Do I need a top coat with essie expressie?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-a\"\u003eA: No—expressie is formulated as a one-step color that doesn’t require a top coat, though you may add one for extra shine or chip resistance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"faq-item\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-q\"\u003eQ: How many coats give full coverage?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-a\"\u003eA: Two thin coats typically deliver full, even opacity for Not So Low-Key while maintaining the quick-dry benefit.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/section\u003e","brand":"essie","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51487100010729,"sku":"B07Y8YW4YL","price":58.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0801\/7674\/2633\/files\/essie-not-so-low-key-front-bottle.jpg?v=1783255748","url":"https:\/\/cervaaustralia.com\/products\/essie-expressie-quick-dry-vegan-nail-polish-not-so-low-key-blackened-burgundy-0-33-oz-fast-dry-angled-brush","provider":"Cerva Australia | Professional Beauty Supplies, Skincare \u0026 Cosmetics","version":"1.0","type":"link"}