{"product_id":"essie-matte-about-you-top-coat-vegan-mattifying-nail-polish-0-46-fl-oz-fast-drying-velvet-finish","title":"essie Matte About You Top Coat — Vegan Mattifying Nail Polish, 0.46 fl oz, Fast-Drying Velvet Finish","description":"\u003cstrong\u003eessie's Matte About You Top Coat instantly converts glossy polish into a velvety matte finish in one easy layer.\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eIf you love the color of your manicure but want a modern, understated look, this vegan mattifying top coat delivers salon-style texture without changing hue. Formulated to glide smoothly across nails, it creates a uniform velvet appearance over any essie shade while maintaining long-wear performance. The compact 0.46 fl oz bottle fits easily in a makeup bag or travel kit so you can swap finishes anytime.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eHow quickly does it turn a glossy mani into matte?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOne thin coat of Matte About You dries quickly and leaves a consistent matte surface; there’s no need to recoat or wait long between layers. It’s designed to sit on top of any dry essie color and dull the shine evenly without streaking.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eApply over fully dried color—dries to touch in minutes.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eSingle-swipe coverage for a uniform matte effect.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eNon-streaking formula for an even velvet finish.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eWorks with all essie lacquer shades and tones.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWill it change the color or texture of my polish?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe top coat preserves the original pigment while shifting only the surface gloss to a matte texture. It leaves nails feeling smooth to the touch with a modern, muted sheen rather than a rough or powdered sensation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eNo noticeable darkening or color shift of polish.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eVelvety finish without a granular feel.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eCompatible with cream, shimmer, and metallic essie polishes.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eMaintains manicure integrity when applied correctly.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eHow do I use it for the best, longest-lasting result?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eStart with a clean, base-coated nail, apply two thin coats of your chosen essie color, then finish with one layer of Matte About You. For extra care, include essie cuticle oil in your routine and avoid immediate heavy contact with water for best wear time.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eUse an essie base coat for smooth adhesion.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eApply two thin color layers for even coverage.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eFinish with one thin coat of the matte top coat—avoid flooding the cuticle.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eSeal edges and reapply if chips appear to extend wear.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eIs this product vegan and safe for routine use?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes—essie's Matte About You is formulated without animal-derived ingredients and is not tested on animals. It’s intended for cosmetic use on healthy nails as part of a regular manicure system.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eVegan formula—no animal-derived components.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eProduced under essie’s quality standards.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003ePart of essie’s broader nail care and polish range.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eUse as directed on external nail surfaces only.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWho is this for: Matte About You is ideal for anyone who wants to update their manicure style without buying new colors—fashion-forward shoppers, minimalists who prefer muted finishes, and professional stylists seeking a reliable matte top coat. If you already own essie polishes and want more finish options or travel with a compact, easy-to-apply top coat, this product makes it simple to switch from glossy to elegant matte in one step.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eIngredients\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eETHYL ACETATE, BUTYL ACETATE, NITROCELLULOSE, SILICA, TRIMETHYL PENTANYL DIISOBUTYRATE, ADIPIC ACID\/NEOPENTYL GLYCOL\/TRIMELLITIC ANHYDRIDE COPOLYMER, ISOPROPYL ALCOHOL, STEARALKONIUM HECTORITE, CITRIC ACID, F.I.L. D44604\/2\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 do I need for a matte finish?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-a\"\u003eA: Apply one thin coat of Matte About You over fully dried polish for a matte finish.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"faq-item\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-q\"\u003eQ: Is Matte About You cruelty-free and vegan?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-a\"\u003eA: Yes; essie formulates this top coat vegan and does not test on animals.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/section\u003e","brand":"essie","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51486974312681,"sku":"B00O4Q2UZO","price":58.02,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0801\/7674\/2633\/files\/essie-matte-about-you-front-bottle.jpg?v=1783249401","url":"https:\/\/cervaaustralia.com\/products\/essie-matte-about-you-top-coat-vegan-mattifying-nail-polish-0-46-fl-oz-fast-drying-velvet-finish","provider":"Cerva Australia | Professional Beauty Supplies, Skincare \u0026 Cosmetics","version":"1.0","type":"link"}