Don't freak out ­- chill out. Alabaster white smooths everything over with a touch of cool. Benefits - luxurious longwear with gel-like color and shine in an easy 2-step system - use easy removal - patent-pending curve hugging brush for perfect essie color coverage - with gel couture top coat  Application  Essie Gel Couture introduces an easy 2-step system for a gel-like manicure. First, take any Essie Gel Couture shade and apply two coats to the natural, bare nails with long, smooth strokes. No base coat or UV or LED lamp are needed. Let dry and then apply the specialized, quick-drying top coat to lock in the couture manicure. It is not recommended to use a base coat. Reapply the top coat every few days for longer wear. About The Brand  Essie gel couture nail polish is an extravagantly sophisticated collection, crafted to perfection and fashioned to last. Designed with the haute vision of couture, the line presents 25 brand new colors with up to 12 days wear applied in an easy, 2- step system. Goes well with Essie Gel Couture Top Coat