essie ready. prep. go. Advanced Cuticle Remover — 1 fl oz vegan gel, fast-acting cuticle softener & nail surface cleaner

essie ready. prep. go. Advanced Cuticle Remover is a fast-acting, 3-in-1 gel that softens cuticles, clears nail surfaces, and smooths skin to prep nails for a salon-quality manicure.

Prep is the secret to long-lasting polish. This lightweight, non-sticky gel combines a 5% refining complex with micro-exfoliating minerals, apricot oil, aloe and glycerin to loosen overgrown cuticles, remove oils and debris from the nail plate, and hydrate the surrounding skin. Packaged with a cuticle pusher, the formula was created to streamline your nail routine and improve polish adhesion so your manicure performs better and looks cleaner.

How does this product make home manicures last longer?

By removing excess cuticle and cleaning the nail surface, the product reduces barriers that cause polish to lift or chip prematurely. The gel eliminates oils and debris that interfere with base coat adhesion while leaving moisturized skin around the nail bed.

• Softens overgrown cuticles for precise pushing or removal
• Buffs away oils and dead skin to improve polish grip
• Non-sticky, residue-free finish for better base coat contact

How quickly and easily will it soften cuticles?

Use 1–2 drops along the cuticle line and allow the product to work for about 15 seconds. The pro-inspired gel acts fast; a brief massage and gentle buffing with your finger loosens cuticle material for smooth, low-effort removal with the included pusher.

• Apply small drops directly to the cuticle line
• Wait roughly 15 seconds for the formula to act
• Massage, buff, then gently push back or remove softened cuticles

What skin-friendly ingredients are inside, and what do they do?

The formula blends conditioning and refining ingredients to treat both nails and surrounding skin. Apricot oil and glycerin deliver hydration while aloe soothes; the 5% refining complex features micro-exfoliating minerals to clear debris without harsh scraping.

• Apricot oil: hydrates and helps prevent dryness
• Aloe: calms and reduces irritation during prep
• Micro-exfoliating minerals (5% refining complex): remove surface buildup for a clean nail plate

Is this product easy to incorporate into a regular manicure routine?

Yes — it's designed as a simple pre-step before base coat application. Minimal product use and a quick wait time make it suitable for both quick touch-ups and full at-home treatments, and it pairs well with essie base/top coats and treatments.

• Works well with essie base coats and top coats
• Small amount covers all ten nails, so one bottle lasts many sessions
• Comes with a cuticle pusher to complete the three-in-one step

Who is this for: Ideal for anyone who wants a cleaner, more professional-looking manicure at home — from nail beginners who need an easy prep step to experienced users seeking salon-grade results. It’s suitable for vegans and those who prefer products without animal-derived ingredients, and it’s practical for salon professionals and daily at-home use alike.