essie Nailcare Hard To Resist Advanced Nail Strengthener Treatment - 0.46 fl oz
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The Essie Hard to Resist Advanced Nail Strengthener has received mixed reviews. Many guests have experienced significant improvements in nail strength, growth, and overall health, with some noting that it works quickly and effectively. However, some guests have reported issues with the product's staying power, peeling, and drying time. Consistent use appears to be key for optimal results.
Summary created by AI from text of reviews reflecting recent feedback provided across different star ratings (includes incentivized reviews)
4.5 out of 5 stars with 236 reviews
easy to apply: 4.63 out of 5
easy to remove: 4.41 out of 5
long lasting: 3.96 out of 5
quality: 3.69 out of 5
value: 3.58 out of 5
70% would recommend
37 recommendations
1 out of 5 stars
Thumbs down graphic, would not recommend
5 January, 2026Verified purchase
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This made my nails even more weak. I want my money back
1 out of 5 stars
Thumbs down graphic, would not recommend
9 November, 2025Verified purchase
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very disappointed with this product - purchased it to strengthen my nails, yet I've had much more peeling than usual
5 out of 5 stars
Thumbs up graphic, would recommend
27 July, 2025Verified purchase
Works fast! Would recommend
This worked almost immediately for me! Two days after my nails are much stronger and harder. I bought this because I got gel x extensions removed the day before. I did two coats of this - it dried quickly and also looks polished on the nails!
5 out of 5 stars
Thumbs up graphic, would recommend
26 July, 2025Verified purchase
Buy this.
This really works and fast! I broke my pinky nail down to half way- I thought it would take FOREVER to grow but after a few uses it is already almost back to were it should be.
5 out of 5 stars
19 May, 2025
originally posted on essie.com
New Favorite
Really Happy I Took The Chance And Made A Purchase On Something New ...
1 out of 5 stars
Thumbs down graphic, would not recommend
12 March, 2025Verified purchase
Not great!
This product does nothing for the nails girls. Do not buy. I felt it made my nails weaker. I liked that my nails looked clean and glossy, but this product did not strengthen them at all. It was a complete waste of money for sure!
1 reply from Essie Team team - 10 months ago
Hi there Cassandra! Thank you for your feedback on the Nailcare Hard To Resist Advanced Nail Strengthener Treatment. We are sad to hear that this did not meet your expectations and you did not see a difference in your nails. We will share this information with the rest of our teams and we hope that you will continue to explore our products in the future.
5 out of 5 stars
27 February, 2025Verified purchase
Works well
Helped strengthen and protect my nails that were tearing apart after multiple rounds of poor gel removal. I like that is clear but has a bit of shine, concealing the broken bits of my nails.
5 out of 5 stars
14 January, 2025
originally posted on essie.com
This product will get you thru an "over dremell "
my nails were over-dremeled after removing a dip mani. This product was like a liquid bandage on my nails a day afterward. Thanks Essie.
5 out of 5 stars
15 December, 2024
originally posted on essie.com
AMAZING X10000
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] Perimenopause has done a number on the strength of my nails! I can't say enough on how this treatment changed my nails. It has taken them from nubs to strong, medium-length nails. I have been using this for about 2 weeks now, and I will NEVER stop. Try it! You won't be sorry!
5 out of 5 stars
6 December, 2024
originally posted on essie.com
Love it
I love it!! Works really well. I’m happy with it….
5 out of 5 stars
4 December, 2024
originally posted on essie.com
Love it
Very good love it the best buy it my nails were never better
5 out of 5 stars
Thumbs up graphic, would recommend
13 November, 2024Verified purchase
Best nailcare
Best product for strengthening my nails before applying nail polish.
1 out of 5 stars
21 September, 2024
originally posted on essie.com
Making Matters Worse
I had been using this product for about 6 months and my nails only got worse. It made my nails look nice, but I found this stuff doesn't chip off, instead it flakes off taking the top portion of the surrounding nail with it, leaving me with what looks like the top of an oyster shell. They never did that before. It seems like this stuff actually made my nails more brittle, because I hadn’t made any other changes to my routine. I stopped applying this or anything else to my nails for the last 6 or 9 months and the problem has definitely improved. It seems like this stuff soaks halfway into the nail, and when you do break a nail, it rips of a portion of the top half of the surrounding nail with it.
1 reply from Consumer Care Center team - 1 year ago
Hello DavidG, thank you for sharing your experience with the Hard To Resist Advanced Nail Strengthener. We want to understand what happened just as much as you do. This clear tint nail strengthener strengthens soft, damaged nails and should leave the nails healthier. We want to speak with you directly about it. Please give us a call at @ 866-313-7845 M-F 9:00 am – 5:00 pm ET for assistance and provide reference #37229849
1 out of 5 stars
9 September, 2024
originally posted on essie.com
Disappointing
Did nothing to help strengthen my nails. I’ll stick to rejuvacoat it’s a better product.
1 reply from Consumer Care Center team - 1 year ago
Hello Dnail12. Thank you for giving the Hard To Resist Advanced Nail Strengthener a try. We wish you were seeing the results you were hoping for. Formulated with MSM technology, this clear tint nail strengthener strengthens soft, damaged nails while making nails visibly healthier after 3 days. Wear alone for 3 days. After that, remove and reapply or start using your favorite essie nail color. If you would like to speak to us directly about your recent purchase, give us a call @ 866-313-7845 M-F 9 am-5:30 pm ET
1 out of 5 stars
Thumbs down graphic, would not recommend
28 August, 2024Verified purchase
Get something else
Terrible. Doesn't help strengthen nor does it even last long, chips after a day.
1 reply from Essie Team team - 1 year ago
Hi there elle! Thank you for your feedback on the Hard To Resist Advanced Nail Treatment. We are sad to hear that you did not see the results you expected and it chipped. We will share this information with our production and development teams, and we hope that you will continue to try and use our products in the future with satisfaction.
4 out of 5 stars
7 June, 2024
originally posted on essie.com
Poor Durability
My nails are :(( This helps but it doesn’t have a good staying power.
5 out of 5 stars
Thumbs up graphic, would recommend
23 May, 2024Verified purchase
Best Nail Strengthener
I have tried a lot of nail strengtheners and none of them have noticeably improved my nails in such a short amount of time like this stuff!! My nails went from cracking to strong and long in a month.
5 out of 5 stars
12 May, 2024
originally posted on essie.com
Impressed with Dramatic Improvement
My nail were both splitting and breaking. I have been topping Hard to Resist with Essie nail polish and the Essie Gel Setter. Occasionally I will just put on two coats of Essie Hard to Resist alone. I have seen a dramatic improvement in my nails. They have grow out and they have stopped splitting. I'm am very impressed. I should have taken photos.
5 out of 5 stars
9 May, 2024
originally posted on essie.com
literally the best!
the only thing that helps my thin, bendy nails! the only nail product I’ve bought more than once
5 out of 5 stars
Thumbs up graphic, would recommend
27 April, 2024Verified purchase
Essie's next winner - great nail strengthener
Essie’s the best. I use alot of their polishes and nail treatment items and you can’t go wrong with a salon standard. My nails seem to hold up well with it, and I garden, scrub, etc. I’m hard on my hands.