Is this the same brand & shade that's said to be Queen Elizabeth's favorite?

Read that she's been wearing "Ballet Slippers" since 1989. Her favorite shade

Does Essie do animal testing?

If you look on Essie's website under their FAQs, they write the following: "essie and L’Oreal are totally committed to animal-free beauty. If you'd like to learn more about the work in the area of alternative methods to animal testing, please click here." Here's the link http://www.loreal.com/sustainability/l'or%C3%A9al-answers/the-question-of-animal-testing

Where is esie's color called meatballs?

Hi there Geri! Unfortunately, the shade meatballs is not a current essie color and is not available. Sometimes, online reviewers reference discontinued shades, which we know can be confusing.

Do you need an LED lamp?

Nope! You just need the Essie gel top coat to give it the "gel" functionality. It also helps the polish dry super quickly!

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💅 Elevate your nail game with steel gray sophistication — because your manicure deserves the spotlight!

TRENDSETTING STEEL GRAY - A chic, toned-down steel gray inspired by the latest fashion and cultural vibes.
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essie Nail Polish in Toned Down Steel Gray offers a salon-quality, vegan formula with a glossy cream finish. Its easy-glide brush ensures streak-free, professional application at home. This 0.46 fl oz polish is part of essie's iconic collection inspired by fashion trends, delivering flawless coverage and durability while supporting cruelty-free beauty.

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