I use only Essie lacquers, only the "all in one base" base coat, then color and in connection still the "good to go" top coat! Am thrilled! As a mother of three children and a housewife has a lot to do so, but the paint and keeps for at least (!) Three days !!! Cook, clean, wash ... no longer a problem! For Colour: beautifully radiant orange-red, with me even sufficient to apply once! Super for the summer, highly recommended!