What is a "big 3 polish"?? Thanks in advance :)

What are the Big 3 toxic chemicals? The chemicals they're talking about are Dibutyl Phthalate (DBP), Formaldehyde and Toluene. Seche Vite is not "Big 3-Free". It is free of formaldehyde and dibutyl phthalate (DBP), but does contain toluene, a common solvent. It seems that some solvents and plasticizers used in Big 3-Free products are not compatible with the ingredients in / formulation of Seche Vite (Butter London brand in particular). Seche Vite was the first patented single procedure non-yellowing dry fast top coat for nail polish that dried and protected the underlying nail polish much faster and created a more durable shield than anything else on the market and even to this day. Here's the deal. This product is unique. It is meant to penetrate the layers underneath it, drying them all at once. In fact, the product bonds with the base and color layers, creating one strong coating. Hence its durable nature. Additionally, this top coat self-levels. This means ridges, small polishing gaffes, and shaky application is remedied by the product itself, as it creeps across the surface of the nail and settles evenly, every time. I paint my own nails and have for years. This is the hands-down-best-top-coat-EVER!!! I will honestly never buy anything else again (I do use the base coat as well). Hope this helps!!

Should you apply this to wet polish? And wouldnt it smudge the design?

Why are people answering "no"??? YES, Seche Vite is unique in that it must be applied over WET polish to work. WET!! If it is used over dry polish (or other dry surfaces, whether base coat, top coat, or just your nail), it will end up peeling off and won't do its job. Seche Vite is also known for not smudging nail designs compared to other top coats.Definitely apply over wet polish. But I should say: you don't want your polish to be totally dripping wet so that the Seche Vite brush picks up globs of it or ruins the design. However, I usually just put my color on one hand or even on all 10 nails, and then follow them up with Seche Vite. At that point, the nails are still wet and tacky enough to work, but the design isn't super delicate.

Does this top coat leave a glossy shine to manicure and how long does the shine last?

It does leave a glossy shine in my opinion. I used it about a week and a half ago and they're still shiny. I've been using this product for almost 10 years and I won't use anything else.

does this dry polish that doesnt dry fast? I bought polish from the dollar store and five below. I like them, but they literally take 45min to dry

There is not a better top coat on the market. After applying your last coat of polish, wait 1-2 minutes then apply this topcoat as directed (meaning use a good amount at the base of your nail and pull it up) - it dries within five minutes. I have natural nails and I will reapply this topcoat on Day 3 of my manicure and I get another 3-4 days out of my manicure with no chipping.

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T**Y

Great Performance 😌

I use the Seche Vive top coat normally. I saw this version and felt it would be a great add. It is indeed. It applies to polish well, smooths top layer, and dries quickly. My nails look great, shiny and secure. I can’t speak to its longevity yet because I just did them the night before last. But it functions well, good price for value - you get two, and leaves a beautiful solidified shiny top coat. Love & Recommend ❤️

2.02.2026

O**Y

Wow! 🤩 Dries super fast and LASTS!!!

Lives up to the hype and then some! I used as directed: applying a generous amount to each not quite dry nail. Dried super quickly and nice and hard. Unlike other “hardeners” it lasts days and did not peel when showering or washing my hair. Picture shows 10 days old. Be aware that it does smell like airplane glue when applying. No scent when dry. I have had trouble with nails breaking, but not lately! Excellent product! A+

24.01.2026

C**E

Best Top Coat EVER!

This is the best Shiny & Long Lasting Top Coat EVER! Right after I have applied 1 or 2 coats of nail polish on my nails I apply 1 thick coat of Seche Vite Dry Fast Top Coat over each nail. I wait 2 minutes and my nails are dry to the touch. I never have dings or chips on my nails now and the shine is great. I love this product! I am very active using my hands a lot!

13.11.2025

J**O

Fantastic top coat that dries fast!

I love this product! I buy it as soon as I run out, and will probably be the only top coat I ever use. I hate waiting for my nails to dry after painting them. This cuts the time down a lot and I am able to go about my day much sooner. It does get thick in the bottle pretty fast, but they do make restoring drops and I use those and it is good as new.

9.02.2026

J**N

Best nail product

Super shiny and tough with lightening drying time.

13.01.2026

L**H

Works

This Seche Vive Gel Effect Top Coat gives my nails a shiny, long-lasting finish. It dries quickly and makes my manicure look salon-quality at home. I’ve noticed less chipping and a smooth, glossy look that lasts. Great product for a durable, gel-like finish

19.12.2025

T**8

Works SO much better than expected!!!!

Ok... So what kind of wizardry is this ?!?!?!! Because WOWWWWWW!!!!!!! I had already painted my nails with a magnetic polish a few days ago and learned after the fact, it's best to use a topcoat... I went to Reddit since I've never used a topcoat before, to find out which one is best for fast drying... Didn't want my nails getting wet & sticky all over again... Over & over, I saw this brand & ordered. Just painted over my thumbnail, waited only about 2 minutes and I have the smoothest, glass like finish that feels completely dry!!!!!! I literally haven't even gone over my other nails yet because I came straight here to write a review lol To say I'm impressed is a complete understatement!!!!! Will never be without this stuff again!!!!

29.12.2025

M**L

Amazing - Superior Top Coat

We are very pleasantly surprised by this top coat. It is fabulous. We have tried several other top coats, some a bit more expensive than Seche Vite. The test is what my nails look like the day after. There is still a high glass shine, as if they are still wet. It dries fast, with no shrinkage. This is my only top coat from now on. I love this product.

17.01.2026

T**L

Je l'utilise en base et en top coat. Il laisse les ongles brillants, cela donne presque un effet gel. Parfois je mets juste 2 couched de Sèche Vite et mes ongles brillent pendant des jours. Il paraît que ses composants sont mauvais pour la santé, et qu'il ne faut pas l'utiliser en étant enceinte, je ne le suis pas alors en attendant j'en profite!

31.01.2014

M**.

Absolutely love this topcoat and use it with all polishes. It gives a fantastic gel-look shine, drys very quickly and really extends the life of your manicure/pedicure.

15.08.2025

S**D

The best i’ve ever tried

30.07.2024

M**C

Deixa um ótimo acabamento, esmalte seca muito rápido!

3.02.2023

R**A

This is the best top coat I’ve ever used. It dries fast, it’s hard and shiny and really does keep green polish longer.

20.02.2023

ASIN	B00150LT40
Best Sellers Rank	#1,739 in Beauty & Personal Care ( See Top 100 in Beauty & Personal Care ) #9 in Nail Polish Top Coat
Customer Reviews	4.6 4.6 out of 5 stars (52,215)
Is Discontinued By Manufacturer	No
Item model number	83100
Manufacturer	Seche
Product Dimensions	0.79 x 0.79 x 1.57 inches; 0.5 ounces
UPC	809217831052

Seche Vite Dry Fast Top Coat

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