November 19, 2012
| Encyclopedia
Founded by Essie Weingarten (photo, right) in 1981, the global brand is the ultimate color authority and the go-to nail brand. After noticing a void in the nail color market, Weingarten took a gamble and went to Las Vegas.
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June 28, 2012
| Video
Essie opened its first flagship salon this month, inside of Samuel Shriqui Salon in New York (35 E 65th St.). This video shows NBC's Jane Hansen visiting the salon.
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September 29, 2011
| News
In celebration of Allure's twentieth anniversary, Essie created a classic red nail polish.
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August 15, 2011
| Photo Gallery
Custom solid hues and an array of French and moon manicures took front stage for fall colors and designs at New York Fashion Week.
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June 16, 2011
| Product
If you’re an Essie Cosmetics fan, then the summer 2011 collection is a must-have to add some fiery brights to your salon’s polish selection.
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July 1, 2010
| News
In April, Essie Weingarten announced the eponymous company she founded in 1981 was acquired by L’Oreal USA.
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July 1, 2009
| Article
Nail product manufacturers tell us their story in the space of a cocktail napkin.
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July 1, 2008
| Article
Who knew that Essie herself creates all the names, as well as the colors?
Keywords: advertising/promotions Essie Essie Weingarten polish
August 1, 2001
| Article
For 21 years, the "Queen of Polish" -- Essie's Essie Weingarten -- has worked hard to make her name—and her company-known. But despite all the attention she garners, there are still some things many people may not know about her.
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August 1, 1999
| Article
That’s because Essie Weingarten, president and CEO of Essie Cosmetics, has elevated the naming of polish colors to an art form.
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December 1, 1995
| Article
So who are the brave nail technicians who handle the grooming needs of our industry’s greats? Here’s who does what to whom.
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