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INSTA-DRI®

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INSTA-DRI®

INSTA-DRI® 3-in-1 formula for 33% long wear and chip resistance versus old formula. As the #1 quick-dry polish in North America, Insta-Dri® is formulated with a base and top coat for extended wear and full-coverage, streak-free shine. Express dry in 60 seconds with just a single step so you can take that nail look to-go anytime, anywhere.

HOW TO APPLY

1

Apply one coat of Insta-Dri to clean, dry, nails and allow to dry for 1 minute

2

Finish with Insta-Dro Clearly Quick for best results

3

You've completed your mani in record time!

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Review 1
Votes 0
3 out of 5 stars.

Dries out very fast

a year ago
I bought 3 shades(Spill the velvet-tea, Lavish Lilac and Shooting Star) in sale and I like the glittery one, but the other one are cuter on the bottle than on the nails. It dries fast but... inside the packaging too, so I won't buy this nail polish.
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Originally posted on influenster.com

Response from Sally Hansen:
a year ago
Sally Hansen Consumer Affairs Department
Hello there! Thank you for taking the time to share your experience with our Sally Hansen Insta-Dri. We are sorry to hear that you did not have a positive experience with our product, and we want to assure you that we take your feedback seriously. We will share your comments with the relevant teams to ensure that we can continue to improve our products and services. Your loyalty is highly valued, and we encourage you to contact us regarding your experience. Please feel free to give us a call at 1-800-953-5080, or you can send us an email through the Contact Us page on our website. We will be more than happy to assist you further. Thank you again for your feedback, and we hope to hear from you soon.
NY
Review 1
Votes 0
3 out of 5 stars.

Can't get off

3 years ago
I bought the one with sparkles and really love it, but wow, I can't get it off with nail polish remover. It didn't say it was gel so I don't know what's going on! If you get this, be prepared. These sparkles seem to be cemented onto my nails.
  • Yes,
  • I recommend this product.
Helpful?
Response from Sally Hansen:
3 years ago
Sally Hansen Consumer Affairs Department
We appreciate you taking the time to try our Insta Dri Nail Polish. We are sorry to hear this product is very hard to remove. This is not the experience we hope for you to have, and we will be sure to share your feedback with the appropriate teams. To remove this nail polish, we suggest using an acetone or ethyl acetate-based nail polish remover. Generally, a cotton ball or absorbent remover pad should be soaked in a small quantity of the nail polish remover and then pressed into contact with the nail polish color. It is important to allow sufficient time for the remover to soak into and soften the nail polish film so keep it in contact for 1-2 minutes. It should then be easier to remove. If you are still not able to remove this nail polish, or if you have any questions, please reach out to us. You can give us a call at 1-800-953-5080 or send an email via the Contact Us page on our website. We will be more than happy to help you out further.
Review 1
Votes 0
3 out of 5 stars.

Okay, nothing great!

3 years ago
I bought this from dollarama for 4$ i guess. It’s a pretty shade in pink and actually dries up fast. But you get what you pay for. It doesn’t last long and chips off quickly.
influenster.com

Originally posted on influenster.com

Response from Sally Hansen:
3 years ago
Sally Hansen Consumer Affairs
We appreciate you taking the time to try out the Insta Dri polish, we are happy to hear that you enjoyed the color and quick dry formula! We are sorry to hear this product did not last as long as expected and started to chip so soon; this is not the experience we hope for you to have. We value your feedback and will share it with our team. To help polish last as long as possible, follow these tips: Before applying polish, wipe your nails with nail polish remover and then wash your hands with warm water. Soaps, oils, and dirt on your nails can make your polish or gloss wear off quicker, and this will remove it. Don't buff your nails as this can make the nail surface too smooth for the polish or gloss to take hold. Apply a second coat of polish as this will extend wear. Plus finishing with a top coat will give added protection. Each coat needs to dry and set, before applying another. If you have any additional questions, please reach out to us. You can call us at 1-800-953-5080 or send an email via the Contact Us page on our website. We will be more than happy to assist you further.
Review 1
Votes 0
3 out of 5 stars.

Fast drying

3 years ago
I use this brand when I do my kiddos nails because it does actually dry quite quickly. Gave a mid lever rating because I find the Polish gets really thick and gooey quickly
influenster.com

Originally posted on influenster.com

Response from Sally Hansen:
3 years ago
Sally Hansen Consumer Affairs
We appreciate you taking the time to try out the Insta Dri polish, we are happy to hear that this product dries quickly. We are sorry to hear this polish got too thick and goopy; this is not the experience we hope for you to have. We value your feedback and will share it with our team. If you have any additional questions, please reach out to us. You can call us at 1-800-953-5080 or send an email via the Contact Us page on our website. We will be more than happy to assist you further.
Review 1
Votes 2
3 out of 5 stars.

Good value

3 years ago
I bought this on sale, so I'm happy with the value. It definitely dries faster than most regular polishes, but, of course, it doesn't fully set for about a day or so. There is a bit of an unpleasant odour when applying, but that's minor. My major complaint is that they started chipping the day after I applied. They mostly lasted for like 3-4 days with minor chipping (with the addition of a quick-dry top coat, different brand). Took 3 coats for full coverage, so not great opacity, and very thick on the nail. I am very happy with the price, and love the colour Pink Blink! It's just what I've been looking for, and I will continue to wear it.
Helpful?
Response from Sally Hansen:
3 years ago
Sally Hansen Consumer Affairs
We appreciate you taking the time to try out the Insta-Dri polish, we are happy to hear that you enjoyed the color. We are sorry to hear this product did not dry as fast as expected, hand a bad odor, and chipped sooner than expected; this is not the experience we hope for you to have. We value your feedback and will share it with our team. If you have any additional questions, please reach out to us. You can give us a call at 1-800-953-5080 or send an email via the Contact Us page on our website. We will be more than happy to assist you further.
Review 1
Votes 0
3 out of 5 stars.

Simple Look

4 years ago
Very pretty colour, light almost sheer pink with a hint a sparkly. It's a simple look which I prefer on my finger nails.
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Originally posted on influenster.com

Review 1
Votes 0
3 out of 5 stars.

good but doesn't dry as fast as it says

4 years ago
firstly i love the flat brushes, they are so much easier to use than traditional round brushes and they give a much smoother finish! however it definitely doesn't dry within the stated 1 min. the first time i used it i applied quite a thick layer and it took around 15 minutes, but the second time around i did a much thinner coat and it dried in about 5.
influenster.com

Originally posted on influenster.com

Review 1
Votes 0
3 out of 5 stars.

got this shade for the fall— can’t wait to use it

4 years ago
got this for the fall can’t wait to try it out! love that it’s fast drying and the shade is very pretty. the price was very reasonable at walmart!
influenster.com

Originally posted on influenster.com

Response from Sally Hansen:
4 years ago
Sally Hansen Consumer Affairs
We are so glad to hear you enjoyed using our Insta-Dri Nail Polish. We hope you love using your shade this coming fall!
Buffalo, NY
Review 1
Vote 1
3 out of 5 stars.

On the fence!

7 years ago
Just bought my first instadri color. It applied extremely easily, the color was really vibrant, and it dried super fast plus it was a good price. BUT... It chipped veryy quickly no matter how many coats I put on, AND IT STAINED MY FINGERS. :'( I soaked my hand in acetone and it just wouldn't come off my skin. Im thinking maybe a lighter color wouldn't be so bad? Definitely on the fence about it.
  • Yes,
  • I recommend this product.
Helpful?
Review 1
Vote 1
2 out of 5 stars.

a year ago
I have never used this product before. Bought it because I loved the color. After one days polish was chipping off. Very disappointing.
Helpful?
Response from Sally Hansen:
a year ago
Abby
We appreciate you taking the time to try our Insta-Dri Nail Polish. We are sorry to hear this product started to chip off after one day. This is not the experience we hope for you to have, and we will be sure to share your feedback with the appropriate teams. To ensure proper application and to help nail polish last longer, we have provided some helpful tips below: -Before applying nail polish, we recommend wiping your nails with nail polish remover and then washing your hands with warm water to remove excess oils and dirt. -Don't buff your nails as this can make the nail surface too smooth for the polish to take hold. -After applying nail polish, allow enough time for it to dry and set. If possible, avoid hot baths and heavy housework for 12 -24 hours after doing your nails. Detergents and household cleaners can make nail polish wear off quickly. If this product still does not work well for you, or if you have any questions, please reach out to us. You can give us a call at 1-800-953-5080 or send an email via the Contact Us page on our website. We will be more than happy to help you out further.
Review 1
Votes 0
2 out of 5 stars.

Color was nice

3 years ago
I wasn't a fan of this nail polish. It chipped rather quickly and although it did dry fast it lacked in luster. I wouldn't recommend
influenster.com

Originally posted on influenster.com

Response from Sally Hansen:
3 years ago
Sally Hansen Consumer Affairs
We appreciate you taking the time to try out the Insta Dri polish, we are happy to hear this polish dried quickly. We are sorry to hear this product did not last as long as expected and chipped; this is not the experience we hope for you to have. We value your feedback and will share it with our team. If you have any additional questions, please reach out to us. You can call us at 1-800-953-5080 or send an email via the Contact Us page on our website. We will be more than happy to assist you further.
Review 1
Votes 0
2 out of 5 stars.

The nicest part was the colour

3 years ago
This scraped off my fingernails so fast. The colour is pretty as heck though, so I can’t hate it for that. It was super cheap, but didn’t last longer than a few hours
influenster.com

Originally posted on influenster.com

Response from Sally Hansen:
3 years ago
Sally Hansen Consumer Affairs Department
We are sorry to learn of your experience with our Sally Hansen Insta-Dri Nail Polish. Your comments regarding how long it lasted are greatly appreciated, and we will be sure to share your feedback with the appropriate teams. Before applying nail polish, we recommend to wipe your nails with nail polish remover and then wash your hands with warm water. Don't buff your nails as this can make the nail surface too smooth for the polish to take hold. After applying nail polish, allow enough time for it to dry and set. If possible, avoid hot baths and heavy housework for 12 -24 hours after doing your nails. Detergents and household cleaners can make nail polish wear off quickly. If this product still does not work for you, or if you have any questions, please reach out to us. You can give us a call at 1-800-953-5080 or send an email via the Contact Us page on our website. We will be more than happy to help you out further.
Review 1
Votes 0
2 out of 5 stars.

Dislike

3 years ago
I’m not a fan at all of the formula at all I’ve tried multiple times with different top coats but it always chips within 24 hours.
influenster.com

Originally posted on influenster.com

Response from Sally Hansen:
3 years ago
Sally Hansen Consumer Affairs
We appreciate you taking the time to try out the Insta-Dri Polish. We are sorry to hear this product chipped easily this is not the experience we hope for you to have. We value your feedback and will share it with our team. If you have any additional questions, please reach out to us. You can give us a call at 1-800-953-5080 or send an email via the Contact Us page on our website. We will be more than happy to assist you further.
Belmont MI
Review 1
Votes 3
2 out of 5 stars.

not impressed

7 years ago
I applied the polish and in less than a day the polish peeled off in one piece. I was not impressed. The color is good that is about all
  • No,
  • I do not recommend this product.
Helpful?
Toronto, ON, Canada
Review 1
Votes 2
2 out of 5 stars.

Cinna-snap review

8 years ago
I have bought several Insta-Dri nail polishes and have never had an issue. I was excited when I saw the Cinna snap colour for the holidays. When I went to take it off it completely stained my nails and the skin around them and no matter how much nail polish remover I used I could not remove the colour. I am very disappointed with quality of this and will not be buying again
  • No,
  • I do not recommend this product.
Helpful?
Toronto
Review 1
Votes 4
Age17 or under
Skin Tonedark
Type of Nail Polish Userregular/daily
1 out of 5 stars.

doesnt dry

3 months ago
too sheer for one coat but when another is added it refuses to dry
  • Great to wear foreveryday
  • No,
  • I do not recommend this product.
Helpful?
Response from Sally Hansen:
3 months ago
Sally Hansen Consumer Affairs
Hello! We appreciate you taking the time to try our Insta-Dri Nail Polish. We are sorry to hear this product has not performed as you expected. This is not the experience we hope for you to have, and we encourage you to reach out to our team. You can give us a call at 1-800-953-5080 or send an email via the Contact Us page on our website. We will be more than happy to help you out further.
Review 1
Votes 0
1 out of 5 stars.

Polish is too thick

5 months ago
I have the white on time insta-dri polish color, I don't know if the other colors are different, but I find the polish to be too thick, it's hard to brush on. So just keep that in mind when purchasing because I didn't know and I would have bought a regular white polish instead
  • No,
  • I do not recommend this product.
Helpful?
Response from Sally Hansen:
5 months ago
Sally Hansen Consumer Affairs
Hello! We appreciate you taking the time to try our Insta-Dri Nail Polish. We are sorry to hear this nail polish is too thick, which makes it hard to apply. This isn’t the experience we wish for you, and please know that we will share your concerns with the appropriate teams. We encourage you to reach out to our team regarding your experience. You can give us a call at 1-800-953-5080 or send an email via the Contact Us page on our website. We will be more than happy to help you out further.
Tasmania
Review 1
Votes 2
Age35 to 44
Skin Tonelight
Type of Nail Polish Userregular/daily
1 out of 5 stars.

Dont bother

a year ago
I purchased the Insta Dri Clearly Quick recently and wouldn't again. It went on really nicely, dried really fast and promptly started peeling off the next day. I barely did anything, so it wasn't due to busy hands. Considering the price, super dissapointing!
    • No,
    • I do not recommend this product.
    Helpful?
    Response from Sally Hansen:
    a year ago
    Sally Hansen Consumer Affairs Department
    Hi there! Thank you for taking the time to contact us and for trying our Sally Hansen Insta-Dri. We are sorry to hear that it did not meet your expectations and started to peel the next day. We understand that this is not the experience you were hoping for. We appreciate your feedback and want to help you out. Soaps, oils, and dirt on your nails can make your polish or gloss wear off quickly. To help the polish last as long as possible, follow these tips: Before applying polish wipe your nails with nail polish remover and then wash your hands with warm water. Don't buff your nails as this can make the nail surface too smooth for the polish or gloss to take hold. Apply polish, then apply a second coat, this will extend wear. We hope this helps! Your loyalty is highly valued, and we encourage you to contact us with any questions. Please feel free to give us a call at 1-800-953-5080, or you can send us an email through the Contact Us page on our website. We are dedicated to making things right and look forward to assisting you.
    Perth Western Australia
    Review 1
    Votes 2
    Age45 to 54
    Skin Tonefair
    Type of Nail Polish Userspecial occasions only
    1 out of 5 stars.

    Doesn’t dry in a minute.

    a year ago
    I bought this and tried it a couple of times the first coat took a t least 5 mins to dry the second coat I gave up waiting for and took it off. 1 coat of the Elmo looked terrible.
      • No,
      • I do not recommend this product.
      Helpful?
      Response from Sally Hansen:
      a year ago
      Abby
      We appreciate you taking the time to try our Insta-Dri Nail Polish. We are sorry to hear this product took a long time to dry. This is not the experience we hope for you to have, and we will be sure to share your feedback with the appropriate teams. To ensure proper application and to help nail polish last longer, we have provided some helpful tips below: -Before applying nail polish, we recommend wiping your nails with nail polish remover and then washing your hands with warm water to remove excess oils and dirt. -Don't buff your nails as this can make the nail surface too smooth for the polish to take hold. -After applying nail polish, allow enough time for it to dry and set. If possible, avoid hot baths and heavy housework for 12 -24 hours after doing your nails. Detergents and household cleaners can make nail polish wear off quickly. If this product still does not work for you, or if you have any questions, please reach out to us. You can give us a call at 1-800-953-5080 or send an email via the Contact Us page on our website. We will be more than happy to help you out further.
      Review 1
      Vote 1
      1 out of 5 stars.

      horrible

      2 years ago
      Purchased the color C- hill out. the. The polish is too goopy, causes bubbles not a good polish. You can find much better polish at a $ store .Will be returning to place of purchase..
      • No,
      • I do not recommend this product.
      Helpful?
      Response from Sally Hansen:
      2 years ago
      Sally Hansen Consumer Affairs
      Hi there! Thank you for trying out our Sally Hansen Insta-Dri. We are sorry to hear that it did not meet your expectations and applied goopy causing bubbles. We understand that this is not the experience you were hoping for. We appreciate your feedback and want to help you out, we suggest contacting our beauty experts. You can reach us by phone at 1-800-953-5080 or by sending an email through our website's Contact Us page. We are dedicated to making things right and look forward to assisting you.
      Review 1
      Vote 1
      1 out of 5 stars.

      Garbage

      2 years ago
      This is the WORST nail polish… within hours of exposure to sunlight the color is bleached out of the polish (only the top coat, I used two coats). Don’t waste your money. Absolute trash.
      • No,
      • I do not recommend this product.
      Helpful?
      Response from Sally Hansen:
      2 years ago
      Sally Hansen Consumer Affairs Department
      We appreciate you taking the time to try our Insta-Dri Nail Polish. We are sorry to hear this polish became bleached out with exposure to sunlight. This is not the experience we hope for you to have, and we will be sure to share your feedback with the appropriate teams. We encourage you to reach out to our team regarding your experience. You can give us a call at 1-800-953-5080 or send an email via the Contact Us page on our website. We will be more than happy to help you out further.
      Mackay, Queensland
      Review 1
      Votes 0
      Age35 to 44
      Skin Tonelight
      Type of Nail Polish Userregular/daily
      1 out of 5 stars.

      Texture changes

      2 years ago
      I bought this and the first time was so good i bought another colour. Just used last night for second time and its trash. Texture is like chewy caramel. Results were atrocious.
        • No,
        • I do not recommend this product.
        Helpful?
        AB
        Review 1
        Votes 0
        1 out of 5 stars.

        Did not deliver

        3 years ago
        I bought a couple of these b/c I loved the colour and price point. Unfortunately, the “Sprinkle, Sprinkle” colour went on super streaky, required multiple coats, and never fully dried. It became tacky and would move when touched even though I let it dry for 20 minutes before trying to do anything with my hands. I’m very disappointed, but glad that it wasn’t that much.
        • No,
        • I do not recommend this product.
        Helpful?
        Response from Sally Hansen:
        3 years ago
        Sally Hansen Consumer Affairs
        We appreciate you taking the time to try out the Insta Dri polish. We are sorry to hear this product applied streaky, never fully dried, and the texture became tacky; this is not the experience we hope for you to have. We value your feedback and will share it with our team. If you have any additional questions, please reach out to us. You can call us at 1-800-953-5080 or send an email via the Contact Us page on our website. We will be more than happy to assist you further.
        Sydney
        Review 1
        Votes 0
        1 out of 5 stars.

        It dries in 60 seconds but….

        3 years ago
        My mum and I have both had the same problem. Our nails are yellowing after removing the nail polish :( At first I thought it was only happening to my moms nails because hers are very fragile but mine are very strong and after two applications they are now yellowing too. :(
        • No,
        • I do not recommend this product.
        Helpful?
        Australia
        Review 1
        Vote 1
        1 out of 5 stars.

        Non-functional

        4 years ago
        I received this nail polish for Christmas. I have used Sally Hansen in the past and have had no issues, however this nail polish started to peel within 30 minutes of application. I am very disappointed and will have to throw it out as it is non-functional. I would not recommend this particular product.
        • No,
        • I do not recommend this product.
        Helpful?
        Montréal, Québec
        Review 1
        Votes 0
        1 out of 5 stars.

        Doesn't dry fast AT ALL and doesn't stay

        5 years ago
        This is honestly nail polish I own that takes the most time drying.. Nothing against the brand because I love the gel line but these are note good and don't last long for me. I guess for the price, I would suggest for you to buy one color to test it before buying 4 shades, and then you end up not liking the formula like me :(
        Helpful?
        Response from Sally Hansen:
        5 years ago
        Sally Hansen Consumer Affairs
        We're sorry to learn of your disappointment with our Insta-Dri Nail Polish. This is not the experience we want you to have with our products. Your feedback is very valuable to us, and will be shared with the appropriate teams. We are glad to hear that you like our Miracle Polish, and hope you continue to select and enjoy our Sally Hansen products. We recommend also using our Color Therapy or Complete Salon Manicure lines, if you have not. If you have any questions or further comments, please let us know. You can give us a call at 1-800-953-5080 or send an email via the Contact Us page on our website. We will be more than happy to help you out further.
        Lincoln, NE
        Review 1
        Votes 0
        1 out of 5 stars.

        Bad Quality

        5 years ago
        Would not recommend, nail polish would not come off of my fingers. Great colors though
        • No,
        • I do not recommend this product.
        Helpful?
        Response from Sally Hansen:
        5 years ago
        Sally Hansen Consumer Affairs
        We're sorry to hear that our Insta-Dri Nail Polish stained your fingers. This is not the experience we expect you to have, but we are glad to hear that you like the colors. Your feedback is very valuable to us, and will be shared with the appropriate teams. We hope you try another Sally Hansen nail polish. We recommend our nourishing Color Therapy line. It is formulated with Argan Oil, so it cares for your nails while you wear it. If this polish still does not work for you, or if you have any questions, please reach out to us. You can give us a call at 1-800-953-5080 or send an email via the Contact Us page on our website. We will be more than happy to help you out further.
        Montreal
        Review 1
        Vote 1
        Age65 or over
        GenderFemale
        1 out of 5 stars.

        Peel off ,

        6 years ago
        Peel off the first day, very disappointed . Bad purchase
          • No,
          • I do not recommend this product.
          Helpful?
          Bd5 0FM
          Review 1
          Votes 3
          1 out of 5 stars.

          WORST!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

          7 years ago
          This product is a nightmare......Never buy this you sill be shocked.
          • No,
          • I do not recommend this product.
          Helpful?
          gatineau QC
          Review 1
          Votes 3
          1 out of 5 stars.

          did not dry well

          7 years ago
          I've been buying Sally Hansen nail polish for years. This time with INSTA-DRI, I've been unlucky. I found it not as advertised.
          • No,
          • I do not recommend this product.
          Helpful?
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