The Arsenal – Olan Quick & Slick Top Coat
I get a lot of questions and comments regarding the tools and treatment products I use to keep my nails healthy and in tip top shape. Since my routine changes as I test new products, I’ve launched, The Arsenal, to share with you the items that are “must haves” in my nail kit.
For as long as I can remember, Seche Vite and Poshe have been staples in my top coat collection. When it comes to quick dry, they are the gold standard BUT (and that’s a very big “but”) the major complaint has always been the thick, tricky-to-apply consistency that only gets thicker as you work your way down the bottle. Sure that’s what Seche Restore is for but what if there was a product that worked just as well without that issue? Fanatics, I’ve found it! Olan Labs Quick & Slick.
My uber-fab eyebrow waxer recommended this top coat to me a while back and I bought a bottle on the spot but let it sit in my to-be-tried box for way too long. I finally cracked it open a couple months ago when I was short on time, low on Seche Vite and not in the mood to add Seche Restore. Well color me impressed!
Quick & Slick is 3-Free, non-yellowing and quick drying. It leaves a high gloss shine and the thin, self-leveling formula applies like a dream I’m about halfway through my bottle and there’s not a sign of those telltale strings from thickening when I pull out the brush. In my opinion it’s pretty comparable to Lippmann Addicted to Speed except it’s less than HALF the price!
You can purchase Quick & Slick directly from the OlanLabs.com website for $7.95. There’s even a trial size for $2.95. I’m sure if you search online you’ll find other e-tailers but I purchased mine at John Robert’s Spa in Mayfield Heights. p.s. if you’re in Cleveland and looking for a waxer/esthetician see my girl Abby. She’s phenom!
Have any of you tried Quick & Slick before? What do you think of it?
So… I am a bit confused (sorry), would you just use this one product then on top of the polish – not a top coat AND quick dry?
I just ordered some. Based on your description alone, I have to have it. I love my SV, but that thickening is a PITA.
I need to order this product! I was under the impression that SV was not Big 3 free, I thought it had Toululene (or however you spell it), thus, I have never used itbut have been curious.
I love the concept of the quick dry – but the problem I seem to have with all of them except SV (Out the Door, various SH's, Poshe) is that they crack the polish after only a couple of days – regardless of whether it's just the polish or full mani (bc/polish/tc). Has anyone else had this? I'd love to try the Olan – I love SV, but it is tough to work with… Thanks!!
Thanks for the tip. I am currently in love with my Revlon Topspeed topcoat. It's cheaper (about $4 bucks), and is a thin consistency so it applies quick and easy. It also leave a super shine to my nails. And in a minute or two the polish is totally dry and I can go about my day. Have you tried it before?
I have been using Quick & Slick for a while now, and I absolutely LOVE it! It can even be reapplied in between mani's to freshen & protect the polish- it's a great product, AND- no thickening like Seche.
this is really helpful! thanks! I'm still mad it took me so long to discover Seche Vite. I just wish I could find it in a store instead of just online.
Jennifer – I'm not sure what you mean? Are you applying two top coats? A regular top coat and a quick dry top coat? Or just quick dry drops? You can always use the drops/spray to speed up the process but with Quick & Slick you really don't need it.
The Pretty Brown Girl – Oh cool, I hope you love it. I'm with you. I love SV but the thickening drives me batty.
Anon – I believe you are right about SV. I'd have to check the label to be sure.
Anon #2 – I've never experienced cracking before. Is it all over the nail or only in certain spots? It's it big cracks or small ones?
Lola – I haven't tried the Revlon but based on your recommendation I definitely will. Thanks!
Anon #3 – Thanks for adding your 2 cents. I'm glad you like it as much as I do.
Beana – I believe all Sally Beauty Supply stores carry Seche Vite. I know mine do. They carry Poshe as well.
do you find that quick & slick makes a manicure last long? how does it compare to seche or poshe? thanks for the review!
I get hairline cracks all though the nail – since I usually use shimmer polishes, not creme, I'm not sure they're visible to anyone else, but I can see and feel them. Thanks for any suggestions!
I always love hearing about new quick dry top coats. Sounds like this one is a great one to try!
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