Does not contain alcohol, parabens, acetone, phthalates, toluene, formaldehyde, formaldehyde resin, camphor, xylene, ethyl tosylamide, triphenyl phosphate or gluten). No basecoat application needed. Apply 1 to 2 coats directly on to your nails followed by iba breathable argan oil top coat or iba perfect matte top coat as desired for healthy, long lasting nail color experience.