This nail polish ends the search of the perfect black creme for me. It is not the 'blackest' black I've seen, but I love the way that it looks on me. It leans grey and it is more of a crelly, so it is not pitch black. I think it's super classy and the gloss is just amazing. This was really easy to apply and that says a lot for a black, no clean up needed. It did not stain my nails or my skin upon removal. Love it.