Having accumulated a whopping (not really) £6 of Boots points I found myself pining after the new Barry M Gelly polishes. I was originally after Watermelon, but there were none left in stock and I walked away with the shade Grapefruit instead.
Grapefruit is actually a neon pink, brighter than I had initially expected. I can imagine I'll get a lot of use out of it when the sun starts shining, as it's a fab Summer shade. The brush in the bottle is the same narrow brush that I've seen in other Barry M polishes, which I like for a more precise application. Formula wise, it has a very thick, almost gloopy consistency and I actually found it a little bit tricky to apply without it appearing lumpy. With this shade you need at least two coats, as with one it appears streaky, which is disappointing for such a bright, in-your-face colour.
What really got to me about this polish was the drying time. I waited and waited, and waited some more and it still wasn't completely dry at two coats. I ultimately ended up with smudges and lines on each nail, which really affected the high-shine appearance it's supposed to provide. There was a lot of chipping after 24 hours, but I wouldn't rule out using it again as it does give a lovely gel-like effect when applied properly.
Have you tried out the Barry M Gelly polishes? What are your thoughts?
I've read very mixed reviews on these, will have to try them out myself! xo
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They're definitely worth a try as I do think they're lovely shades, but it's the drying time that puts me off!
DeleteSuch a gorgeous shade. I only have two so far.. I have to use my Sally Hansen Insta-Dri or I have to wait for an age :) xx
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Oooh I'll have to check that out, thanks Gemma :)
DeleteI love the sound of this colour and think the range looks fab. I can't stand it when polishes don't dry though, ruins the effect. I tend to do nails at night and wake up with smudges :) oops!
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I'm the same, I always end up with imprints from my hair too if I haven't left them long enough!
DeleteOoo this is a lovely shade for summer. I don't think I'd have the patience though... my nail polishes have to be dry within a minute or I smudge and ruin them haha!
ReplyDeleteI definitely don't, I like mine to be dry almost instantly haha!
DeleteI love the Gelly Hi Shines! I want this colour now to add to my collection!! :-) XX
ReplyDeleteI really like the look of Lychee :)
DeleteI love the colour but I'm so impatient when it comes to nail varnishes! xxx
ReplyDeleteThey could pose a problem if you're impatient but the colour range is so lovely!
DeleteI have been lusting after these ever since they came out, but have read so many mixed reviews about the formula being a pain, so I haven't picked any up just yet. The shades are gorgeous though, love this pink! x
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Yeah I think they're one of those products that you need to try for yourself before you make your mind up! x
DeleteThis is gorgeous! I've just bought Lychee and I love it, Think I'm gnna have to pick this one up too! xxx
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Wish I had grabbed Lychee, it looks gorgeous!
DeleteI find one coat is the way forward with these. it does dry quicker, also I use a fast drying top coat. x
ReplyDeleteI did plan on using one coat but this ended up a bit streaky. Whether that's down to my nail polish application though I'm not sure! x
DeleteI'm really keen to try these new polishes, but haven't heard many positive things about them :( x
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I love the finish of those polishes, I wish we had them in the states! I don;t think the drying time would work well with me though, I always smudge my nails xx - Boho Vanity
ReplyDeleteI love these polishes! bought another 3 today! haha. This pink is so pretty, it's my fav out the 4 I have xx
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