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Tuesday 31 January 2012

Mattifying Nail Polish - Review

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In my recent post on my ELF Haul I mentioned that I purchased the Matte Finisher ClearNail Polish. This is currently in the sale here for £1. I bought it because I've been lusting after something like this for a while, it seems like such an easy way to freshen up old colours.

It works as a topcoat to change your regular glossy, shiny finish to a matte finish, and comes with built in Vitamin E for strength.

I used it on these nail polishes (I tried to go for a variety of colours):

On one hand, I painted over the colours with the ELF Matte Polish, and with the other hand I used my trusty Seche Vite topcoat. I wasn't sure whether I'd actually see a difference what with using a £1 product, but I'm actually quite happy with the results!

Here they are, pre-mattification (yes, I made that up):

Oh and a quick apology for the state of my nails. I am losing the nail-biting battle. :( :(


And after!


Comparison photos:




It would also look really cute in a French manicure style. Unfortunately my wee bitten nails (sadface) are too short for this right now, so here's how it would look with falsies. I'm using these polishes:

Tragically I have two Chanel Black Satins and I have lost them both so I refuse to buy another - Asda will do!! =p

These were both taken without flash, but at different areas of my room (I have spotlights in my room). The gold has a matte body and a glossy tip, and the black has a glossy body and a matte tip. They actually look more effective in person, I think it's quite an unusual look!

So what do you think? A nice way to add a little something extra to your own polishes? A serious bargain at £1?! Or is the matte look not for you?
Let me know!


~ Lauren ♥

15 comments:

  1. I actually have this but haven't used it yet! I need to go and dig it out lol xx

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    1. It does exactly what it says in the tin, well worth the money! =p

      ~ Lauren <3

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  2. I bought this and used it at the weekend, it looks really good on nude and mint nail varnish!

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    1. Oooh, I shall need to try these shades out! Right now I still have each finger a different colour lol. =p

      ~ Lauren <3

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  3. This is something Ive been debating over getting for ages. Think its a must now! Matte nails look FAB, great post xx

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    1. You seriously can't go wrong for £1!!

      ~ Lauren <3

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  4. How unusual, I'm gonna have to get some and try myself. Love the French manicure idea :) xx

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    1. Yeah, I defo want to try that properly once I've grown my nails (hahah)!

      ~ Lauren <3

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  5. I almost bought this the other day but didn't end up buying anything from ELF in the end - regretting that now!
    Like you said, I think it'd be a great way to reuse old nail polishes that have got a bit boring! x

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    1. Oh there's so many good things from ELF! Next time there's a free shipping code, I thoroughly recommend it. The stuff is so cheap and great quality!

      ~ Lauren <3

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  6. I bought this the other week and still haven't even tested it out!
    Froom this post it looks promising though :) x

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    1. Defo try it, it's a great way to update your look quickly!

      ~ Lauren <3

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    2. I NEED to have this. I didn't realise there was this type of product. I love matte finish.

      Thanks!
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    3. No worries! It's a really good idea isn't it? I've been experimenting with it lots!

      ~ Lauren <3

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  7. I am always one for having really shiney nails and added a little sparkle but your nails look brilliant, especially in the photo comparing the 2, brilliant! I may have to buy this with my next order, just to give it a go

    xxx

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