everything here is interactive: we set the defaults, you can change them. think a product has a different finish than the one shown? change it! want to track where you keep things ( location) or thoughts about the best nail polish base coat for this nail polish? write yourself a personal collection note, or tell the world in a review.
we’ve placed have / want / had icons everywhere you see a product, either on a picture, in a list (like on the brand or category pages), as well as at the top of individual product pages like this one for enamel nail polish - generation zen #699 by essie. add products to your makeup collection wherever you see these icons. once there, you can sort by category, have/want/have, or even build your own custom kits for further organizing.
Easy to Apply - how easy to apply did you find this product? |
Application - how did this product apply? |
Formula Thickness - how thick is the formula for this product? |
Durability - how durable is this product? |
Colour - does this product shift, or is it true to the pan/box/tube? |
Fast Drying - how quickly does this product dry? |
Bubbles - how bubble prone is this product? |
Chip Resistant - how chip resistant is this product? |
Value - how would you rate the value of this product overall? |
Prefer prose? A snappy summary of reviews for this charcoal grey hued nail polish so far: Reviewing the easy to apply category the current five suggests evaluating "how easy to apply did you find this product?" primarily lean applies itself. Feedback for the application category the current rating of four suggests reviewers responses to "how did this product apply?" mainly favor even. In the formula thickness category a rating of four suggests users & critics considering the question "how thick is the formula for this product?" are mildy towards thick. On the durability category an average total of four indicates replies to "how durable is this product?" mainly indicate long-lasting. Considering the colour category the rating of six is a sign that in response to the "does this product shift, or is it true to the pan/box/tube?" primarily favor true to colour.
at blushgarden, we think differently about reading and writing beauty product reviews. we believe product reviews should provide you with detailed information, let the writer quickly and easily share their thoughts, and be a fun experience for all. to achieve this, we provide a ratings scale for distinct criteria, alongside traditional written comments. this format gives reviewers a way to provide an in-depth review of the same specific aspects of a product, allowing you zero in on the criteria that are most important to you.
without the need for long-form written text, everyone saves time. don’t let us discourage you from waxing poetic if you are so inclined, some people are gifted writers and should share if they want to. we just want to encourage and provide great reviews without that particular barrier to entry.
as an example, one rating criteria for nail polish is formula thickness. formula thickness ranges from thin to thick. Thin might be a desired quality for you, while thick might be desired for someone else. there isn’t a right answer, only your opinion.
an added benefit to the scales is quickly seeing how a product might perform. you can identify that a product is rated highly for formula thickness without reading a lot of text. easily compare and evaluate similar products based on identical criteria. apples to apples, if you will.
we would honestly love to hear your feedback, if you have an idea for a new rating criteria, let us know! post in the feedback forum, or send us an email to .
Essie Envy @ KindraIt's opaque in 2 coats and is really beautiful and self-levelling. read the full review
The Happy Sloths @ Jasminethe formulation is perfectly pigmented and easy to work with. read the full review
a mauve-y taupe gray cream polish that provides flawless coverage, outstanding durability, and streak-free application in a chip-resistant formula. inclues an easy-glide brush that makes for quick, even application and fits every nail size. available in hundreds of fashion-forward shades in the most up-to-the-minute colors. all essie nail polishes are 3-free (dbp, toluene, and formaldehyde free). how to use: follow these simple steps for a perfect essie manicure or pedicure. step 1: hydrate cuticles and nails with apricot cuticle oil. step 2: clean nails with polish remover then prep with an essie base coat or primer. step 3: apply 2 thin coats of generation zen. step 4: seal, protect, and add shine with an essie top coat. essie pro tips: always remember to wrap polish along the tip of the nail with every step to prolong the wear. also, you can further extend the life of your nail polish by applying a thin layer of top coat every two days after your manicure. this will re-stabilizes the polish to further prevent chips, as well as refresh the shine.