Monday, December 4, 2017

Manicure Monday: Born Pretty One-Step UV Gel Polish in #6054

Disclaimer: The product mentioned in this post is given to me. I am not affiliated with the company nor getting paid to advertise the product. This post is written with my honest opinion.

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I am fortunate to work with Born Pretty.

Here are the products I got.  I already reviewed Born Pretty Peel Off Color Changing Nail Polish in #G001 Swan Lake (top left), Born Pretty UR SUGAR Water Decal in #101-104 (top right), and Born Pretty Color Crystal Rhinestone 3D Nail Art in Wheel (bottom left). For this post, I will review a gel polish on the bottom right.
Product Review: Born Pretty One-Step UV Gel Polish in #6054

Where to purchase: online at bornprettystore.com
Price: $2.99 for 5 mL

Description from the website:
Specification:
Quantity: 1 bottle
Capacity: approx. 5 mL
Color: as the pictures show

Package Contents:
1 Bottle 5 mL Born Pretty One-step UV Gel Polish

Feature:
100% new retail and high quality.
Suitable to apply on UV gel nails, acrylic nails and natural nails etc.
Help strengthen your nails with a durable shiny coat.
Perfect for both professional use and personal use.

Note:
Neither base coat nor top coat is needed.
Thoughts: When I first saw this online, I thought it was one of those gel polishes that you don't need UV light. I was wrong and I feel foolish that I cannot read! Before I got more into this polish, I had a friend try it instead of myself. This review will be based on what she said.
Here's a closer look at the color and brush. I cannot remember the width of the brush. I believe it was medium width but not 100% sure.
She applied two coats of Born Pretty One-Step UV Gel Polish in #6054.
Here's another look of the polish at a different angle.

Now for my overall opinion... First of all, I did not try this polish. I have extremely weak nails and for that reason, I try to avoid UV light. I just think it's not healthy but I could be wrong. Since I got this polish, I wanted to review it. I decided to ask my friend/co-worker who only does gel polishes. I thought she would be the best fit from experiences. She was kind enough to say yes. With that said, I did try it before realizing it's a gel polish. I realized it was a gel polish after it wouldn't dry on my nails. While applying, I noticed a strong scent. I'm not too sure what it smells like but I wasn't a fan. Also, I'm not too sure if all gel polishes have a distinct scent. Secondly, the packaging is small and simple. When I first received the polish, I was shocked how small it was. It reminded me the size of stamping polishes. Also, the polish comes in a white packaging. I'm guessing since it's a gel polish, it's to protect it from light but I could be wrong. I have never own or even pay attention to gel polishes. With that said, it's well-made and sturdy. The top also had a tight seal. I cannot remember if I felt the seal or not, but I knew it wouldn't open unless I opened it. For that reason, it's travel-friendly. Since it's so small, it's easy to throw in your purse, bag, and even your pocket. Third, the consistency is on the liquidity side. I'm not too sure if that's how gel polishes are supposed to be. I remember trying it the first time I got it. I would apply onto my nails and saw it fall to the sides. Then I waited for it to dry being the dumb person I am. That's how I learned it was a gel polish. From what my friend told me, it was easy to apply. You didn't need base and top coat. She applied one coat and put under the UV light. Then repeat again for the next coat. It's that easy. Fourth, the color is very sparkly. It'll make a great winter color, as well as, an accent color. Pigmentation-wise she said it was up there. It's not the most pigmented but two layers were good enough. Lastly, she told me it lasted the whole time she wore it. It was hard to remove. The manicurist had to sand it down. She told me she was impressed with the polish!

Pros:
* Gel polish.
* Small, simple packaging.
* Well-made and sturdy.
* Top has tight seal.
* Travel-friendly.
* Easy to apply.
* Don't need base and top coat.
* Sparkly.
* Great winter and accent color.
* Pigmented.
* Lasted the whole time on the nails.

Cons:
* Hard to find in stores.
* Has a strong scent.

Would repurchase: Yes.
Rating:  4.5/5 Tobey's Paws


Other Born Pretty products reviewed/swatch:
Nail Polishes
Stamping Plates/Tools
Water Decals
Black Butterfly
Black Feather
Black Flower Lacy
Black Rose
Blue Wings Butterfly
Cartoon Owl
Chinese Ink Painting
Feather
Line Flower
Triangle Diamond Shape
UR SUGAR Water Decal in #101-104
White Floral Pattern
Zipper in Silver


Born Pretty Store was kind enough to give me a code, "ALL91", for my readers. You get 10% off any purchases. I am not affiliated with the website. I will not get paid if you use the code. I do promise you though if more than 10 readers use the code, they will sponsor a giveaway or contest on my blog. I do not benefit from the giveaway/contest. It's all for my readers!

Disclaimer: The product mentioned in this post is given to me. I am not affiliated with the company nor getting paid to advertise the product. This post is written with my honest opinion.
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