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playing in paradise
playing in paradise
a vivid violet , plant-based nail polish with magenta undertones
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5 out of 5 stars.
Mind bending colour!
3 years ago
The formula is excellent in that it is the perfect consistency, self levelling and has surprisingly quick dry time, much quicker than the regular Essie polishes. It is also nicely pigmented, non streaky and offers full opacity in two coats. The shade Make The Move is described as a 'deep earthy plum-toned purple' however it appears more of a brown colour with a hint of purple, in full sun the purple is more noticeable. It is a really unique, unusual shade and I have nothing else like it in my collection. I think it is very much of a marmite shade and a grower.
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5 out of 5 stars.
Fabulous colour - as always!!
3 years ago
I received my new favourite shade of green from the 'Love' range and it's got the best name ever - 'doin' my best'. And, to be fair, it does what it says in the name. The colour is even better after the second coat, and is perfectly complimented by the consistency and shine that makes the product easy to use, and with great results! I love the 'Love' range, (along with all the original colours of course!) and the quality of the product. There's only one problem I can find.... now I'm going to have to look forward to trying ALL the other colours as well!!
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5 out of 5 stars.
Great polish
3 years ago
I've been sent 2 nail polishes from the obsessies app to try. The first 1 is a 80% plant based nail colour doin' my best.
It's a beautiful teal colour.
it looks great on 1 minute it looks more blue the other more green I really like it.
80 % plant based but still the same quality as regular polish, it lasted all week which is what I expected and was easy to apply. I would definitely purchase this myself
The second is a Stay longer clear high shine top coat that protects your varnish from chips for upto 7 days it's quite quick drying and leaves a beautiful high shine which I liked. I often use nail transfer stickers so need a good top coat. I'm very happy with both of these nail varnishes.
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5 out of 5 stars.
LOVE the new LOVE collection
3 years ago
I loved trying out the new 80% plant based formula - it’s brilliant and feels pretty much indistinguishable from the regular Essie formula! I have the shade ‘Make the move’, and it’s a gorgeous dark purple with grey hues, really delicious. Love the packaging too - the LOVE logo is really pretty and the different shade brush top/lid is so aesthetically pleasing (and I imagine is made from recycled plastic - win!). How amazing that a nail polish could be made from 80% plant sources like sugar cane, corn and cotton - so clever. Surely the future of nail varnish?!
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5 out of 5 stars.
Stunning collection!
3 years ago
I am very impressed by the new plant based range, I believe essie is the first to come up with something like this? I was reading about the new collection online and omg it's so environmentally friendly! What amazed me is the fact that the formula is derived from sugarcane, corn, and cotton. Even the bottle itself is made from 25% recycled glass. Hats off to essie for making such an outstanding collection!
The colours are amazing too, I hope more colours get added to the collection. It felt great that the nail polish didn't have any nasty chemicals or the usual ingredients that are found in any nail polish. as always, the application was a breeze, the colour was very pigmented, and the base/top coat did a fantastic job at prolonging wear time.
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5 out of 5 stars.
Fast drying and it lasts !
3 years ago
I received the self love pink along with the base and top coat.
Firstly I was impressed with the brush. It made application very easy and smooth.
I love the colour. The polish is easily applied and the top coat gives your nails a fabulous shine. In fact, my daughter, thought it was gel polish.
Lastly but most importantly, the polish stayed on with no chipping or flaking. I washed up and everything and it lasted a week. Very impressed and looking forward to collecting more colours.
Thank you Essie.
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5 out of 5 stars.
Love it!
3 years ago
I was absolutely blown away with the fact that this nail polish is 80% plant based! It definitely stands out as it do not have that slightly unpleasant smell which some nail varnishes have. This nail polish has really easy, smooth application, and colour is amazing. It has subtle shine, which I like. I strongly recommend layering this Love nail polish together with a base and top coat, I think it does make a difference in order to protect it and last longer.
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5 out of 5 stars.
Doin my best is key to success
3 years ago
I was lucky to try the lovely duo set of 2 beautiful colours of doin my best and a love by essie top coat and base. the fact it's 80 % plant based really impressed me and the four of doin my best was a lovely shade. it lasted for days and people complimented me on the shade. the top base was the perfect supplement to keep my nail colour going for longer! Both were out shiners for me and smashed it out the park in the sense of being up to 85 % plant based.
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5 out of 5 stars.
Vibrant beautiful colour
3 years ago
I’m so happy I was chosen to test Love collection - I love it. Colour is so vibrant, looks beautiful on nails, I had so many compliments. People was asking me about this colour. So easy to apply, nice brush, only two coats is enough to bring lovely colours. After all i applied top coat and nails looks more shiny- same like from nail salon! Amazing.
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4 out of 5 stars.
Lovely colour
3 years ago
I love this shade, it's such a nice colour, the formula dries really fast and looks nice and shiny but I found it difficult to apply. The brush seemed too wide and square so I found it hard to apply the polish in the lower corners and struggled to get a nice neat line around the cuticle. Perhaps with a bit more practice I could do better, or if I try using a smaller brush instead. I loved the colour I just found it really difficult to make it look neat with the brush supplied.
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4 out of 5 stars.
Lovely colour
3 years ago
I absolutely loved the colour I received to test. It didn’t need many coats to get the colour and it dried quite quickly too. I didn’t feel like it easily chipped aswell. I definitely would recommend this from the Essie collection for future purchases.
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5 out of 5 stars.
Beautiful colour
3 years ago
This nail polish is such a beautiful colour that's perfect for spring and summer. It's easy to apply, dries quickly and it lasts quite well . I love it so much that I'm going to buy the rest of the shades in this collection.
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5 out of 5 stars.
Fantastic formula and colour
3 years ago
I tried the shade ‘make the move’ and it is a beautiful mauve that is very flattering and quite unique. The plant-based formula is fantastic, it applies evenly and effortlessly,”. I do apply a second coat but honestly it’s not necessary, especially if you are following with a clear topcoat. The polish lasted very well, with no chips or peeling for quite a few days. I absolutely love this new Essie line and would highly recommend it.
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4 out of 5 stars.
Surprised!
3 years ago
Got to try the green one and I didn't have high hopes but omg I was wrong! It lasted as long as a normal nail polish. It lasted for over a week and less than 2weeks. Ease of application and coverage was really nice. love the brush as well. Only downside it wasn't as shiny as I wanted or gel like (which tbf didn't state it would be) but its just my preference. Overall decent and performs just as well as a normal nail polish.
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5 out of 5 stars.
Essie LOVE collection
3 years ago
I am a huge lover of Essie and I was. dry excited at the prospect of 80% natural nail polish. I love that it has no nasties and the colour itself is so lovely. A perfect warm, nude purple. It looks classic on my olive skin, like a nude but just more pizzazz. The wearability is great also. Paired with the top coat, my nails lasted well and left a great shine too. I will be checking out more of this collection!
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5 out of 5 stars.
Can't find a better formula than this!
3 years ago
First of all, the application is super smooth and easy, which is wonderful since I tend to paint my nails quite messily. It dries down really fast so you do not have to worry about accidentally smudging it within ten minutes of applying it. They actually also last a while and don't chip as easily as the rest of my nail polishes, meaning more value for money which is essential right now aha!
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5 out of 5 stars.
Lovely colour, opaque formula and plant-based!
3 years ago
Looking for a new nail polish I noticed a new Essie range in Superdrug. Essie is my go to so I had to try one of these. I chose 'get it girl', a rich, slightly dusty pink. This polish is excellent. It covers in one coat but to a richer, deeper colour in two. It is glossy and bright. And it's plant based and is better for your nails. I'm now looking at the other colours!
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4 out of 5 stars.
Durable and long lasting polish
3 years ago
I love that this nail polish is 80% plant based and yet it lasts as normal polish, is high quality and durable.
This shade is gorgeous, bright and suits to so many outfits.
The application is easy and comfortable, the applicator brush covers nails very good and does not leave any lines.
Overall I’m pleased with the quality and durability. I would recommend.
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5 out of 5 stars.
Love!
3 years ago
The shade doin' my best is a gorgeous teal green. It's highly pigmented and two coats give a beautiful rich colour and shine. The application is super easy due to the larger sized brush and it's easy to coat the nail in a couple of swipes.
I love that this collection is 80% plant based. It also didn't have a strong fragrance when applying, which was nice.
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5 out of 5 stars.
Gorgeous color
3 years ago
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] I rarely wear nail color, but I had to try this beautiful color. It is so gorgeous and it goes on so smoothly. I love the shape of the brush and the overall consistency and formula of this polish is sublime. I have never used this brand before and I am so glad I did! As someone who never wears nail color, I may have to change my mind and start using Essie more often. This color is so pretty, perfect pastel for spring. It reminds me of fresh lilacs in bloom, which is one of my most favorite things in the world! Thank you, Essie!
Yes, I recommend this product.
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5 out of 5 stars.
Beautiful loves!
3 years ago
I was sent these to review. A top/base coat, which was clear, made my nails super glossy, and protected from staining. It also made my nails look healthy when worn on its own. I also got a gorgeous grey/teal colour, called 'doin my best'. It's a beautiful colour, perfect for every day, and after 1+ week of wearing it, it has minimal chipping. Both great!
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5 out of 5 stars.
Perfection
3 years ago
I received this a few weeks ago and I’ve not stopped using it since! I absolutely love it. The formula is beautiful and coverage amazing. Two coats and your ready to go. The shade was also the most dreamy dark pink nude I’m just in love! I work in construction and two coats and a top coat of the 7 day Essie top coat and it lasts all week no chips etc!
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4 out of 5 stars.
In line with other essie products, good quality
3 years ago
I wouldn't know it was different to the non-plant-based line! The formula was very easy to apply and was opaque in 2 coats with good self-levelling. The bottle looks great amongst the collection, the cap makes it stand out just enough. The brush is a good shape and width to paint the whole nail with minimal strokes.
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4 out of 5 stars.
Fab shade
3 years ago
I totally love the shade of this nail polish. It is so bright and shiny and is so easy to apply. It also dried very quickly. I didn’t give it 5 stars as it started snipping in about 2 days, I would’ve loved to have been longer lasting. I’ll try applying and overcoat.
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5 out of 5 stars.
Beautiful colour
3 years ago
Impressed with the new, plant based, LOVE nail polish. The colour is beautiful, it’s a true creme, with good coverage in one coat. It’s easy to apply and I love the brush! Stayed put for a good few days despite my constant hand washing and disinfecting.
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4 out of 5 stars.
Nice colour
3 years ago
I really liked this polish. The colour is stunning, right up my street. Good consistency & good brush making it easy work to paint on. Drys quickly too. Was easy to remove later. Very nice addition to my collection.
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4 out of 5 stars.
gorgeous opaque color
3 years ago
i have had one of the Love nail vanishes for a while now. I absolutely love love lovee the color and how opaque it is. However, after only 1-2weeks the nail polish started to weirdly separate in the bottle
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Carrollton,Tx
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5 out of 5 stars.
Beautiful color !
3 years ago
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] I am loving this nail color ! I am happy to see that this is top 8 free (formaldehyde, etc) much better for the environment and for us ! The odor is much less noticeable than traditional nail polishes . I did two coats and I suggest a top coat as well if you want it to last even longer. It did not start to chip until at least a week in (without a top coat ) and I also wash my hands a lot so I attribute it chipping to this as well. Overall I am very satisfied with this new Essie line
Yes, I recommend this product.
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4 out of 5 stars.
Absolutely love it!!!
3 years ago
I was gifted this shade and I absolutely love it! Glides very well on the nails.
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Butterflyqween89
Sacramento,Ca
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5 out of 5 stars.
Playing in Paradise purple
3 years ago
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] This Love: Playing in Paradise purple by Essie is the perfect pop of purple for the season. Soft purple with a slight tint of magenta goes great on hands and toes. I like that the regular strong scent of polish, isn't as overwhelming in this vegan and 8 free formula. I applied 2 coats, which us definitely all you need and it dried in regular time. I did have some chipping within the first few days as normal nail polish does without a top coat.
Yes, I recommend this product.
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tcarter
Astoria, NY
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5 out of 5 stars.
Cute shade and long lasting nail polish
3 years ago
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] First and foremost, the shade itself is stunning. The lilac purple color strikes the perfect balance between soft and vibrant. It's a versatile color that looked great when i used it for both casual and formal occasions. The polish dries relatively quickly, saving me time. I appreciate that I don't have to wait too long for it to set. It lasts impressively well, with minimal chipping or wear for several days. I would recommend it.
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Chay
Dover, PA
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5 out of 5 stars.
LOVE
3 years ago
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] This LOVE Playing in Paradise by ESSIE nail polish is so pretty! I've been wearing this nail polish for about a week and a half and it's still on my nails. I've done dishes, washed my hair, done some work in my garden and the nail polish is still holding on strong. It's such a pretty light lavender shade of purple that I absolutely love and last long. I will be buying every single color for sure! I highly recommend it.
Yes, I recommend this product.
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4 out of 5 stars.
Lavender
3 years ago
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] This essie - LOVE: playing in paradise nail polish is a very pretty shade of light purple or lavender. I do believe you need at least two coats to get full coverage as one coat left a few bare spots on my nails. The odor is pretty powerful even in a well ventilated room. I do like that it is made with plant-based ingredients, although I don’t know what non-plant-based ingredients other nail polishes use.
Yes, I recommend this product.
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3 out of 5 stars.
I had high expectations...
3 years ago
Ok, positives first. I like the colour. In the bottle it's a cool toned muted plum shade called '130 - Make The Move'. A darker colour than I would usually pick up myself, I prefer more nude pinks and blush shades personally.
As this polish is quite a thin, drippy formula one coat on my nails leaves streaks and patches where the polish has gathered therefore the colour isn't uniform across the nail. This can be rectified somewhat by allowing to dry then applying a second or even third coat if preferred but Ike I say I'm not particularly a fan of dark shades on my nails, and adding coats darkens the colour on the nails.
The scent I found very, very strong maybe even stronger than usual with my other Essie polishes. I really don't like how overpowering it is.
I absolutely adore the fact that Essie have introduced an a (almost completely) plant based range!! It was time and it was needed and seeing as Essie are possibly my favourite nail care brand it's great news for me. Cruelty-free and sustainability are top priorities regarding my choice when looking for new products to purchase. So introducing an 80% (let's get it to 100%) plant based product is heading in the right direction.
So overall, the reason for 3 stars? I had high expectations when first hearing about Essie launching a plant based collection as they are a brand that creates great quality nail products but I am disappointed in the polish I tried. Just the intense scent and drippy formula didn't work for me and they are two of the 'checklist' points I consider with nail polishes. Saying that I'm looking at trying some of the lighter blush shades soon to see how they fair because I can't just write off the collection after one negative experience can I?! Will update accordingly.
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4 out of 5 stars.
Smooth and vibrant
3 years ago
Colour is vibrant, goes on smoothly with the perfectly sized brush. Will be lovely for the summer!
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5 out of 5 stars.
Unique colour and easy application!
3 years ago
I received this polish and absolutely love the colour, I haven’t seen anything like it before with the same undertones. A really wearable dark neutral. The application is really smooth and easy, and the wear time is the same as most dark colours - cannot get 7 days no chips but maybe around 4/5 and I would be ready to repaint after a week.
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5 out of 5 stars.
Pretty Color
3 years ago
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] My favorite color is purple so when I found out I would be recieving this shade of nail polish for reviewing purposes I was excited. The nail polish dries really quick and doesn't chip easily. Also color once it's dried is so pretty. I highly recommend this brand for any one looking for good nail polish with a variety of different shades.
Yes, I recommend this product.
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5 out of 5 stars.
Great colour and coverage
3 years ago
I have been using the new love collection for a couple of weeks now. I've got to say it's the best nail polish I have used for a long time. The colour selection is good and the coverage is great. It is a very hard wearing polish with not needing to many touch ups. The price point is great and not to expensive and the packaging is nice.
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