I was excited to try this polish so I picked up 2 colours for $4.99 USD each. I chose to try out Pinky Swear first. It’s a lovely light pink with peach undertones. No top coat is required for this polish, I also did not use a base coat either.
I had a difficult time with this particular colour. It took three coats and I still was getting streakiness. I also had a lot of bubbling after it dried. I wasn’t completely thrilled with the finish.
The next day I had significant chipping. I was expecting to get a week’s worth of wear with this polish. I tried Stay Classy next and I used a base coat this time. This colour applied better and almost had full opacity with one coat. I applied two. I was not thrilled with the finish of this one either although I love the colour.
Even with a base coat it seemed to accentuate all that is wrong with my nails, after 24 hours of wear I had no chipping but very significant tip wear. I also don’t see the high shine I would be expecting with a gel polish. I wanted to love this polish but it’s just an okay polish for me, going forward I’ll use a topcoat to get the shine and longevity I’m looking for.
Just my two Canadian cents... 
Zovesta
Oh man, that really sucks. =( Their normal nail polish is just fine for me, but I’ve never tried these. Sorry they didn’t work out!
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Smidg
Peeling polish – quick swipe with nail polish remover on bare nail before application of first product. It removes surface moisture and oils so your product sticks.
Bubbles – coats are too thick or reapplied too soon.
Nail imperfections – ridge filler!
I used to have the same issues when doing my nails at home. Now regardless what type of polish I use they’re perfect every time. (unless I go to bed before they are dry lol) There is a product for nail prep but polish remover works just as well and costs less. The best thing by far is ridge filler! Makes your nails smooth as glass.
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Little Big Year
Thanks for the tips!! I own several hundred bottles of polish and this one just wasn’t up to par for me. Essence The Gel is a much better and cheaper formula that is excellent and long wearing!
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