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Lou's avatar

Great review, thanks. I've been looking for a gel alternative for years now, with nothing coming close...sounds like this could be a game changer. I feel the celeb shade names is an odd choice though...a bit dated? Maybe just me!

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British Beauty Blogger's avatar

It's been done so many times so I agree. I'm finding the pastel shades look more 'gel' than the brights so if you're going bright, try three coats.

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Lou's avatar

Thank you, so helpful! Great to have you on Substack - I've been reading BBB for years ❤️

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British Beauty Blogger's avatar

Thank you so much!!

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Jen Baden Howard's avatar

Oh, I really love this formula too! I know exactly what you mean about the thickness replicating the gel cured look. 💅🏻

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British Beauty Blogger's avatar

Yes - it seems to be a better effect on the paler shades.

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Jen Baden Howard's avatar

Now that’s really interesting – I bought some stronger ones and I did have the most success I think with Dakota, the really lovely creamy pale pink? 💗

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British Beauty Blogger's avatar

I’ve tried several and the lilac seems to be the best one imho :-)

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Jen Baden Howard's avatar

ps: just had a builder gel mani and went red, wishing I’d gone with my gut and had a creamy pastel! Overthought it!!

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Jen Baden Howard's avatar

Oooh love the idea of that!

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Gill O’Shea's avatar

I went straight out and bought the coral shade today and it's already on my nails! I cannot believe how easy it was to apply - I didn't even need to tidy up any of my usual splodges! Now to see how many days I get out of it before it chips. If it last a few days this will be a total game changer for me.

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Nic from The Glitter Cult's avatar

Thanks for the review! I've been eyeing these but haven't pulled the trigger yet.

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Galina AP's avatar

Jane, how do you remove it?

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Alison Jenkins's avatar

Came here to ask the same

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British Beauty Blogger's avatar

Normal remover :-)

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Galina AP's avatar

Jane, thank you, will give it a go based on your recomendation

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Galina AP's avatar

🙌🏼 Alison

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British Beauty Blogger's avatar

Normal polish remover

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