Zoya Naturel Satins

Heya! It's been a while since I purchased a nail polish and posted a write-up (Lol! I know I got busy!). I missed you all! :(

Anyways, I have been eyeing the polish brand Zoya for a long time. Zoya claims that their nail polishes are long-wearing and toxin-free (organic) such that it is suitable even for pregnant women. Since organic nail polish is new to me, I got more intrigued and enticed to try it!

I checked out the website of the nail polish online store I am following in Instagram, polishplease, who sells Zoya nail polishes. Well not just Zoya but they have extensive nail polish brands that you will surely love!

I sighted their new arrival Zoya collection, the Naturel Satins. And oh boy, I got easily drawn and hit the purchase button immediately! I only got the minis though since I’ve never expended a regular bottle of nail polish (based on experience).

(L to R: Leah, Rowan, Tove, Brittany and Sage)

I was enticed by this collection because of its neutral shades! And according to Zoya, the formula is a hybrid between matte and glossy polishes and is not intended to be worn with a top coat.

I used natural lighting for all the photos. 

ROWAN
Suede Taupe Cream
Color Family - Nude
Intensity - Opaque

One Coat

Two Coats

Rowan, I can say is one of my favorites and most used in the collection. Application is effortless -- very smooth and creamy consistency!

LEAH
Lavender Tinged Taupe Cream
Color Family - Nude
Intensity - Opaque (2 coats)

One Coat

Two Coats 

Leah is my also one of my favorites, second to Rowan. 

BRITTANY
Rose Mauve Cream
Color Family - Pink
Intensity - Opaque (2 coats)

One Coat

Two Coats

Two coats are better. This color looks very feminine and it reminds me of cotton candy! :p

Brittany can be streaky on 1 coat. Application is not that easy though I think the color is nice.

TOVE
Misty Slate Grey Cream
Color Family - Blue
Intensity - Opaque

 One Coat

Already opaque in 1 coat.

Two Coats

 Very Opaque/thick in 2 coats.

Tove is very easy to apply and has one of the creamiest consistency.
It looks gray for me.

SAGE
Mossy sage green cream
Color Family - Green
Finish - Satin
Intensity - Opaque (if 2 coats) 

One coat

Different Angle - One Coat

Two Coats

This color is kinda tricky. First swatch goes sheer/watery then goes very opaque on second application. Sage also applies smoothly.

The finish of these polishes is satin (in between matte and glossy). Though some might think that it's odd. However, for me I like it as I am not quite into glossy/frosted finish.

Be also mindful in applying if you do not intend to put any top coat as this might get a bit streaky even though consistency is creamy (you can opt to put a top coat if you like).

Easiest/Smoothest to apply:

- Rowan, Tove & Sage

Creamiest consistency:

- Rowan & Tove

Sheer/Streaky:

- Brittany

My Favorites:

Rowan, Leah & Tove

Nonetheless, colors are very pretty, has creamy consistency and formula is quick drying [which I really love!]. It dries in about 2-3 minutes.

Packaging wise, I can say that it is sturdy as the glass is very thick and it is also frosted. Not sure what are the benefits of a frosted glass but, I like the look of it! It has a good quality brush applicator. I did not have any difficulty applying the polish.

Verdict:

Packaging - 5.0 / 5.0

Colors - 4.0 / 5.0

Brush - 5.0 / 5.0

Application - 4.5 / 5.0

Price - 3.5/ 5.0

Staying power - 4.0/ 5.0 

Price:

Regular bottle -  Php400.00/ea

Mini bottle -  Php250.00/ea

Purchased at:

www.polishplease.ph [Instagram: @polishplease_ph]

Retail Store

Props Tools & Cosmetics

2/F Fashion Village, Tiendesitas

Pasig City, Metro Manila, PH

Email: hello@polishplease.ph 

Marc Jacobs' Enamored Hi-Shine Nail Lacquer review

When my favorite nail polish blogger (not just a blogger but also a columnist in one of Philippines' top newspapers and a great writer too!), Pam Pastor (www.polishpolice.com), posted a blog about Marc Jacobs' first line of nail polish, I was going ga-ga while reading because the colors were really beautiful and that I wanted to buy them all!

Luckily, my boss was in the US for a business trip! I took the courage to ask her if I can order online at Sephora, deliver it to our US office and bring it with her to Manila. She then said YES. I was so excited to get my hands on these beautiful babies!!!

Then I finally have it! I decided to get the two colors that I like from the first line which are the Fluorescent Beige and Evelyn.

Marc Jacobs' Enamored Hi-Shine Nail Lacquer

They come in a cute small packaging which is looks like a square with smooth sides.

FLUORESCENT BEIGE

EVELYN  

Fluorescent Beige is described as iridescent light mauve pink. I put 2 coats on my nails below. It was love at first sight! It reminds me of weddings (since this is a great nail polish color to use for a wedding!) :)

With 2 coats and shot outdoor

Application brush.

I thought I was able to take a picture of me wearing Evelyn, but unfortunately I can't find any. Picture of it to follow. :P

Evelyn is described as opaque smoky gray. You can also wear this if you are feeling confident. I don't know why but dark and bold colors makes me feel one. :p

For the application brush, I am not that happy with it since I find that it has a tendency to shed. Though the application of the polish itself is quite smooth.

I bought these bottles for $18 each in Sephora's website.

Verdict:

Packaging - 4.0 / 5.0

Colors - 4.0 / 5.0

Brush - 3.0 / 5.0

Application - 3.5 / 5.0

Price - 3.5/ 5.0
Staying power - 4.0/ 5.0

I would want to try other colors as I have seen that there are new ones in Sephora! But currently, I am still finding a relative or friend in US going back here in Manila to save money on delivery, taxes, etc.

Has anyone of you tried Marc Jacobs' nail lacquers as well? I would love to know your thoughts on it by commenting below! 

Regards,