This is two coats followed by BECCA top coat. Unfortunately, it must not have been completely dry before I went to bed as there are imprints which spoil the finish somewhat! The polish went on easily. I had to be careful to wipe the brush off before applying though, as if the brush was overloaded, I found the polish could go on a little streaky. I found the brush easy to use but I do wish the handle was a little bigger.
As ever, I cannot offer any comments on the wear. I believe Illamasqua polishes are generally pretty good in terms of wear time. I have nothing similar in my collection to compare this colour to but I spotted a very interesting comparisons of Bacterium to Chanel Quartz from the Illusions d'Ombre de Chanel on The Swatchaholic. They're not dupes but they're quite similar when applied. This is certainly a useful comparison for anyone pondering the Chanel Autumn collection.
I think this might be my favourite ever polish. I get so many compliments when I wear it, it goes with everything and looks very polished.
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This is gorgeous! It reminds me of my fave Chanel polish, Trapeze which was LE a while back. I thought the other day that Quartz looked like a slightly darker version of it so I guess there's a similarity between the 3 of them.
ReplyDeleteDreading those Chanel polishes being released, I want them all!
Loveaudrey xxx
Very pretty! Neutral with a twist :)
ReplyDeleteLove this color - it is so unique! Thanks for posting :) xx
ReplyDeleteOoooh..lovely :) such a nice color!
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I get amazing wear from Illamasqua polishes. They last beautifully. I've been lusting after this color and now I'm seriously thinking about getting it.
ReplyDeleteLove this shade! I guess it's all about pearly colours at the moment for all the brands!
ReplyDeleteAs soon as I spotted that I wondered about a dupe to Chanel's Quartz, they do look awfully similar good eye, Jane!
ReplyDeleteYou have reminded me that I was meant to order this when I got the skin base foundation, I knew there was something else I needed to get! Oh well, it looks really nice. I had been wondering if it was like the Chanel one so thanks for posting that link, off to have a read x
ReplyDeleteIf Illamasqua nail polishes ever make their way into Toronto I'll be a gonner... right now I'm safe because I'm too cheap to pay shipping and duty taxes :) love this shade and the name.
ReplyDelete@Product Pixie: I'm pleased to hear you're another fan!
ReplyDelete@loveaudrey: The Chanel Autumn collection is definitely calling to me, my purse is already quaking!
@Ki: That's a perfect description!
@Makeup Magpie: You're welcome. I do wish I hadn't managed to get an imprint on it though!
@LittleMissSparkles: It's a really interesting colour, isn't it?
@MarciaF: I'd love to know what you make of it. I really wish I could get a manicure to last, I'm definitely rough on my hands!
@The Beauty Feelosophy: There do seem to be quite a few pearly finishes about.
@HDTM: I'm glad the link was useful. I thought the comparison was really interesting so I really wanted to share.
@Replica: Oh no! I think you'd really like this colour. I'm looking forward to the Chanel polishes coming out. Let's hope they don't sell out before I get a look in!
@Lucy: Ugh, duty taxes are such a pain! At least they're saving you from a spend out!
Jane x