I was lucky enough to be given a bottle (well I was actually given a few, but this is the only one truly worth a note!) of Avon’s upcoming Matte Nail Polish in Violetta at a press event yesterday and I have to say, this has already secured it’s place amongst my ‘must have’ nail polishes.
This beautiful metallic-matte purple really is an eye catcher. I normally don’t go for Matte finish polishes, choosing to use a Matte top coat instead to save a few pennies, but this really is worth shelling out for. The consistency is thick and applies really well. It dries in a flash, but (as with many Avon polishes) isn’t great on the chipping front but this can be avoided by finishing it off with a decent top coat. I’d recommend Rimmel’s Pro Matte Top Coat, as used in these photos (along with OPI Ridge filler and two coats of Violetta!)
The one downside? It is a nightmare to photograph. I think the first snap (with flash) captures it the best, showing it’s slight metallic quality.
The other colours in the range include a pretty navy (‘Inky Blue’) and a plain grey (‘Cement Grey’), but this is the only colour that really stands out as a must have to me. The Matte Nail Enamel collection is available from the 23rd December, priced at £6 each.
What’s the verdict girls? Will any of you be picking this up at Christmas?
Fleur x