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Thursday 24 July 2014

Gosh Holographic Hero



Holographic Hero by Gosh was one of the most anticipated re-releases of it's time when it hopped back on the shelf a few years ago. Though, I believe, most people were left a little disappointed, not only had the polish changed in formula but the holographic look just wasn't the same. I really can't tell you whether that's true or not, I'm just going off what I've read in previous posts on holographic hero.

The first time I saw this swatched I fell in love. The beautiful holographic shimmer that brought a stunning rainbow to your nails (in a good light) is what sold me. And for only £3.99 it was a good price. I believe, when Gosh released this they had in mind that it would only be a 24 hour polish that shows on the lid of the bottle. I have a lot going on during the day, but it lived up to it's 24 hour mark and more, lasting a good 48 hours before starting to chip. I'm not going to lie and say it's the best formula in the world (I love my creamy nail lacquer), it's a little on the thin side and due to being holographic it's on the sheer side, therefore takes a good 3/4 layers to achieve full-coverage and unless completely dry it can look somewhat streaky when applying another coat  Holographic wise, it's not at all on the same level has Chanel' holographic polish (which I saw on Ebay for £100 - omg!) But nevertheless still a very pretty polish and a nice enough finish, the holographic comes alive in certain lights but mainly sunlight. I tried to catch it the best I can on the photo's, feel free to click picture to enlarge.

A small tip is to apply a dark polish before holographic, this will achieve the same look using less polish. This goes for two toned polishes too that tend to be on the sheer side.

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24 comments:

  1. This looks so pretty! I love holo polishes, Born Pretty do some lovely ones in gorgeous shades :)

    Jess xo

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    1. I've never shopped at Born Pretty, shall definitely take a look at them! X

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  2. This shade is pretty and even I like holo nail paints

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  3. Hello lovely, thank you for the wonderful comment on my blog, I really appreciate it! :)

    Great post, this looks so pretty, love anything that shines!!

    I have a new outfit post, would love to know your thoughts:

    http://electricsunrise.blogspot.co.uk/

    xoxoxoxox

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    1. You're more then welcome. I will take a look in a little while - lots of catching up to do x

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  4. Such a nice color!:)Keep in touch xoxo

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  5. Oh my gosh, this is a gorgeous and it looks pretty flawless on! Shame that it took 3-4 layers to look that way.

    Olivia xxx Beauty from the Fjord

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    1. With a dark base coat you could get away with two. I'll try it and let you know :) x

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  6. that is SO pretty!

    from helen at thelovevcatsinc.com

    ps. my cute Dahlia coat giveaway worth £80 ends soon! click here!

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    1. I still haven't checked your giveaway out, been slacking with the blog! x

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  7. It's beautiful :o

    www.bitofeverythingblog.co.uk

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    1. Isn't it just? In sunshine it's completely beautiful x

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  8. Oh wow this sounds amazing - I love holographic things, like Jess said above.. I have a couple of polishes from Born Pretty which are holographic coloured polish xx

    Gemma // Miss Makeup Magpie

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  9. I can imagine this colour looking perfect on a night out with a dress and heels! :)

    Thanks for sharing

    Kat
    xx
    (http://www.katlast.com)

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    1. And a little holographic clutch. I couldn't agree more x

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  10. Oooh this is such a pretty polish. I didn't try it last time it was out so as long as it stayed on my nails for at least 24 hours, I think I'd be happy with it. It looks great, love the little leopard print nail too :)

    Juyey xx

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    1. It's a great polish for going out, with the lasting time. I only wish it lasted longer. Thank you, it's not the best leopard print I've done, it was really thrown together xx

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