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Monday, April 6, 2015

Review and Swatches of Select Glam Polish Cast A Spell Part 3: The White Witch Collection Shades

Hi Everyone! Remember me? It has been nearly two months since I last sat down to write a post. First, let me start out by apologizing for my sudden disappearance. Someone very close to me passed away leaving me feeling empty and wanting to spend time surrounded by family and friends. Something as simple as cuddling on the couch with my bf to watch TV suddenly became a bigger priority than making one more swatch or writing one more post. I realized just how much time I had been sacrificing for this hobby instead of making time for people in my life. I couldn't even bring myself to go into my polish room and simply paint my nails. They were 'naked' for more than a month and believe it or not, that somehow feels like an accomplishment. Each day I kept telling myself that tomorrow I would get back to swatching/blogging, but the days came and went and my nails remained bare. I finally started going back into the polish room a few weeks ago, first to file/reshape and recondition by then broken and dry nails. Then I would go in, look at some gorgeous polish and walk out. The next day I went just to look through the stamping plates. Baby steps! Finally I had the guts to not only polish, but also photograph my shaky hand. Today I sit here writing this post and trying to decide if I've said too much, but hoping it will explain my disappearance. Does this mean I'm back to full time blogging? No, and I don't think I ever will be, but hopefully some blogging is better than none!

To say that this review is overdue is quite an understatement. The beautiful Glam Polish Cast a Spell Part 3: The White Witch collection launched in early March with perfect glittery pastel shades. Rachel, the mastermind behind Glam Polish, has been incredibly understanding about the delay although my feeling of guilt remain. Hopefully you will also forgive the delay and enjoy these swatches as much as I've been enjoying wearing these lacquers and making them my foray back into the world of polish...


The five beautiful shades that I have for review today all have a very similar formula so I will discuss it upfront and avoid repeating myself. They consist of a jelly/crelly base loaded with holographic shimmer and glitter. These lacquers are easy to apply and have a great formula. For full coverage, I used a thin first coat and a slightly thicker second coat. The holographic glitters sparkle and bling more than these photos show and I tried my best to do them justice. Swatches of all these shades are with a top coat...

Enchanted





Swatch Details
Brand: Glam Polish
Collection: Cast A Spell Part 3: The White Witch Collection
Color Name/Number: Enchanted
Number of coats: 2
Top Coat: Yes

Free of Formaldehyde, Toluene, Dibutyl Phthalate (DBP)

Hypnotize





Swatch Details
Brand: Glam Polish
Collection: Cast A Spell Part 3: The White Witch Collection
Color Name/Number: Hypnotize
Number of coats: 2
Top Coat: Yes

Free of Formaldehyde, Toluene, Dibutyl Phthalate (DBP)

Illusion
This left a slight blue stain to my nails upon removal, but it very easily washed off with a bit of toothpaste (tutorial available here).





Swatch Details
Brand: Glam Polish
Collection: Cast A Spell Part 3: The White Witch Collection
Color Name/Number: Illusion
Number of coats: 2
Top Coat: Yes

Free of Formaldehyde, Toluene, Dibutyl Phthalate (DBP)

Mesmerize





Swatch Details
Brand: Glam Polish
Collection: Cast A Spell Part 3: The White Witch Collection
Color Name/Number: Mesmerize
Number of coats: 2
Top Coat: Yes

Free of Formaldehyde, Toluene, Dibutyl Phthalate (DBP)

Miraculous





Swatch Details
Brand: Glam Polish
Collection: Cast A Spell Part 3: The White Witch Collection
Color Name/Number: Miraculous
Number of coats: 2
Top Coat: Yes

Free of Formaldehyde, Toluene, Dibutyl Phthalate (DBP)

These lacquers are available from www.glampolish.com.au with shipping to Australia & USA.
Shipping rates to USA are $3.50 USD for the first polish and an extra $1.00 for each additional polish.

For more information on these shades, you can find Glam Polish on:
Glam Polish website | Facebook | Instagram | International Stockists

Thank you all for looking and for sticking around!

Anutka :)


** Polishes were provided to me for review by the manufacturer or their PR. **
** For more information please see the disclosure policy **

16 comments:

  1. First let me start by saying, I'm sorry for your loss. I know losing someone close hits everyone a little differently, but I know what it can feel like. All I can say is that although I don't feel time heals all wounds, but it does numb the pain a little..
    And secondly, I'm going through a kind of rough patch in my life right now, and finding this new post today did make me smile. I love seeing the swatches, I don't know why, they make me happy, and your nail art is really amazing, you're very talented.
    Don't give it up, but I agree that a good balance is always necessary. But just know that you made at least one person on Earth smile today =)
    Thanks

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    1. Thank you so much for your kind words! You are right, time does numb the pain a little and I know it will get easier. Finding a balance will be a challenge indeed.
      I'm sorry to hear that you are also dealing with a rough patch in your life! I hope whatever it is will soon work out for the best and you can go back to smiling all the time! Your comment made me smile and warmed my heart. You are in my thoughts so stay strong! :)

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  2. It's so good to see you back and to hear that you took the time to heal. With your permission, I'll keep you in my prayers and thoughts. All the best to you.

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    1. And it's an absolute pleasure seeing your swatches and nail art. You truly do a lovely job!

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    2. Thank you so much for your kind comments! I appreciate you keeping me in your thoughts and prayers. I know it will get easier with time.
      I'm so glad that you enjoy my swatches/nail art. That means so much to me and makes the time that I spend on sharing it worth it! Thank you.

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  3. I've missed you! So sorry for your loss and pain. While I may not comment routinely, I always love your creativity and beautiful manis. Do what you need to heal. We're still here!

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    1. Thank you so much Kathy for your kind words and taking the time to comment! I tend to be a silent follower most of the time also. I appreciate the support and I'm glad to know I haven't lost all my readers yet. <3

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  4. Ooou, sorry for your lost. Take your time, I've been there :(.

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    1. Thank you very much for the support! I'm sorry for your loss as well. It gets easier with time, but thankfully we never forget those we truly love. <3

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  5. I am very sorry for your loss.
    So glad to see you back! Take your time, don't push yourself into anything. I'll be happy to see and read anything from you. Sending you kind thoughts and virtual hugs.

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  6. I'm sorry for your loss and I hope that you feel a bit better now. Glad to see you back! Beautiful swatches :-)

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  7. Very sorry for your loss. I figured something major had happened. I missed you and your blog though!

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  8. I'm so sorry for your loss!! I hope you keep enjoying doing your nails - it should not be a chore, so don't mind us :)

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  9. This collection is verty pretty! like it a lot!

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  10. I'm really sorry for your loss. Love the collection of polishes.

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  11. Sorry to hear about your loss. I can understand what you must be going through.

    It's good to see you back in action, We all love you and your work.

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