A Week with Charme Pro Line's Hologram Effect Nail Gel: Real Photos of 3 Hues
check_circlePros
- Easy to apply and dries quickly
- Build quality is surprisingly good
- Lasts a long time (no chipping or fading)
- Convenient to use (no need for a separate topcoat)
- Affordable price point (around $4-$5)
- Sleek and gold packaging is a nice touch
- Wide range of color options (including holographic, metallic, and solid shades)
- Generally considered safe for people with sensitive skin
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- Some colors may be a bit too sheer
- Not as long-lasting as some other gel polishes I've tried
- Can be a bit tricky to remove (need a good nail polish remover)
- Not suitable for those with weak or brittle nails
- May not be as durable as some other gel polishes
- Limited availability in some areas
Editor's Summary
I'm totally obsessed with holographic nail art, and I just found the ultimate game changer - Charme Pro Line's Hologram Effect Nail Gel. This stuff is a steal, especially considering it's only around $4-$5 for 10ml of product. I was initially looking for a holographic topcoat, but this gel polish is way more convenient to use. The bottles are sleek and gold, with clear labels that show the shade name, production date, and barcode. I was a bit skeptical about the formula, but it's surprisingly easy to apply and dries quickly. I've been using it for a week now, and I'm blown away by the build quality and how long it lasts (no chipping or fading in sight!).
Specifications
Hologram Effect Nail Gel from Charme Pro Line - I've been dreaming about this for a long time, and I finally made it a reality this summer. To be honest, I actually wanted a holographic topcoat, but I just couldn't find one that I liked. But this gel polish ended up being even more convenient.
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Volume 10ml. Cost - roughly 250-270 rubles.
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Bottles are different from the main line, these ones are gold, glossy. The labels with a barcode are stuck to the lids, along with the number and name of the shade, the production date.
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Also, the number and line of the gel polish are given on the top of the lid, which is much more convenient. Especially since the writing on the side label disappears quickly when I wipe the bottles with spirit-based products.
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Shades
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01 Playful Breeze - this is a bright turquoise, clean, and beautiful. The color on my nails doesn't differ from what we see on the brush and in the bottle.
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10 Delicate Lilac - this is a neutral lilac in the bottle , but it's clearly pink after application on my nails. Plus, it stays more pink than purple if I don't apply a thick enough layer of the gel polish.
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01 Playful Breeze and 10 Delicate Lilacxa0
05 Rose Quartz - this is a typical pink shade. Not too loud, but fairly bright , yet it pairs well with other colors if you choose the right shade.
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Applying the Gel Polish
When it comes to applying gel polish, I've found that it's all about speed and precision. You need to apply it quickly, in one or two smooth strokes of the brush, without leaving any excess.
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After applying the gel polish, I let it air dry for about 1.5 minutes. Then, I use my UV lamp to cure it for at least two minutes. I've found that curing it twice gives the best results.
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The Result
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The 01 and 10 shades are truly holographic, and the effect is visible in any lighting. But it's particularly stunning under electric or natural daylight, when the gel polish really shines.
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A week after application. Shades 01 and 10A week after application. Shades 01 and 10xa0
However, the 05 shade doesn't quite live up to the holographic hype, only showing the effect under very bright lighting, preferably natural. I'm not sure if it's a batch issue, but it's a big difference from the other shades.
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A week after application. Shade 05A week after application. Shade 05xa0
I've applied all the gel polishes on a base coat and sealed them with a top coat, without using a white tip. The staying power is standard at around two weeks, after which the tips start to wear off.
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By that time, I usually add a gel top coat with glitter and rhinestones to refresh and extend the manicure's lifespan.
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One thing I liked was that I could layer a white gel polish over the base coat, and then apply the holographic topcoat. This gave me a much more vibrant and clean finish, and it also helped the polish last longer. Plus, my nails looked thicker and more even.
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I was really impressed with the holographic gel polish, although one of the shades wasn't quite as shimmery as the others. Still, I'd highly recommend it!
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Charme Pro Line:
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Laser Green Effect
Laser Red Effect
Matte Top
Shine Gel
Skin nude
