There's been a lot of buzz around the somewhat new Barry M Gelly Hi-Shine nail polish range and, naturally, curiosity got the better of me and last week I left Boots with a marginally lighter purse. As I have a pretty extensive polish collection already I settled for two bottles of the stuff, one shade being Lychee. The range boasts an array of bright, fruity colours which potentially renders this the blandest of the bunch but I think this has all the makings of a winner for me!
Barry M's Lychee is a pale beige-nude that I don't think pulls too yellow nor too pink- just a great-middle ground which I'm convinced all skin tones could rock. The consistency is quite thick and creamy, which along with the small-ish brush makes application a bit tricky in the sense that you feel you may pull the polish if you paint too haphazardly- maybe not one for those looking for a fuss-free, quick mani. Then again, once you've applied two coats (all that is needed for complete opacity) you are left with a gorgeously glossy finish, just as promised on the bottle. No need for a top coat with this bad boy.
Not going to comment on wear time as I don't wear nail polishes for very long and - as I always say - I think it depends on nail care from person to person. One thing I will say though is I've not stopped peering at my nails since adorning them in this, which must be a good sign! Boots currently have a promotion on where you can buy 2 bottles of Barry M nail polish and save £1 so I'm tempted to go back for a couple more.. any recommendations? What do you think of this shade?
I bought this last week and adore it! Definitely a new favourite.
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I've heard nothing but good things about the Barry M Gelly nail polish range! Definitely need to try a few myself.
ReplyDeleteThat's such a lovely nude shade, I've got my eye on 'Blueberry' too. :) xo
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I've just got this in greenberry and its amazing! xxx
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I've never tried a Barry M nail polish because it's unavailable in my country but I love this one! Such a pretty nude colour :)
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I am loving the Barry M Gelly range and have most of the colours! My favourites are Pomegranate (a stunning red with a twist) and Greenberry (a vibrant turquoise colour)! I actually did a little review and swatched my collection over on my blog x
ReplyDeleteJust had a look- amazing! I now definitely want Dragon Fruit and Satsuma really badly!
DeleteThis shade is the perfect nude! I really want to get my hands on some of these...the blue one has caught my eye!
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Love this shade! We bought that deal too! Must say it really doesn't last very long already chipped off after a day. Not the best but the shades are so beautiful!
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This shade is gorgeous I've been on the hunt for the perfect nude colour for a couple of weeks so I think I'll have to get this! xx
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Totally going to buy this, im trying to resist but eventually i know i will cave!
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ReplyDeleteThis is probably my favourite of the gelly shines!! Xx
ReplyDeleteThis looks lovely! I have a definite obsession with nude nails and love Barry M so am going to keep my eye out for this.
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ReplyDeleteI've been thinking about trying these, especially this and the blood orange colour but I keep thinking that this colour is too bland to spend money on but as I keep picking it up I think I'll probably end up buying it and loving it :)
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I've got Prickley pear and I love it :)
ReplyDeleteI love this colour, I was looking in Boots and loved this one and the purpley one - couldn't choose! Maybe I'll have to go for both... xo
ReplyDeleteI need to get my hands on some of these, they look so professional and beautiful xx
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I really want to try this! xx
ReplyDeleteLove the colour, definitely want to try this :) x
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I picked this shade up yesterday. I can't wait to try it out. x
ReplyDeletei was recently in boots and was debating on buying this colour from barry m , think im defiantly going to go in and pick it up now!
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I have this colour, such a pretty colour! I got a few other colours too.
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I love this range in Prickly Pair. They definitely are a lot shinier than normal Barry M nailpolishes x
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I've got some from this range in Pomegranate and Dragon Fruit and love them. The finish is lovely, even though the wear isn't as great as Models Own but I only apply glitter nail polishes on top, no top coat so that could be why x
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I've been looking for the perfect nude for ages and this looks like it could be it. Also, I've heard so many good things about these so I think it might be time for me to buy one!
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Oh wow, that's gorgeous! I hadn't even heard of this line, where have I been?! I really need to get my hands on this shade it's so gorgeous!
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I really want to try one of the Gelly polishes, and I think this will be the one I'll get. The perfect nude shade!
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that's such a lovely colour x
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I love this, in fact I love the whole range. I really need to get my hands on a few more.
ReplyDeleteYou're right, this is a flattering nude on anyone :)
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I adore the whole gelly hi-shine range! they are amazing and the fact you don't need a top coat is just amazing when you're in a rush! xxx
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My friend had the bright blue one of this it looked amazing can't wait to get my hands on it
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Love this shade! want it (:
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This is such a pretty colour, I really want to try this range! xxx
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I've still not tried this set of polishes - must treat myself on payday!
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I love this one, its my current fave!
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I love this colour! I'm going to go and buy it tomorrow! The only other one I've tried is 'Blueberry', which is at completely the other end of the scale from this - a fun, bright blue with a hint of purple :-) xx
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I bought this, but you definitely need a top coat!
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Ohh I havent seen this colour yet, going to keep an eye out for it now - love a netural!
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I love this colour, I want to get this one and Prickly pear, I have Dragon Fruit and Grapefruit and have a review on my blog with swatches, if you'd like to have a look :) lots of love xxxxx
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Such a gorgeous shade for summer!
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Love the new gelly polishes- despite the fact you have to wear an under coat! x
ReplyDeleteI think that's a really pretty colour! not boring at all :) I really want to give these a go. I have real gel nails all the time but I think these would be good if I wanted to change colours a bit more frequently! x
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Love this color, it's gorgeous!
ReplyDeleteI'm currently wearing this in Satsuma and I love it - its so glossy. x
ReplyDeleteThey look lovely and glossy!
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Lovely swatches, I really want this shade but its sold out everywhere near me!
ReplyDeleteI need Lychee in my life from the very moment I saw it on Anna from Vivianna Does Makeup and now you raved about it as well. Off I go to Boots then :)
ReplyDeletenice colour! gotta try these! xxx
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I love these polishes and this is such a pretty shade!
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that's such a beautiful shade!
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I've heard so much about these, need to pick some up. I really like this shade too because I don't have a proper nude colour in my collection! x
ReplyDeletei love the gelly polishes they last FOREVER!
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I'm interested in trying these. I shellac all the time now because it lasts but it is time consuming, would be good to have a quick alternative.
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I didn't like the look of this one to begin with, but the more I look at it, the more I want it! x
ReplyDeleteI am a big fan of this shade :) Looks great x
ReplyDeleteI really love this polish, I bought it in 3 colours, so easy to wear in this colour too!
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nice shade! blueberry and greenberry are lovely too :) x
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This is a nice shade, I have the dark purple one and I love it. I don't find it lasts much longer than regular Bazza M though.
ReplyDeleteMy friend brought this shade whilst i got blueberry, i'm planning on reviewing mine shortly as it is a new product and everyone wants to know if its worth the beauty world hype. This post is lovely! xxx
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I absolutely adore BarryM nails paints! They're so easy to use. Definitely going to try this range. That shade is perfectly subtle!
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