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Chanel Le Vernis Ballerina 111 Nail Polish Review: Honest UK Verdict
CHANEL Le Vernis Ballerina 111 Nail Polish 13ml
£30.00
Right then, I decided to test the CHANEL Le Vernis Ballerina 111 after my usual high street pick chipped by Tuesday again. At £30 for 13ml it is a fair whack but sitting at number 3 in nail polish on the site made me curious enough to give it a proper go through a normal week.
The Ballerina shade is that soft pale pink which looks smart without trying too hard. I slapped it on before rainy Glasgow commutes, Tesco runs and endless typing to see if it lived up to the long lasting claims.
Texture and first impressions
The polish feels rich straight from the bottle with plenty of pigment so one coat already does a decent job. That wide flat brush is a winner: it hugs the nail nicely and cuts down on the usual faff around the edges.
It went on smooth with no dragging or bubbles which is rare for me. Two coats gave a proper even finish with serious shine that made my nails look like I had just left a salon.
Wear and day-to-day use
It held up through hand washing, cold rain and a Friday night out without major chips until day five. The edges stayed glossy even after bashing away at my keyboard for work.
In typical UK damp it did not lift at the cuticles like cheaper bottles do. I only needed a quick top coat on day three to keep it looking fresh through the rest of the week.
Value and who it suits
At £30 from Boots.com it is a treat rather than everyday stock but the fact it lasts longer than high street options makes it stretch further. The merchant rating sits at 4.8 stars though there are no reviews yet to back that up.
It suits busy types who want a classic pink that stays smart through real life. If you are fed up with polish that flakes after two days and can stretch the budget this one is worth a look.
4.5 / 5 Final take
This CHANEL Le Vernis Ballerina 111 nail polish delivers on easy application and solid wear without any nonsense. It is a bit dear but the finish and staying power make it a solid pick for a Glasgow girl who likes her nails to look put together.
See the full details at CHANEL Le Vernis Ballerina 111 Nail Polish 13ml and decide if it fits your routine.
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