Coloressence Naturally Yours Nail Polish Review: Swatches & Honest Opinion

This review dives into the Coloressence Naturally Yours nail polish collection, a set of five nude shades packaged in an elegant, gift-worthy box. We explore the pros and cons of this highly pigmented collection, focusing on its unique packaging, shade range, and application experience. From the creamy nude packaging to the impressive color payoff, we detail the overall impression of this affordable set.The review provides detailed swatches and an honest opinion on the performance of each shade. We'll discuss the formula's thick consistency, its impact on application, and the drying time. We also address the brush quality and offer a personal favorite from the collection, highlighting why it stands out. Ultimately, we assess whether the benefits of these beautifully pigmented nudes outweigh the challenges presented by their thick formula.

Pros And Cons

Color Essence Naturally Yours Nail Polish Collection
  • Beautiful box set, perfect for gifting
  • Amazing pigmentation, full opacity in two coats
  • Wide range of nude shades (pinky, brownish, purplish, light brown)
  • Affordable
  • Formula is thick and goopy
  • Does not self-level, requires careful application
  • Brush is too wide and messy
  • Drying time increases with thicker coats

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Unboxing the Naturally Yours Collection

The Coloressence Naturally Yours collection arrived in a unique box, distinct from their other collections. The creamy nude color scheme is visually appealing, with the collection name clearly displayed and a beautiful graphic design. The packaging is elegant and makes it a perfect gift for any nail polish lover.

Close-up of the Naturally Yours collection box
Close-up of the Naturally Yours collection box
All five nail polish shades displayed from the box
All five nail polish shades displayed from the box

Shade Swatches and Pigmentation

The Naturally Yours collection features five shades: N10 Nude Dusty Rose (a medium brownish nude), N5 Nude LAT (a dusty purplish nude), M3 Nude Sand (a light creamy brownish nude), a nude pink with orangish undertones, and N2 Playful Pink (a dusty pinky nude). Each shade boasts impressive pigmentation, achieving full opacity in just two coats. However, the formula is thick and goopy, making application slightly challenging.

Swatch of N10 Nude Dusty Rose
Swatch of N10 Nude Dusty Rose
Swatch of N5 Nude LAT
Swatch of N5 Nude LAT
Swatch of M3 Nude Sand
Swatch of M3 Nude Sand
Swatch of the nude pink shade
Swatch of the nude pink shade

Formula and Application

The biggest drawback of these polishes is their thick, goopy consistency. This makes them difficult to apply smoothly, leading to brush strokes and potential flooding at the cuticles. While achieving a smooth finish is possible with careful application and slightly thicker coats, the drying time increases. Improvement in the formula's consistency is highly recommended.

Showing brush strokes left behind after application
Showing brush strokes left behind after application
Example of the goopy texture impacting application
Example of the goopy texture impacting application

Price, Availability, and Overall Thoughts

The Coloressence Naturally Yours box set retails for ₹300 and includes five 6ml polishes and a 10ml remover. They are available through online retailers. Overall, the shades are beautiful and highly pigmented, making them a worthwhile purchase for those who appreciate nude tones. However, the challenging application due to the thick formula needs improvement.

Brush Quality and Final Verdict

The brushes are wide and flat which can make application messy for some users. Previous collections from Color Essence had brush issues (broken bristles, gunky brushes), but this collection did not have such problems. Despite the application difficulty, the pigmentation is exceptional, making it a good option for those with practice applying thick polishes. Overall, if Color Essence addresses the formula's thickness, this collection would be outstanding.

Favorite Shade and Conclusion

My personal favorite from the collection is M3 Nude Sand, a light creamy brownish nude. Its lighter shade compared to my skin tone makes it easier to apply and ideal as a base for nail art. The Naturally Yours collection offers stunning, highly pigmented nude polishes. Despite the thick formula making application tricky, the beautiful shades and excellent pigmentation make them a valuable addition to any nail polish enthusiast’s collection, especially considering their affordable price point.