Holo Taco Bon Voyage Collection Review: A Detailed Look at Each Polish

This review dives deep into Holo Taco's Bon Voyage Collection, offering a detailed look at each of its six polishes. We'll explore the textures, formulas, and color performance of each shade, comparing them to Holo Taco's existing line and other brands where relevant. From the bronze-leaning "Precious Cargo" to the magnetic "Magnetic Taco," we'll analyze both the successes and shortcomings of this much-anticipated collection. Prepare for an in-depth examination of opacity, application, and overall impact – leaving no shimmer unturned.This comprehensive review will highlight both the standout polishes that delivered on their promises and those that fell short of expectations. We'll discuss the color accuracy versus marketing descriptions, the unique qualities of each formula (from creamy kreams to sheer jellies), and the overall cohesiveness of the collection's color story. Ultimately, we'll determine whether the Bon Voyage Collection lives up to the hype surrounding Holo Taco's anniversary releases and whether it's a worthwhile addition to any nail polish enthusiast's arsenal.

Pros And Cons

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Precious Cargo: A Pink Surprise

Precious Cargo, described as a bronze linear multi-chrome holographic, was a surprising departure from its description. Instead of bronze, it leaned heavily towards a deep pink or mauve hue. The formula itself was excellent, achieving full opacity in two coats with even coverage.

While the unexpected color shift was disappointing for those expecting bronze, the polish was still undeniably pretty, showcasing a unique linear holographic effect. The color discrepancy between the marketing materials and the actual product was a significant point of contention.

Sky Lounge: A Cobalt Blue Metallic Dream

Sky Lounge, a cobalt blue metallic polish with micro flakes, offered a stunning metallic shine. The formula, while thinner than expected, performed well, although three coats were needed for full opacity, especially under bright light.

This micro metallic flake formula is a standout for Holo Taco, offering a captivating metallic finish. The color compared well with Aerial Act by Cir Colors, but Sky Lounge possessed a deeper, more unique shimmer.

Wanderlust: A Shimmery Cornflour Blue Jelly

Wanderlust, a cornflour blue to purple crystal jelly with an iridescent shimmer, was a unique and beautiful polish. Its sheer formula made it ideal as a topper, but it required multiple coats for full coverage.

The color shifts were stunning, revealing greens and blues at certain angles and bright gold in sunlight. While beautiful, its sheerness and need for multiple coats were drawbacks.

Unicorn Number One: A Disappointing Sheer Red-Orange Jelly

Unicorn Number One, described as a bright warm red to orange shimmer in a royal purple base, proved to be the most disappointing of the collection. Its extreme sheerness made it far less impactful than its bottle appearance suggested.

While its sheer nature made it usable as a topper, the limited impact and existing similar options in Holo Taco's line made it less appealing. The expectation of a full-coverage polish was not met.

Icon on Board: A Hot Pink Krem

Icon on Board, a hot pink semi-translucent creme, offered a unique color not typically found in Holo Taco's creme line. The choice to create it as a Krem, however, was questioned due to the visible nail line even with three coats.

While some appreciate the squishy nature of Krem polishes, the sheerness made it less desirable for those preferring full opacity. Its limited-edition status for a hot pink creme was also a point of discussion.

Magnetic Taco: A Versatile Silver Topper

Magnetic Taco, a silver magnetic topper in a clear base, provided a simple yet effective addition to the collection. Its versatility and ability to enhance various manicures made it a favorite, despite being relatively basic.

The sharp magnetic lines were a standout compared to other magnetic toppers. While the simplicity was appreciated, the lack of scattered holo was a minor drawback for some. A gold version was suggested as a future addition.

Overall Collection Assessment

The Bon Voyage collection was ultimately a mixed bag. While some polishes, such as Sky Lounge and Magnetic Taco, were praised for their unique formulas and stunning finishes, other polishes, like Unicorn Number One, fell short of expectations due to their sheerness.

The collection's overall color story felt uninspired and inconsistent with previous anniversary releases from Holo Taco. The limited-edition status of some polishes, particularly the versatile Magnetic Taco, was also a point of confusion. While some individual polishes shine, the collection as a whole didn't feel particularly groundbreaking or innovative for a 6th-anniversary release.