Dive into a world of shimmering brilliance with our comprehensive review of Holo Taco's Pixel Perfect Collection! This dazzling lineup of eight nail polishes offers a captivating array of pastel shades, each bursting with holographic hex glitters, metallic shimmers, and signature silver square glitters. Prepare for a glittery extravaganza that will redefine your manicure game. We'll explore the unique formula, application techniques, and stunning final results of each shade, helping you decide which of these pixel-perfect polishes are destined for your collection.From the intensely sparkly "Control Cutie" pink to the captivating gold of "Coin Toss" and the unique aqua blue of "Eight Bit Blues," we'll delve into the pros and cons of each polish, including application tips and essential removal techniques. Discover whether these thick glitter bombs are worth the extra effort, and uncover our top picks from this mesmerizing collection. Get ready to experience the ultimate glitter overload!
Pros And Cons
- Fantastic formula (though thick)
- Glitters spread evenly
- High sparkle level
- Works well as a topper (clear base)
- Thick formula (requires thinner)
- Visible nail line even with three coats
- Very textured, needs at least two coats of top coat to smooth
- Difficult to remove without soak-off method or peel-off base coat
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Control Cutie: A Pink Holographic Dream
Control Cutie is a clear jelly base packed with pink holographic hex glitters of varying sizes, along with larger square glitters and a subtle metallic shimmer. The formula is thicker, typical of a glitter bomb, requiring three coats for full opacity. While a bit thicker, application was surprisingly even.
Despite the thickness, the intense sparkle minimizes the visibility of any nail lines. However, prepare for texture; at least two coats of top coat are essential for smoothing. I found a glitter smoothing top coat worked best for a flawless finish.
Bite My Peach: Coral Jelly with a Kick
Bite My Peach offers a lightly tinted coral jelly base, featuring the same mix of hex glitters as Control Cutie, plus silver square glitters and a coral-orange metallic shimmer. The formula is thick, similar to Control Cutie; three coats are needed for optimal coverage.
While slightly more opaque than Control Cutie, some nail line may still be visible. Again, multiple top coats are necessary to tame the textured glitter. The soak-off method or a peel-off base coat is crucial for easy removal.
Coin Toss: Golden Holographic Perfection
Coin Toss is a clear jelly base teeming with golden and silver holographic glitters. The formula, while thick, applies smoothly. Two coats provide decent coverage, but three coats deliver a richer, more intense effect.
This gold glitter polish is a standout—the holographic shimmer creates a beautiful gold foil effect. However, the textured finish necessitates multiple top coats, and the soak-off or peel-off method is strongly recommended for removal.
Bonus Life: A Pastel Turquoise Treat
Bonus Life features a lightly tinted turquoise-green jelly base, combining turquoise and green hex glitters, silver square glitters, and a metallic turquoise-green shimmer. The formula is thick and benefits from three coats for even application.
While slightly patchy in two thin coats, three coats deliver a beautiful, saturated finish. Like the others, it dries textured and requires multiple coats of top coat. The soak-off or peel-off method ensures effortless removal.
Eight Bit Blues: A Light and Saturated Aqua
Eight Bit Blues showcases a lightly tinted aqua blue base with aqua blue holographic glitters in various sizes, along with aqua blue metallic glitters and the signature silver square glitters. The thick formula applies best in three coats for even coverage.
The shade is both pastel and saturated, creating a unique effect. Three coats are recommended for a rich, even finish. Remember that it will dry textured and require several top coats. Use the soak-off or peel-off method for removal.
Loi Lavender: An Indigo-Periwinkle Puzzle
Loi Lavender presents a clear or very lightly tinted indigo or periwinkle base with a mix of hex glitters, silver square glitters, and an indigo-purple metallic shimmer. Its thick formula shines with three coats for optimal color payoff.
The shade's color is subjective, leaning towards indigo or periwinkle. Three coats are best for a saturated finish. The textured finish requires several top coats for smoothness, and use the soak-off or peel-off method for removal.
Glitch and Glam: A Warm Purple Glitter Bomb
Glitch and Glam offers a lightly tinted warm purple base with various sizes of hex glitters, silver square glitters, and a purple metallic shimmer. While the formula is thick, the application is smooth.
This shade may remind some of the Holo Taco polish "Inside Job," but it's lighter and warmer. Three coats are ideal for a rich purple tone. Multiple top coats are necessary due to the textured finish. The soak-off or peel-off method is essential for easy removal.
Overall Thoughts and Top Picks
While the pastel color story for this collection felt unexpected for the time of year, the overall quality and sparkle are undeniable. The thick formulas require careful application and multiple top coats, but the results are stunning.
My top three picks would be Coin Toss (for its gorgeous gold), Control Cutie (for the beautiful pink), and either Eight Bit Blues or Glitch and Glam, depending on personal preference. The entire collection is a must-have for glitter lovers.