Glisten & Glow Moonlight Collection Review: 8 Shimmering Shades

Unleash your inner celestial beauty with the Glisten & Glow Moonlight Collection! This captivating collection features eight mesmerizing black jelly polishes, each infused with a unique blend of color-shifting shimmers. Prepare to be enchanted by shades that transform before your eyes, responding dramatically to changes in light. From deep, mysterious olives to vibrant pinks and reds, these polishes offer a dynamic manicure experience unlike any other. Experience the magic of color that shifts and changes throughout your day, adding a touch of intrigue and personality to your look.Discover a world of shimmering possibilities with shades like Lunartic, a captivating mix of pink, red, and orange, or Shoot for the Moon, a stunning blend of purple, pink, and red. Each polish boasts a smooth, easy-to-apply formula, requiring just two coats for most. Whether you crave a dramatic evening look or a subtle daytime shimmer, the Glisten & Glow Moonlight Collection has a shade to match your mood and style. At an exceptional price of $11.50 per polish or $88 for the full set, this collection is a must-have for any nail polish enthusiast.

Pros And Cons

Moonlight Collection
  • Eight super shifty shades.
  • Color shifts visible under various lighting conditions.
  • May need three coats for longer free edge.

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Told You I Wasn't Full

This deep black jelly polish is packed with olive green and bronze color-shifting shimmer. The shimmer is more vibrant under bright lighting, showcasing a brighter green. However, under softer light, a deeper, more complex olive green emerges, revealing its multifaceted nature. The formula applies smoothly in two coats, though three may be needed for longer nails.

Close-up swatch of Told You I Wasn't Full under studio lighting
Close-up swatch of Told You I Wasn't Full under studio lighting

The unique color shift makes this shade perfect for creating a dramatic and mysterious look, perfect for evening wear or special occasions. Its versatility allows it to transition beautifully between different lighting environments, adding intrigue to the overall effect.

Close-up swatch of Told You I Wasn't Full under low lighting
Close-up swatch of Told You I Wasn't Full under low lighting

Lunartic

Lunartic is another captivating black jelly base, but this one is infused with a stunning blend of pink, red, orange, yellow, and green color-shifting shimmer. Under studio lights, the pink, red, and orange are more prominent. However, the orange shift intensifies dramatically under low light, making for a captivating transformation.

Close-up swatch of Lunartic under studio lighting
Close-up swatch of Lunartic under studio lighting

The complex interplay of colors gives Lunartic an almost ethereal quality. It’s a chameleon-like polish that adapts to its environment, offering a unique visual experience depending on the lighting conditions. This makes it a perfect choice for those who love a touch of unexpected brilliance in their manicure.

Close-up swatch of Lunartic under low lighting
Close-up swatch of Lunartic under low lighting

Once in a Blue Moon

This black jelly base is loaded with a mesmerizing blue, purple, and red color-shifting shimmer. Unlike the previous two, the bluish-purple is dominant regardless of lighting conditions, offering a consistent, yet magical effect.

Close-up swatch of Once in a Blue Moon under studio lighting
Close-up swatch of Once in a Blue Moon under studio lighting

The subtle red notes peek through at certain angles, adding depth and complexity to the overall hue. The dominant blue-purple creates a mystical and elegant manicure, perfect for those who appreciate a more consistent, yet still captivating color transformation.

Close-up swatch of Once in a Blue Moon under low lighting
Close-up swatch of Once in a Blue Moon under low lighting

Shoot for the Moon

This black jelly base contains purple, pink, red, and green color-shifting shimmer. Under studio lights, pink, red, and purple are most visible. However, under low light, these shifts become even more pronounced, particularly the pinkish-red tones.

Close-up swatch of Shoot for the Moon under studio lighting
Close-up swatch of Shoot for the Moon under studio lighting

The dynamic color play makes Shoot for the Moon a versatile option. It can range from vibrant under bright lighting to more subdued yet still intensely shimmery in low lighting. A truly captivating color transformation.

Close-up swatch of Shoot for the Moon under low lighting
Close-up swatch of Shoot for the Moon under low lighting

Stay Wild Moonchild

This black jelly base features pink, bronze, yellow, and green color-shifting shimmer. Yellow and pink stand out under studio lighting, while bronze and green become more prominent under lower light.

Close-up swatch of Stay Wild Moonchild under studio lighting
Close-up swatch of Stay Wild Moonchild under studio lighting

The varied color shift gives this polish a vibrant and playful energy, perfect for adding some fun and flair to your look. The color change depending on the light adds a fun element of surprise and depth to your nail art.

Close-up swatch of Stay Wild Moonchild under low lighting
Close-up swatch of Stay Wild Moonchild under low lighting

Love You to the Moon and Back

This black jelly features teal green, purple, and blue color-shifting shimmer. The green and teal are most noticeable under studio lights, while blue and purple dominate under low light.

Close-up swatch of Love You to the Moon and Back under studio lighting
Close-up swatch of Love You to the Moon and Back under studio lighting

This polish is particularly appealing for its dynamic shifts and versatility. Whether it's a day or night look, Love You to the Moon and Back promises a captivating and transformative experience.

Close-up swatch of Love You to the Moon and Back under low lighting
Close-up swatch of Love You to the Moon and Back under low lighting

Never Stop Looking Up

This black jelly is filled with bronze, orange, yellow, and green color-shifting shimmer. Bronze and yellow shine bright under studio lights, while the orange shift takes center stage under low lighting.

Close-up swatch of Never Stop Looking Up under studio lighting
Close-up swatch of Never Stop Looking Up under studio lighting

The impressive color-shifting capabilities of this polish make it an excellent choice for those who enjoy a transformative manicure. Its vibrant and energetic shifts make it a perfect addition to any nail polish collection.

Close-up swatch of Never Stop Looking Up under low lighting
Close-up swatch of Never Stop Looking Up under low lighting

It's Just a Phase

This black jelly base includes aqua, purple, pink, and green color-shifting shimmer. Aqua and purple shimmer under studio lights, but the pinkish-purple takes center stage under low light.

Close-up swatch of It's Just a Phase under studio lighting
Close-up swatch of It's Just a Phase under studio lighting

The subtle yet impactful shifts in this polish make it a versatile option. Its ability to change based on light makes it a stand-out piece that adds a unique visual dynamic to any manicure.

Close-up swatch of It's Just a Phase under low lighting
Close-up swatch of It's Just a Phase under low lighting

Overall Impression

The Glisten & Glow Moonlight Collection offers a diverse range of stunning black jelly polishes with vibrant color-shifting shimmers. Each shade showcases a unique blend of colors that transform depending on the lighting, creating a captivating and dynamic manicure experience. The formula is smooth and applies well, requiring two coats for most, although three may be needed for longer nails.

Thumbnail of all 8 polishes in the collection.
Thumbnail of all 8 polishes in the collection.

My personal favorites are Shoot for the Moon and Lunartic, both offering remarkable color transitions and unique blends of colors suitable for any season. The collection provides exceptional value at $11.50 per polish or $88 for the full set, making it a worthwhile addition to any nail polish enthusiast's collection.