Painted Polish I Love Mint Collection Review: Swatches, Comparisons & Verdict

Dive into a refreshing review of Painted Polish's "I Love Mint" collection! This vibrant lineup boasts a diverse range of mint-toned nail polishes, each offering a unique texture and application experience. From creamy, one-coat wonders to dazzling glitter bombs and captivating flakie blends, this collection caters to every nail art enthusiast. We'll explore each shade individually, providing detailed swatches, comparisons to other Painted Polish polishes, and ultimately, a verdict on whether this collection deserves a spot in your nail polish arsenal. Prepare for a minty-fresh journey through a spectrum of colors and finishes!This in-depth review covers five distinct polishes: a solid creamy mint, a vibrant rainbow glitter, a black metallic flakie blend, a striking red flakie creation, and a richly layered masterpiece featuring gold, holographic, and emerald elements. We’ll analyze their formulas, ease of application, coverage, and overall finish. Discover which shade reigns supreme and whether the entire collection lives up to the hype. Get ready to be inspired by the versatility and quality of Painted Polish's "I Love Mint" collection.

Pros And Cons

Stamped in Mint Green
  • One coat application
  • Opaque over various colors
  • Levels beautifully
  • Not streaky
  • Not thick
Mint Mosaic
  • Great formula
  • Lots of glitter
  • Glitter distributes nicely
  • Covers completely in two coats
  • Slightly sheer
  • Textured finish
  • More difficult to remove
Mint Chip Magic
  • Great formula
  • Applies nicely
  • Lots of flakies
  • Flakies spread beautifully
  • Completely opaque in two coats
  • Base may need extra swipes to even out
Mint to be
  • Great formula
  • Even application
  • Flakies spread nicely
  • Completely opaque in two coats
  • Minimal texture

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Stamped in Mint Green: A Versatile One-Coater

This creamy mint green polish is a standout. Its formula is remarkably opaque, requiring only one coat for full coverage. It's also designed for stamping, adding to its versatility. The self-leveling properties ensure a flawless finish without streaks or a thick application.

Swatches of Stamped in Mint Green, highlighting the creamy texture and even application
Swatches of Stamped in Mint Green, highlighting the creamy texture and even application

I've personally used many indie nail polishes, and Painted Polish's one-coat creams consistently impress with their quality. The even application and lack of streaking make them a joy to use.

Close-up shot showcasing the self-leveling and streak-free application of Stamped in Mint Green
Close-up shot showcasing the self-leveling and streak-free application of Stamped in Mint Green

Mint Mosaic & Mint Chip Magic: Glitter and Flake Fun

Mint Mosaic is a vibrant mix of rainbow glitter in a minty base. While slightly sheer, its formula is excellent and applies smoothly, ensuring great glitter distribution. A second coat is needed for complete coverage but maintains the glitter's brilliance.

Swatches of Mint Mosaic, demonstrating the rainbow glitter and minty base
Swatches of Mint Mosaic, demonstrating the rainbow glitter and minty base

Mint Chip Magic features black metallic flakies in a minty base. It applies beautifully with plenty of flakes, creating a unique, textured look. While the base may need a couple of extra swipes for complete evenness, the end result is stunning and completely opaque.

Mint Chip Magic swatches, showing the black flakies and the minty base.
Mint Chip Magic swatches, showing the black flakies and the minty base.

Mint to Be & Freshly Minted: Flakes and Multi-Dimensional Sparkle

Mint to Be is a captivating mix of red metallic flakies in a minty base. The color contrast is striking, and the formula is smooth and even, providing full coverage in two coats. The light flakies result in minimal texture.

Mint to Be swatches showcasing the red metallic flakes against the mint base.
Mint to Be swatches showcasing the red metallic flakes against the mint base.

Freshly Minted is a richly layered polish with gold reflective glitters, hex holographic glitters, silver, and emerald metallic flakes in a minty base. The slightly sheer base, coupled with the abundance of elements, results in excellent coverage. Due to the variety of elements, it might thicken faster, so maintaining clean bottle threads is important.

Freshly Minted swatches highlighting the variety of glitters and flakes.
Freshly Minted swatches highlighting the variety of glitters and flakes.

Minty Muse: A Festive Finish

Minty Muse blends bright pink, fuchsia, and gold holographic glitters with crushed gold metallic flakies in a minty base. The formula is exceptional, offering even application and complete opacity in two coats despite its sheer base. The result is a textured, glamorous finish.

Minty Muse swatches demonstrating the mix of pink, fuchsia, and gold glitters and flakes.
Minty Muse swatches demonstrating the mix of pink, fuchsia, and gold glitters and flakes.

This polish embodies festive cheer, the glitter distribution and base color create a balance between opacity and shimmer, allowing all elements to stand out beautifully.

Close-up of Minty Muse, highlighting the texture and sparkle.
Close-up of Minty Muse, highlighting the texture and sparkle.

Collection Comparisons & Overall Verdict

The I Love Mint collection offers a diverse range of mint-toned polishes, from creamy one-coaters to glittery and flakey delights. Each formula was easy to apply and delivered a unique look. Comparisons with similar polishes from the brand revealed that 'Freshly Minted' is the most unique in terms of its diverse mix of elements.

Comparison swatches, showcasing Stamped in Mint Green alongside similar shades.
Comparison swatches, showcasing Stamped in Mint Green alongside similar shades.

My personal favorite is 'Mint to Be' due to its unusual combination of red flakes and mint base. This collection is a must-have for mint lovers and those who enjoy exploring various textures and glitters. The quality of the formulas across the board makes this collection highly recommendable.

Comparison swatches, focusing on Mint Chip Magic and similar polishes
Comparison swatches, focusing on Mint Chip Magic and similar polishes