Tuesday 20 November 2012

Primark Embellish 3D Nails


I very rarely experiment with nail art, mostly because I'm too lazy now. I used to be quite into it when I was a student and had a bit more time on my hands. 

On my recent trip to London I went to the Primark at Marble Arch to look for a couple of bits. In the check out I found this little kit which produces the same effect as a certain fish egg manicure at a fraction of the price. 

Primark Embellish 3D Nails Manicure

At £2.50, I couldn't really pass it up! When I got home from London, one of the first things I did after unpacking was try this out!

Primark Embellish 3D Nails Manicure

I have seen the Nail Constellation collection from MUA, and though some of them are pretty, none of the colour combinations really took my fancy and at £3.00 for the beads alone this is far better value. 

Application is pretty simple, but you will need a bit of time to let it set completely, especially as you need to do two coats of nail polish. 

Primark Embellish 3D Nails Manicure

This is how my first go turned out, and I must say I was quite impressed. I applied the little beads over a  box lid (although it does come with a plastic tray, which was full of static) and then to avoid waste you tip them back into the container using the little funnel supplied.

I haven't really read many reviews on this type of manicure, so I had no idea what to expect with chipping etc. The night I applied it I ended up making peanut butter cookies which may have contributed to it wearing away quicker than normal, but I don't think it made too much of a difference.  

Primark Embellish 3D Nails Manicure

I've taken a photo of my nails after a few days, as you can see most of the beads have come off, but at a distance you can't really tell. This is a really cool manicure, and if you see it in Primark, I would definitely recommend giving it a go. 

For the price of £2.50, don't expect too much, but if you're doing it for a night out or special event, then you can't go wrong!

Kate x

7 comments:

  1. I just got these, can't wait to try them! I guess with any brand the pearls will come off rather quickly - even with the other 'certain fish egg manicure'. :)

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    1. That is very true! Next time I try it, I think I'll see how long it lasts using another nail polish as a base. x

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  2. Oh, that turned out so nice! I had no idea other brands than Ciate had these as well, need to give it a try!

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    1. Yeah I think most nail trends result in cheaper options. MUA also do 'Nail Constellations' which is the same sort of thing. x

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  3. ive just brought this and was wondering if you guys used a top coat? i did to seal the beads but it made the colour bleed?x

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    1. No I didn't use a top coat simply because I was lazy and couldn't be bothered to wait any longer for it to dry.

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