I peeped into my local Sally's yesterday in hopes to find the new China Glaze Haunting Collection and much to my excitement, they had both sets and individual polishes. I was a bit disappointed when I noticed that "It's Alive" was not being sold individually and that it was only available in a 4-piece set.
I have to admit that I purchased this set only because of "It's Alive". When I first received the PR info, It's Alive immediately caught my attention and I knew I had to have it
. Anyway, long story short, I wanted It's Alive and I have It's Alive! ;) Here are a few photos.
2 Coats - No TC
I LOVE this polish! It's a murky, greenish jelly base infused with both green mirco and hex glitters. I don't have anything quite like this shade , so I'm glad to add it to my collection.
It's perfectly opaque in 2 coats, but can pass as a subtle 1 coater, depending how generous you apply.
The only downside, G-R-I-T-T-Y! I highly recommend a thick topcoat to help create a smooth finish. Other than that, it's a beauty. When I look at my nails, for some reason, the first thing I think of is, money! It looks like money at your fingertips! ;)
The orange shade above will be swatched next, so stay tuned! :)
As always, hope this helps & happy shopping!
Do you own any polishes from the Haunting Collection? Will you be picking up It's Alive? What are your thoughts?! I'd love to know down below!
Jackie S.: Thank youu!
ReplyDeleteTotally get why you think it looks like money! It's such an awesome shade. Wish I could buy this set in Europe, sigh! We get a little left out with the specialty editions.
ReplyDeleteVery Emily: It's a beauty! :) I'm sorry to hear that you have trouble finding LE CG Collections. Hopefully you can find someone to swap with or maybe you can purchase them online! xx
ReplyDeletewonderful color, I wish there was China Glaze in my country as well :)
ReplyDeletesilvia510: Thank you, I hope you find a way to get your hands on them! *crosses fingers*
ReplyDeleteFashionFreak/Mihaela: Thanks, hun!
ReplyDeleteomgggg! i want this so bad but my dumb sallys never gets halloween collections! :{ beautiful!
ReplyDeleteHeh heh! I am so glad you posted this swatch. I picked up It's Alive the other day and I will be using it in a SWAMP MONSTER mani for Halloween. I am working on it tonight, I can't wait!!!! I saw how many ladies were doing a 31 day nail art challenge this month and I decided to do it on my blog, but start on October 1st so I can do all Halloween designs. It's gonna be epic. Happy Halloween Carla! I can't wait to see the orange swatch to see if I have to go back to Ulta to get it. LOL
ReplyDeleteBeanie: Awww shux, I'm so sorry to hear that you are having a difficult time finding this collection. Two of the other girls above are having the same problem. Hopefully you can purchase them online or find someone to swap with! xx
ReplyDeletePolish Rehab: Awesome! I have them matted on my nails as we speak and I love it! Total different look! :) Thank you for letting me know about my logo, I'll def. get to that asap! xx
ReplyDeleteAwesome! Looking forward to seeing that mani & happy halloween to you too! cheers! xx
ReplyDeleteeeee so exciting! I just ordered this the other day, can only hope it's half as good in person as you've made it look!
ReplyDeleteNail Nerd: Awesome! Glad to hear you picked it up! Trust me, it's even better in person! xx
ReplyDeleteMy mani last week was It's Alive with 3 coats of Ghoulish Glow and 1 coat of top coat. the GG smoothed out the grit and made it even more murky (and GITD!!)
ReplyDeleteI bought it separately online. I don't like any of the rest of the set. This one is AMAZING though <3
ReplyDeleteThis green is INSANEEE. I must have it! x
ReplyDeleteMelissa Birch: Awesome! I'll have to try that asap! Thank you!
ReplyDeletethenailaholic: Awesome! Agreed, It's Alive was the only reason I bought this set! =P
ReplyDeleteAmyteee: It is totally insane! It's even better in person ;) I hope you can get your hands on it!
ReplyDeleteI always love china glazes holiday collections, this green is gorgeous. Thanks for posting it :)
ReplyDeletetracey: I agree, I also look forward to all their Holiday Collections! Or for any collection of that matter lol! You're very welcome and thanks for dropping by! :) xx
ReplyDeletei actually got this collection, I thought i would hate the green, but i tried it because it was sparkly. It totally won me over. I love wearing it now, and can't stop staring at my hands when its on.
ReplyDeleteI would this polish!!
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