NOTD: Borghese Rapido Fast Dry Lacquer in Siena

Borghese Rapido Fast Dry Lacquer in Siena

When I got this shade in the mail to review, I was so excited because it looked so similar to one of my old favorites, L'Oreal Sheer Heat, a favorite of mine from the mid-90s. I still have mine, but age has done a number on it, and it won't quite dry anymore. It's pretty thin already, so I don't think thinner will help. I have been disappointed that I can't wear this shade anymore!

And to my delight, it's actually pretty similar! Similar enough to take the place of Sheer Heat for me! The above swatch is three coats, and I do think it would have had more color at four, but I am just fine with a little sheerness, because that's one of the things I loved about Sheer Heat.

The Borghese Rapido Fast Dry Nail Lacquer collection is a quick-drying formula that is available in long-lasting colors. Borghese invites you to discover the new Rapido Fast Dry Lacquer collection in bold brights and chic Italian neutrals. Evoking all the vivid colors of a garden in bloom, and the sophisticated hues of city style, Borghese’s new nail lacquers complement every wardrobe.



These long-wearing, nail-strengthening lacquers contain Borghese’s exclusive Aqua di Vita complex to help restore moisture and balance, while Micronized Gemstones add strength and brilliance. Each shade comes with a special Duale Curve Tip Brush custom designed to hug the shape of your nail for smooth, flawless application that lasts up to seven days. The rich, saturated hues are free of DBP’s, Toluene and added Formaldehyde.



The Borghese Rapido Fast Dry Lacquer Collection includes:



Vigneto
Marino
Mochaccino
Chroma
Lira
Menta
Violetto
Maraschino
Siena
Rosso
Anemone
Limoncello

Disclosure: This polish was sent to me for review purposes.

NOTD: Borghese Rapido Fast Dry Lacquer in Menta

Borghese Rapido Fast Dry Lacquer in Menta

So pretty! The above swatch is three coats, and it is just beautiful! I wish we had some sunlight so I could get a sunlight pic, but this will have to do.

The Borghese Rapido Fast Dry Nail Lacquer collection is a quick-drying formula that is available in long-lasting colors. Borghese invites you to discover the new Rapido Fast Dry Lacquer collection in bold brights and chic Italian neutrals. Evoking all the vivid colors of a garden in bloom, and the sophisticated hues of city style, Borghese’s new nail lacquers complement every wardrobe.



These long-wearing, nail-strengthening lacquers contain Borghese’s exclusive Aqua di Vita complex to help restore moisture and balance, while Micronized Gemstones add strength and brilliance. Each shade comes with a special Duale Curve Tip Brush custom designed to hug the shape of your nail for smooth, flawless application that lasts up to seven days. The rich, saturated hues are free of DBP’s, Toluene and added Formaldehyde.



The Borghese Rapido Fast Dry Lacquer Collection includes:



Vigneto
Marino
Mochaccino
Chroma
Lira
Menta
Violetto
Maraschino
Siena
Rosso
Anemone
Limoncello

Disclosure: This polish was sent to me for review purposes.

Borghese Holiday 2010 Collection

I was recently sent some of the shades from the Borghese 2010 Holiday Collection to try. These are quite pretty, and most are unique to my collection.

One thing to note: three of the shades in the collection dry matte, while the red, gold, and black from the collection dry shiny. I have all three mattes to show you, and the gold shiny shade.

You can click on the pics to enlarge them some and see the matte vs. shiny effect.

Ipnotico Gold (shiny finish)

Purple Confetti - matte finish, 2 coats, no top coat

Purple Confetti - 2 coats, with top coat


Vigneto Berry - matte finish, 2 coats, no top coat

Vigneto Berry - 2 coats, with top coat

Mediterraneo Sea - matte finish, 2 coats, no top coat

Mediterraneo Sea - 2 coats, with top coat


There was another shade that I was sent that was a casualty of shipping... it was a black base with silver glitter and looked lovely.

Disclosure: I was sent these for review purposes.

Borghese Swatches

Borghese is a brand that is new to me- I had seen it for sale at both Walgreen's and CVS, but had never tried it. I was very excited to have the opportunity to try a few of their core line. Each shade retails for $8

Long-wearing, hydrating stay-true color with exclusive Acqua di Vita complex to help restore healthy moisture and Micronized Gemstones for brilliance. The innovative Duale Curve Tip brush hugs nail curves for a precision line, delivering a perfect application effortlessly. Free of Tolulene, DBP, Added Formaldehyde. Not tested on animals.

Biscotto Beige

Belissima Rose

Borghese Red

Plumaggio Purple

My favorite out of these- it was so pretty! I thought it was going to be more purple, but it actually had a very inky quality and I immediately loved it.

All of these swatches are two coats. I was very pleased with this brand- application was fabulous and I got great coverage in just two coats.

Disclosure: These polishes were provided to me by a PR firm for review purposes.

NOTD: Borghese Stellare Notte

(click to enlarge- you *really* must!)

Borghese Stellare Notte

Wow! This polish has so many different colors- in some light, it's got a purple flash, in others, it almost looks teal. I am loving it!

This was my first Borghese to try, and when I saw how short the stem and brush was, I was a little worried I'd have trouble with application. However, it was no problem at all and I had no trouble getting a great mani that needed no cleanup.

This is two coats topped with Seche Vite, and I was so glad to have absolutely no shrinkage the next morning when I woke up.

Disclosure: This polish was provided to me by a PR firm for review purposes. The opinions stated are my own.