Pink – the color of sugared candies, pomegranate seeds and Presley’s Cadillac, has a vast range of tones associated with it. From nude, through baby pink to the deep rich pink of fuchsia blossoms, there’s a hue for every occasion.
Many list pink as their favorite shade, and this, the most feminine of colors, has long been associated with romance, childhood, compassion and sweetness. It’s recognized that colors have the power to affect our moods and pink has been found to increase blood flow, respiration and heart rate, and when painted on the cell walls in penitentiaries, it can reduce erratic and aggressive behavior.
So, if you want to win friends and influence people, pink is a good choice for your nail polish. I’ve picked my favorite pinks from the vast amount available, just for you.
1) ZOYA Nail Polish – Lorreta
What Makes it Great
With a light and translucent finish, this very pale pink could be called nude until you see it out of the bottle. The slight sheen gives nails a pretty shimmer without the glare of a full gloss or sparkle finish. Gentle in appearance, this polish is deceptively hard wearing. On my nails, it remained pinkly pristine for over two weeks.
Where it Could be Improved
I applied two coats, as just one looked a bit streaky. It doesn’t change my opinion though – I still love it.
ZOYA Nail Polish, Loretta, 0.5 Fluid Ounce
- Does not contain Doetoluene or dibutyl phthalate (DBP)
- Chip-resistant
- Long-wearing
- Formaldehyde free
- Soft, pale milky neutral pink in a translucent creme finish. A universally flattering sheer pink with a unique translucent finish.
2) OPI Nail Polish Peru Collection
What Makes it Great
The rich color of delicious blackcurrant juice, this luscious, deep pink is an unusual hue, and with a couple of high gloss top coats, looks completely awesome. Non toxic, and environmentally friendly, this would make a great evening polish, suiting something more sophisticated than a coffee with friends. Mine stayed chip free for around two weeks, I just had to find more parties to attend!
Where it Could be Improved
The polish was a little thick when I opened the bottle, but once I’d gently mixed in a little acetone, it was glossy and silky smooth.
OPI Nail Lacquer, Lima Tell You About This Color
- Color: Pink
- Item Condition: 100% authentic, new and unused. OPI Nail Lacquer Peru Collection NLP30 - Lima Tell You About This Color!.
- OPI Nail Lacquer Peru Collection NLP30 - Lima Tell You About This Color: Buy OPI Nail Polish - Spread the word about this exciting new pink nail polish Nail lacquer is the original nail polish formula that reinvented quality nail color, your top choice if you enjoy updating your manicure weekly. This gorgeous shade deserves an extra round of applause Peppy pink for a pretty look. Made in the USA.Details provided by OPI
3) essie Nail Polish – Cascade Cool
What Makes it Great
The pink of cotton candy, bubble gum and princess dresses, one on level this rich color is fun, playful and frivolous, whilst on the other, it’s regal, surprisingly coy, and quite beautiful. With the longevity to survive nearly two weeks hard labor, this split personality polish was thick enough to only require one coat, and once I’d applied and cured the top layer, the glossy shine was remarkable.
Where it Could be Improved
Open the window when you use this polish. The harsh odor does fade quickly, but initially, it’s quite strong.
essie Nail Polish, Glossy Shine Finish, Cascade Cool, 0.46 fl. oz.
- high, glossy shine finish nail polish ; provides flawless coverage along with outstanding durability; brush fits every nail size for streak-free application
- essie nail enamels come in an extensive palette of shades from iconic classics like ballet slipper to trendsetting nail polish colors straight from the runway; nudes, blues, purples, black, white, rose gold, and more.
