Here’s Teal Topaz, a creamy teal with all the shine of a satin ribbon! Part of the Estée Lauder Spring 2012 Topaz Collection, this nail polish has depth of colour yet stays true to the lightness of the season of rebirth. A subdued teal bordering on turquoise, this unique green-blue hue has a slightly dusty edge that lends it a modern tone. I love how calming the colour is too.
I don’t have the application finesse of nail bloggers, so I can assuredly say the brush is practically fool-proof – I barely smudge the sides of my nails with it. The polish has high coverage too, allowing me to achieve opacity with just two casual coats.
I am particularly impressed with how easily and quickly it goes on. I barely have time to paint my nails, what with caring for the little one, yet this 2-coater look with my preview sample took me less than 10 minutes to achieve, thanks to its fast-drying feature and easy brush.
The photo above shows the actual shine of this varnish, before a topcoat. Isn’t it lovely? The glossy finish reminds me of shiny enamel. The polish was pristine for at least three days – no chipping at all – although I wonder if it’s because of the Poshe topcoat that I’d eventually applied.
Teal Topaz will retail at S$26, when the Topaz collection launches here in March 2012. I love the application and effect of this polish so much that I’m going to take a closer look at the Pure Color Nail Lacquer range when I next visit the EL counter. :)
Image source: Estée Lauder Singapore
OMG, this is a gorgeous color! I was just telling hubby I NEED :) a teal nailpolish and use my St.Valentine raincheck…so this just may be it :))) thanks for the tip!
Hi Marta,
This is so apt for the season! :) I think it will look beautiful on your skin tone.
Gorgeous color!!!
Hi Mercedes,
It’s definitely worth a look!
looks so pretty on you MAG!
Thanks, Wickermoss. I love its texture and colour! :)
Love the colour and loving that it will launch in SG in March :)
Hi Sam,
;) Hope you manage to find it!
This is such a pretty shade of teal on you. :)
Thanks, Farah!
It’s a refreshing change from the deep tones that I usually wear. :)
So pretty!!! One question though… Does it stain afterwards?
Hey E,
Slightly but not as badly as MAC Jade Dragon.
; D I can imagine it being mixed with holo particles….
Good idea, E. Refined shine!
Ah, having seen it in person on you, this looks great both in real life and in pictures! And application looks flawless! Some cremes, especially the lighter one can be a little streaky (worse yet, with bald patches) but this is purrrrrfect! *sweeeee ah*
Hey Kas,
That’s right! The brush and coverage = amazing. No streaks at all! Plus it took me so fast. This is absolutely worth a try. I’m looking forward to checking out the newer ones in the range (I read that the formula recently changed).
Both Mom and I have 2-3 deluxe sized EL polishes each from many years (at least 6 years) ago; still so fluid, its amazing!
Hey Kas,
I’ve tried some EL polishes before and they were good!
This shade looks beautiful in your swatches! Very bright and cheery :)
Hi Sara,
Thanks! It’s really easy to apply and wear. ;)