June 06, 2012
Pure Ice 'Home Run' Nail Polish & Pastel Mint Dupes
This shade is called 'Home Run' by the brand Pure Ice. It was my first ever mint nail polish, and now I am completely smitten. It's such a fun pop of color and also a subtle way to be trendy this season.
Formula
I would describe it as a creamy, pastel mint color that applies opaque in one to two coats. The formula is not too thick or thin, and goes on very smoothly without any streaks or bubbles. I was even hesitant to use a top coat because I loved the shiny yet milky finish the polish had. It does not chip easily even on my short finger nails. It dried rather quickly which was convenient and looked really even despite my lack of patience as I was typing away soon after application.
If you're looking for an inexpensive, true mint color to try I would definitely pick this one up.
If you're looking for an inexpensive, true mint color to try I would definitely pick this one up.
Dupes
'Home Run' is definitely a more bright, green mint color in comparison to other popular shades right now.
Essie's 'Mint Candy Apple' - more blue tones
China Glaze's 'Re-fresh Mint' - slightly lighter
Revlon's 'Minted' - lighter and more blue tones
Maybelline's 'Minty' - a little less bright
e.l.f.'s 'Mint Cream' - more blue tones and darker
Barry M.'s 'Mint Green' - a tiny bit more blue
Find
Pure Ice sells their polishes at Wal-mart for $1.99 or $.99. They can also be found on Amazon.com and Ebay as well. I have tried many polishes from this brand in the past and was always impressed with the quality. Not only is the price great, but they also offer hundreds of fun colors to try.
Which mint is your favorite?
Which mint is your favorite?
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This colour is gorgeous, I'm a sucker for minty colours. I'm not sure if you've heard of them but this online company called Elf have an amazing mint colour called Mint Cream, very similar to this. :)
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Such a gorgeous colour!!! i love light colours like this as they make you look more tanned :)
ReplyDeletelook really cute on toes too
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I love the color, but I have way to many mint polishes.
ReplyDeletemint! i love this color! :D
ReplyDeleteLove this colour! I own a few pure ices already and i like them. AND i think i don't have no mint yet, so i will go look for it! Thanks for sharing
ReplyDeleteI love this colour, I don't own a mint green yet, but want one really badly.
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I love this color! I'm like obsessed with it! It's perfect for Spring & Summer! I've been loving 'For Audrey' from China Glaze too!! Love it girly!!
ReplyDeleteThis is definitely one of the prettiest nail polishes I've ever seen!
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I bought some Pure Ice nail polishes when I went on holiday to Orlando, I only bought a few and I so regret it they were so good for the money. This is such a lovely shade xxx
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This is gorgeous, I am already a fan of Essie Mint Candy Apple!
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I've been trying to find a nice mint color! Since it's so affordable, I'll look for it next time I'm at Walmart!
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Pure ice nailpolishes are the best in my opinion
ReplyDeleteBeautiful colour! I never really tried the nail polishes from Claire's but now I think I'm gonna check them out. :)
ReplyDeleteawww super sweet :D love mint!
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That's definitely the best nail polish color for this summer!!
ReplyDeletethat's a beautiful color
ReplyDeleteWonderful shade and nails!
ReplyDeletelove mint nails, i have elfs mint cream and i love it!xx
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This colour is amazing! I love mint green nails, in fact I have them right now LOL
ReplyDeleteI have a dupe to add to the list NYX cosmetics salon formula in Pastel Mint. Maybe it is a tiny bit colder (blue toned), but still, pretty similar. Thanks for sharing! xo
This colour is so pretty. I don't think I can get Pure Ice where I live so hopefully I can seek out some of the dupes.
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the nail colors are so pretty
ReplyDeletewhat a steal! great color pay off
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I love this color! So very pretty.
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