Today, there are many different tools for nails. The most different companies. Founded in 1958, an American family company released a product called Hard as Nails, positioned as a first aid kit for nails in one bottle. The Sally Hansen colored varnish, presented in 22 colors, appeared a bit later, when the first batch of the new company's products managed to fall in love with many girls and women.
Brand history
To date, there are few women who have not heard at least out of their ears about such a tool as Sally Hansen varnish. Mr. Hansen, being a chemist and sensitive husband, deduced a special formula. Thanks to her, really high-quality and safe nail products appeared. And Mrs. Hansen got the opportunity, without leaving her home, to take care of herself, or rather, her nails, without visiting the salon and home masters. This was a kind of breakthrough, because earlier such simple charms were unavailable to simple housewives or the lower stratum of the population for various reasons.
Products
Varnish "Sally Hansen", reviews of which will be lower in the article, is presented in the company's collection in several variations. But this is not all that the company offers. So, for example, in addition to ordinary nail polishes, Sally Hansen produce gel varnishes that do not require drying in ultraviolet or LED lamps, care products, tools for nail and eyebrow care. The range is very extensive! Not to mention the fact that customers are offered several series of traditional varnishes, where it is simply unrealistic not to find a suitable shade for yourself. Perhaps that is why the products are in such demand all over the world.
Series
Varnish "Sally Hansen" is presented in several collections:
- Gel.
- "Salon manicure."
- "Resistance to the maximum."
It would seem that this is not enough. But each collection offers about 28-39 shades. And to choose among them is both simple and difficult. Why so? Simple: there is a tone for every taste. Difficult: too large a palette from which literally eyes run up.
Miracle Gel Series
This collection appeared the latest from the company, but managed to fall in love with many. Firstly, the guaranteed durability of two weeks really meets expectations. Secondly, the collection includes 39 shades. And the company is unlikely to stop there. Varnish "Sally Hansen Miracle Gel" is applied in just two stages:
- gel polish in one or two layers;
- fixer.
Especially for this series, a top was developed, which is called Miracle Gel 2X Volume Top Coat. It significantly prolongs the life of manicure, so do not ignore the recommendations of the manufacturer, you should use this fixer.
Flower collection
The most popular shades, according to girls in Russia, in the winter of 2016 were:
- Chocoholic (No. 155).
- B girl (No. 240).
- Flash-ionista (No. 346).
- Lemon heaven (No. 390).
- Red eye (No. 470).
These tones acquired more often than others, used and told friends and acquaintances about them. The chocolate shade No. 155 appealed to those who were looking for a warming dark color. A delicate lemon tone number 390 like sophisticated and feminine natures, the same goes for mint number 240. Bright and defiant red No. 470 is suitable for the same bright girls and women who are not afraid to attract attention - the color is really saturated. Blue with a small, but dense in number of glitter tone number 346 in winter comes in handy - bright, New Year's, festive, but at the same time suitable for any outfit, a kind of station wagon.
Complete Salon Manicure Series
This collection contains 28 ideal shades, among which you can choose the right tone for any occasion and occasion. The varnish "Sally Hansen Salon Manicure", the palette of which is very extensive, has several advantages:
- simplicity and ease of application (the brush is quite long);
- The composition includes reinforcing particles;
- accelerates nail growth;
- prevents the presence of chips and cracks on the varnish;
- bright shine without top coat;
- does not require a base (base);
- persistent shades.
There are so many advantages in one bottle! That is what the manufacturer promises. Actually, few were very disappointed in this series. Unless in some shades, and not in the entire collection.
Color spectrum
As mentioned above, it has 28 shades. In early 2016, these tones were especially popular:
- I pink I can (No. 510).
- Get juiced (No. 546).
- Moheato (No. 671).
- Café au lait (No. 220).
- Plum's the word (# 360).
Bright, but at the same time delicate pink color No. 510 was liked by young girls. And indeed: the tone emphasizes the freshness of the skin, gives the hands a particularly well-groomed look. The deep and languid brown-violet color No. 360 is more suitable for mature and respectable ladies who know exactly what they want and how to achieve it. Tone No. 220 - the gentle nude one was most liked by those girls who do not want to stand out. Indeed, the shade is very pleasant and not provocative, universal for any occasion - dates, work, meetings with friends. Mojitovy with greens tone No. 671 should be used with caution - it is far from suitable for everyone, too saturated. But coral number 546 will appeal to many - you just want something bright and juicy after it.
Hard as Nails Xtreme Wear Series
The “Maximum resistance” collection is most often found on the shelves of decorative cosmetics stores. The series has 35 shades, among which there are very successful and very disappointing. For example, in 2015-2016, such tones became popular among customers:
- Mint sorbet (No. 340).
- Bamboo Shoot (No. 81).
- Coral Reef (No. 405).
- Carrebean Coral (No. 450).
- Lacey Lilac (No. 270).
- First Blush (No. 83).
- Cotton Candy (No. 84).
- Ice Coffee (No. 92).
- Sun Kissed (No. 150).
- Red Carpet (No. 390).
The Peppermint Sorbet is really peppermint! Many manufacturers sin by making such a tone blue or with pronounced green. The Sally Hansen lacquer, whose photo above, is made specifically with mint: a mixture of white and pale green. The tone is refreshing and attractive. And the shade number 390, which at first glance seems simply bright red, is made with a shimmer (glitter). It shimmers in the sun, drawing attention to the owner of a juicy manicure. Perhaps that is why the Sally Hansen varnish is so popular among women of all ages.
And the “Resistance to Maximum” collection is now positioned as the most popular - the coating holds for a long time, about two weeks without much damage. Bright "Sunny Kiss" of an orange hue No. 150 is most often chosen by students who, due to their age, can afford such colors. This is truly a "nuclear" tone! But the varnish is applied in only one layer, without stripes and bald spots.
Customer reviews
From the above it can be concluded that Sally Hansen colored varnishes are very popular among girls and women. And this is no accident! The color scheme is extensive, despite a small number of series, the durability is tested by many customers, simplicity is ensured by a long and convenient brush. Yes, there are bad shades in the collections, but this is the exception rather than the rule.
For example, in the “Resistance to Maximum” series, there is a Pink Point tone (No. 340), which terribly streaks when applied, dries for a long time and looks like a Barbie doll has put on its best dress - too bright, “tear your eyes out”, as one of customers. But this does not mean that a lover will not find such a color.
Sally Hansen nail polish, which reviews have generally been positive for a long time, deserves attention. At least during a sale in some cosmetics store, when the price drops by 30-60%.
Girls like the durability of manicure, which gives a varnish from Sally Hansen, but the price is not entirely pleasing. Yes, about 300 rubles per bottle of 11.1 ml. Of course, the volume is large, but the cost is appropriate. Therefore, many try to buy varnishes on stocks and sales, it turns out more profitable: if the color disappoints, it will not be so offensive.