0.99 euro cents per bottle! Can you even believe this price? As much as I love nail polish I never compromise on quality. I don’t mind paying more for a great product that is long-lasting, looks good and is free of harmful chemicals. But somehow these LillaLab babies are all that, plus the crazy low price!
I was in rush to get to the Pantheon before it closed when I saw the LillalLab polish stand, so I had to act quickly. I grabbed a few colours, did a quick swatch, the formula and brush seemed to be ok. So with two polishes in my hand I ran to the cash register. I hadn’t even had a chance to have a look at the price tag. I got quite a shock when I was told “€1.98 please” No mistake, that was the price!
How I wish I’d gotten more! Of course, these polishes are not in the same league as OPI, Essie or most other luxury brands, but they certainly don’t belong in the 1 dollar bin either. LillaLab easily performs as well as some brands that charge $20 per bottle when it come to longevity, ease of application and quality of brush.
So without further ado, let’s read the review!
REVIEW – LillaLab 53 (bronze) and 35 (purple)
- Formula: 4-Free and cruelty free. Long lasting but not fast-drying.
- Finish: LillaLab 53 is a stunning dark bronze shimmer, highly pigmented and very shiny, especially under direct sunlight. LillaLab 35 a purple creme with red and gold micro shimmer also highly pigmented. Both polishes required only 2 coats for a fully opaque finish (pictured).
- Application: Really good brush – close to professional quality, makes application very easy.
- Wearability: both polishes last 3 days with a top coat, they may have lasted for longer.
- Nail Art: Perfect for any kind of nail art or details. The bronze LillaLab 53 would also look great mattified.
- Extra Notes: LillaLab come in small bottles only 6ml, which makes them great for travelling and storing. The same like in Collistar polishes, LillaLab bottles have elongated shape allowing for a full size brush in a small bottle.
Overall Impression: Fantastic and super affordable brand! LillaLab is not easy to find and I couldn’t find their website either but if you’re in Italy, definitely get some!
Availability: LillaLab, €0.99 on sale (€1.99 normal price).
Wearing: Platinum and Gunmetal Knuckle rings.
Have you ever tried LillaLab polishes? And, what do you think about the colours, whats your favorite – purple or bronze?
– Maria, xx
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Pedrìnails says
Oh wow, I live in Italy but I’ve never seen this nail polish brand before.
So, thanks for your detailed review and for making me know these low-cost and good quality products. :)
Silvia says
Hello!
Wow! I’m Italian and I never see this brand before! The colors are stunning and the price is very low!
Do you remember the name of the store where you find them? I’ll keep my eyes open to find them!
Byeee~
S.
Haylee says
They both look stunning on you! I wish I had bought more, too. I love them both.
Alice says
OMG! I especially love the bronze one <3 I have a question dear Maria ^^ How did you find nail polish stands in Rome? Do you have to look for them, or are they around and easy to see when traveling?
Jen says
Stunning! Love the purple colour #35. Wish we could buy Lillalab online.