Essie Weingarten, the company’s founder, says she was inspired by the ‘dark side’ of the season. ‘The feeling on the runways was one of knowing grace and self-assured cool – today’s woman follows her own path. Her wardrobe matches her provocative style: strident, striking and oh, so fabulous!’
36 comments
Rivania Pillay
Application and Formula:
It is a gorgeous peachy neutral shade even though Essie describes Mamba as a “shimmering café au lait”. Generally you will need 2 coats in order for it to look opaque but I personally prefer 3 coats. Considering that it is a light colour, it is quite impressive the coverage you get with two coats. It is important to mention that this nail polish is a creamy consistency and has no shine to it. You need a glossy top coat in order to get a good shine.
Wearability:
As most Essie nail polish, Mamba can last for about a week or until you decide to change the colour. Since this is a sort of nude nail polish, when it does chip, it is not that noticeable.
Verdict:
If you are looking for a shade to use just so you have nail polish on your nails and not have anything too bold, then this is a colour worth considering. What I love about this colour is that it is ideal for the office/campus as well as for any season. It really is a sophisticated colour.
If you would like to purchase this, then pop into your nearest Dischem/Clicks store. Prices vary from R115 – R125 depending on where you buy it.
Kerry-Leigh Glass
I had my nails done at a nail bar with the Essie brand and two days later the nail polish started peeling off. Essie used to be such a great and trusting product but something has changed. I have used the brand for years but the product no longer lasts on the nails. #disappointed
Nozi Chabeli
I love the colour range, but this product does not last that long on the nails, by day 3 or 4, it starts chipping away!
Hasmitha Daya
I love this brand of nail polish. The names of each colour are either cute or really awesome. The nail polish itself is amazing, and the bottle is a nice size for the price. These are lovely colours to add some warmth for the cooler days.
Prettifulblog Blog
I adore Essie nail polish, unfortunately it is not that affordable, especially since we have the sinful and essence… The colour ranges are amazing, and I love that they have so many colours, that are so similiar, but not the same. I love their twill collection!
THERSIA KRUGEL
SOFT AND SUBTLE COLOUR IS THE COLOUR THIS SEASON. DEFINATELY A BUY
Xiluva Sophie Nwamba
I have just had a look at the autumn collection for 2013 and I cant wait to try Reccesionista!
Rokaya Motala
Such a fabulous range of colours.
Catherine Leong
Absolutely cannot go wrong with Essie. Amazing selection of colours and the quality has never disappointed.
Ayesha Abrahams
Never tried Essie before, but I hate it when my nail polish chips or makes bubbles. Let’s hope this one doesn’t! It looks good from what other reviewers have said. Perhaps I’ll give it a shot!