Name: Nail Polish in Prince Charming
Brand: Orly
Size: 0.6oz
Price: $8.50
From SallyBeauty’s website:
Natural pearl for shine and durability
Streak-free coverage
Fast-drying
What I liked:
- neutral shade, perfect for any occasion
- good colour payoff
- lovely texture, easy to apply, no streaks
- fast drying time
What I didn’t like:
- chips quickly
I don’t know about you, but when I think about Prince Charming, I think about a blue suit, gold embroidery, a red mantle, a white steed.. definitely not muddy greyish brown shades. These kind of shades may be pretty and wearable, but still I wouldn’t describe them as charming. So, I’m not sure what Orly were thinking when they named this chocolatey taupe with grey undertones and a shiny finish Prince Charming.. Mmmm
Prince Charming may fail to enchant you with its colour, but it will make you fall in love with its ease of application and fast drying time. The consistency, which is on the thinner side, glides smoothly on the nails, leaving behind an opaque layer of colour with just one coat (although I recommend you apply two for a richer, more vibrant effect) with no streaks. In a few minutes, it’s completely dry.
However, Prince Charming has commitment issues. He doesn’t seem to want to hang around long. The day after I had applied it, I could already see some tip wear. On day 4 I had to remove it cos the chipping was beginning to be quite evident. With a top coat, you can make it last for a couple more days, but still I was disappointed to see tip wear and chipping so soon when used on its own.
Available at: Amazon and SallyBeauty.com
Summary
Orly Nail Polish in Prince Charming is a greyish brown shade with a shiny finish, good colour payoff and a thin texture that applies easily without streaks. It dries fast but doesn’t last very long.
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aww too bad prince charming had to be in this shade…definitely not something that I fancy. I own a couple of Orly polishes but generally not very impressed by them.
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Xin, it’s a weird name for such a brown colour, isn’t it?
Before I looked at the photo, I pictured a shimmery cool-toned blue with purple and royal blue shimmer. Even a little bit of silver in there because when I picture a prince, he’s beautiful and shiny
Sorry I’ve been so busy! The name should be “Need a Rinse Charming?” He must be some dirty prince to be so muddy in color.
I really admire how dedicated you are. You post daily and put so much time in your descriptions and reviews! You truly test out each product before you review it. Thank you.
Janessa, lol. What a great and appropriate name for such a muddy shade! I don’t know what they were thinking at Orly to name this shade Prince Charming.. who pictures a prince in this brown colour?! He must be dirty indeed lol. I love the shade you described, too bad they didn’t release something like that instead!
Aww thank you. And don’t worry hun, just take it easy.
Oh my! I do agree with Janessa, Charming does need a rinse! I too was expecting a shade of blue. I’ve never tried any Orly nailpolishes so I appreciate your review. I’m not sure I would go for them, unless they have “the shade”.
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Icaria, I would have expected something blue too. This came with a magazine and when I looked at the name of the shade at the bottom of the bottle, I was kinda shocked to find it was called Prince Charming. Such an inappropriate name for a shade like this.
I really like the formula of Orly polishes, but their lasting power is disappointing.
Oh, this is SO me! Will have to get my mits on this one!
Viv, if you like brown shades, you’ll love this one. It’s rich and has a lovely formula.