Shockwave (H)
ILNP Holographic Ultra Chrome Nail Polish
ILNP Shockwave (H) is a very cool-toned, medium-dark duochrome with a metallic finish. It is a permanent nail lacquer that retails for $12.50 and contains 0.4 oz.
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ILNP Shockwave (H) Holographic Ultra Chrome Nail Polish ($12.50 for 0.4 oz.) has a black base with multichromatic shift that went between vivid, ocean blue to cobalt blue to navy blue to subdued violet with holographic flakes. The holographic effect was like a starry sky as the flakes scattered and were slightly larger, so they were more visible and almost sat in the foreground with the multichrome portion sitting in the background.
The polish was smooth, fluid, and easy to navigate around the edges of my nails as it did not pool. I also felt like brush strokes were the easiest to control and least visible with this shade compared to the other dozen or so multichrome shades I've tried from the brand.
Per the brand, it has its maximum coverage in two to three coats. In the swatches, I've applied two coats and then one layer of Zoya Armor top coat (though I added Zoya Anchor as a base coat when I tested for longevity), which was sufficient for full coverage. I wore this shade for 10 days and had minor tip wear and no chips.
As a FYI, the brand offers this shade with and without holographic micro-flakes--shades designated with "(H") include the holographic micro-flakes.
FURTHER READING: Formula Overview, which is a detailed review of the range as a whole.
Shockwave (H)
PPermanent. $12.50.
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