Dior Diablotine (643) Nail Lacquer ($24.00 for 0.33 fl. oz.) is described as a “sparkling poppy red.” It’s a bold, bright red with warm, orange undertones and soft flecks of sparkle. MAC Vivid Effect is less shimmery and lighter. Dior Merveille is slightly darker. Rescue Beauty Lounge Poppy is redder, darker. Essie Too Too Hot is redder. See comparison swatches.

It has rich, intense color payoff and yielded full color coverage in two coats. The consistency was nicely balanced and wasn’t too thick or too thin, so the polish flowed well across the nail and never streaked, bubbled, or pooled along the edge. Dior’s wider brush makes it easier to apply one coat smoothly and evenly, and it minimizes any chance of brush strokes (no visible ones here). The finish is amazing; it is subtle but sparkling–perfect for summer–and shiny without needing a top coat. I usually get a week of wear with no chipping, just minor tip wear, with Dior’s formula.

Dior Diablotine (643) Nail Lacquer

Dior Diablotine (643) Nail Lacquer

Dior Diablotine (643) Nail Lacquer

Dior Diablotine (643) Nail Lacquer

Dior Diablotine (643) Nail Lacquer

Dior Diablotine (643) Nail Lacquer

Dior Diablotine (643) Nail Lacquer

Dior Diablotine (643) Nail Lacquer

Dior Diablotine (643) Nail Lacquer

Dior Diablotine (643) Nail Lacquer