I mentioned in my last nail post that I think most of us go on the hunt for the perfect mint polish when spring and summer rolls around- you definitely know the warmer months have arrived when people start Instagramming their nails wearing Mint Candy Apple by Essie. I don't own Mint Candy Apple but I do get a lot of wear from the mint shades in my collection. Minted by Revlon is the newest addition but one I've worn a lot recently; the colour is so pretty and the formula of the Nail Enamels in general is spot on. Barry M's Mint Green was one I wore a lot last spring and summer, and I think will be something of an old faithful each year. I know that the textured nail trend is practically ancient history by now but I still happily wear the ones I own, the finish is quite subtle and Ridley Road by Barry M is easily the nicest colour of the four. I really wish Barry M did this exact shade in their standard or Hi-Shine formulas because I would be allll over that. Smarty Pants is slightly darker than the others, but an ideal budget mint polish. I do really like George cosmetics, if you've previously turned your nose up at the thought all I can say is don't knock 'em til you've tried 'em!
All of these are opaque in two coats and last for around the same three or four days until there's noticeable tip wear; longer if you're feeling particularly patient and apply a top coat. Of the four I do tend to gravitate more towards Revlon's Minted, but would highly recommend all of them if you're in the market for a new mint polish!
