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*TOP REVIEWER* kandy_rocks on 11/7/2004 3:28:00 PM more reviews by kandy_rocks

Age: 44-55   Skin: Normal   Hair: Blond   Eyes: Green    

Mademoiselle is a staple of mine, one I hope to never be without. I am a cool toned LLL and this shade may appear invisible as some of the other reviewers stated, however what I love about it is that it does something like what foundation does for my skin. It perfects the look of my nails making them look like I wish they did naturally. This shade does not streak, applies with ease & dries to a glossy shine. I own & use a couple other sheer/nudes, however this is my all-time favorite and whenever I try another I wonder why I didn't just put on Mademoiselle lol!

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iris1037 on 11/5/2004 2:40:00 PM more reviews by iris1037

Age: 19-24   Skin: Normal, Fair-Medium   Hair: Blond   Eyes: Blue    

I have several Essie nailpolishes, all of which I love with the exception of Ballet Slippers because it becomes a streaky mess on me. I'd picked out another pink at the salon today, but the manicurist asked if I'd ever tried Mademoiselle, I said no, so I tried it. It's really gorgeous - - it just makes your nails look prettier than they already are without the "Hello I'm wearing nailpolish" vibe. If you're looking for something with more color, try Allure, but otherwise, it's great! Especially good for low-maintanance girls or for subtlety at work etc.

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*TOP REVIEWER* kbb2008 on 10/26/2004 4:48:00 PM more reviews by kbb2008

Age: 19-24   Skin: Combination   Hair: Blond   Eyes: Green    

When I first tried this, I thought it was clear, and I hated it, but I've changed my mind about it now. Its subtlety is really nice to me these days, and it's not as sheer as I first thought -- it's a nude look, but not the same as clear polish. This really is the consummate everyday shade if you like sheers, although oftentimes my nails are too yellowish at the tips for it to look good. Unless they're in really great shape, I prefer a more pigmented neutral like East Hampton Cottage.

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masonf on 10/11/2004 8:39:00 PM more reviews by masonf

Age: 25-29   Skin: Oily   Hair: Brown   Eyes: Green    

this is my HG nailpolish!! perfect color after 2 coats

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sues57 on 10/7/2004 10:11:00 PM more reviews by sues57

Age: 19-24   Skin: Oily   Hair: Blond   Eyes: Green    

I wrote a review of this quite a while ago, at that time, I LOVED Essie's colors. Now, because of the packaging, I will not buy Essie again, and I have about ten bottles now. The short white brush top cannot be gripped, the only way I can get the bottle open is to soak it in hot water, not something I feel like doing everytime I want to put a coat of polish on! I have Revlon and Estee Lauder polish, and I never have this problem with their longer brush tops. I HATE this sh*tty packaging. It's a shame, because otherwise, Essie a great nail polish. I just feel insulted by this horrible bottle design.

(Well, four years later, and I'm still using Essie. I still don't like the short brush, but hey, life's not perfect. I still love their pinks, they are my staple.)

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ErinT000 on 10/6/2004 4:47:00 PM more reviews by ErinT000

Age: 19-24   Skin: Combination   Hair: Red   Eyes: Hazel    

my HG polish!! until i used this, i didn't think i could even be excited about polish, but oh i am now. i saw this color in instyle or allure last year and thought i'd give it a try, and i haven't changed colors since, except a french manicure or two. it's a nude/peachy sheer that makes it look as if you're not wearing polish at all, you just have amazingly healthy nails. i get comments on my nails weekly, and i do them myself. no one thinks that i'm wearing a colored polish, just clear. however, my yellowish nails just look more yellow with clear polish, and amazing with this. i highly recommend you try this color!!

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*TOP REVIEWER* nnmca on 9/27/2004 9:49:00 PM more reviews by nnmca

Age: 30-35   Skin: Acne-prone, Fair-Medium   Hair: Blond   Eyes: Blue    

The perfect sheer nude for a polished, natural look. Goes on smoothly (unlike Ballet Slippers, which made a streaky mess on my nails), and looks great paired with a white tip. Makes the longest-lasting french mani for me - lasts a week, and I work in an animal shelter, so that's really saying something!

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Ecstacez on 9/26/2004 7:56:00 PM more reviews by Ecstacez

Age: 18 & Under   Skin: Acne-prone   Hair: Black   Eyes: Black    

I like this as an everyday sort of color.. it's pretty clear on me (MMM/GGG) with the slightest hint of pink.

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wgrape on 9/23/2004 4:37:00 PM more reviews by wgrape

Age: 25-29   Skin: Combination, Fair-Medium   Hair: Black   Eyes: Brown    

This is my little black dress.

It's perfect for work environments.

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*TOP REVIEWER* carinnemj on 9/18/2004 10:58:00 PM more reviews by carinnemj

Age: 19-24   Skin: Combination, Fair   Hair: Blond   Eyes: Blue    

After so many raves, I'm bewildered. Yes, it's nice that it doesn't streak or chip (hence the three stars), but the color...well, what color? This is totally clear on me, even with two coats. If I didn't already have a decent "your nails but better" polish (NARS Edelwiess), I could see liking this, but as it is, what's the point? Consider my lemming killed.

EDITED 10/6: Changed my mind, from 3 stars to 5 and yes to repurchase. It lasts and lasts, the color IS classic, and since it's only $4.50 at Bed, Bath & Beyond, I'm keeping it.

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ilovethe80s on 9/14/2004 5:10:00 AM more reviews by ilovethe80s

Age: 25-29   Skin: Normal   Hair: Brown   Eyes: Brown    

This is my go-to nail color when I just want a "natural, but a little bit prettier" nail look. Sheer w/ a little pink in it, not too girly or bubblegum, very classy.

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bluemadison on 9/9/2004 2:16:00 PM more reviews by bluemadison

Age: 19-24   Skin: Dry   Hair: Brown   Eyes: Blue    

I pair it with Essie 'picket fences' for a more natural looking french manicure. I get a lot of compliments when I have a french manicure with that combo. Essie is by far my favourite nail products brand.

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*TOP REVIEWER* spaflam on 8/25/2004 3:53:00 PM more reviews by spaflam

Age: 30-35   Skin: Dry, Fair, Cool   Hair: Brown, Wavy, Fine   Eyes: Green    

A great, sheer, classic pink - good for a french manicure or by itself. A total HG and a go-to classic pink/sheer shade that is timeless and elegant. I used Mlle again & again.



NICE!

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lysastone on 7/23/2004 11:48:00 PM more reviews by lysastone

Age: 36-43   Skin: Combination, Fair-Medium   Hair: Brown, Wavy   Eyes: Hazel    

The perfect shade. No matter that most of LA wears it with a french or alone. My HG nail polish.

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corrinna on 7/6/2004 1:41:00 PM more reviews by corrinna

Age: 30-35   Skin: Oily   Hair: Brown   Eyes: Blue    

I agree with other reviewers in that it is "your nails but better". Almost clear with a hint of natural nail colour. Makes nails appear smooth and shiny, like they have had a good buffing. Much better than the other Essie fave, Ballet Slippers, which I find too white.

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*TOP REVIEWER* jalin on 6/24/2004 11:53:00 AM more reviews by jalin

Age: 19-24   Skin: Other   Hair: Brunette   Eyes: Brown    

I recently chose this shade for a pedicure (layered over OPI Bubble Bath to give it a shade more pink) and I was not disappointed. This is a lovely milky sheer pink color. Essie has tons of neutrals that each have their own little twist.

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PrincessLina on 6/12/2004 11:12:00 PM more reviews by PrincessLina

Age: 25-29   Skin: Normal   Hair: Black   Eyes: Brown    

Finally found my signature color after my beloved Estee Lauder Sweet Pea ran out. I have scoured all over for the best nail polishes for me, and Mademoiselle is a jewel. I personally don't like dark shades on my fingers - I rather like more natural-looking colors. Essie goes on easily although honestly, when I first tried it, the polish ran to my fingertips. I am glad I did not give up. It dries fairly quickly, last quite long, and goes with any outfit on any occasion. Great with French manicures, too, even though I am still trying to master the art of French manicures. Yes, "my own nails, even better" - I even forget that I am wearing n/p. BTW I don't miss my Estee Lauder Sweet Pea.

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Daisy_D on 5/21/2004 3:41:00 PM more reviews by Daisy_D

Age: 25-29   Skin: Combination   Hair: Brown   Eyes: Blue    

Just a gorgeous shade. It is quite sheer but for me that makes it easier to apply. It dries very quickly, goes on super-smooth and lasts and lasts....it's my new staple, LOVE it!

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*TOP REVIEWER* Fiammetta on 5/10/2004 10:40:00 PM more reviews by Fiammetta

Age: 19-24   Skin: Dry, Fair, Warm   Hair: Red   Eyes: Brown    

This is a beautiful, sheer pink, great for an inobtrusive manicure-- and it isn't the least bit streaky. My mother, a manicurist, much prefers it to just about every other sheer pink.

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*TOP REVIEWER* emalc on 5/6/2004 8:56:00 PM more reviews by emalc

Age: 25-29   Skin: Combination, Fair-Medium   Hair: Brown   Eyes: Brown    

I definitely agree with the reveiwers who called this a "your nails but better" shade. It is very, very sheer, almost clear - but provides a smoothness of color and shine to natural nails that is wonderful.

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