Opinion
Catrice product review: 3 favourites and 2 disappointments
by Natalie Hemengül
"Basic extras": Beauty products I no longer want to do without - Part 2
11.2.2025
Translation: machine translated
They are not necessities - and yet I can't do without them: my beauty basics. In the second part of my series, I'll introduce you to three more products that are always part of my make-up and skincare routine.
Fashion basics? We know them! A white T-shirt, a black coat or a well-fitting pair of jeans. Beauty equivalents would probably be things like deodorant, shower gel, a hairbrush and so on. The basic pillars of hygiene. In my opinion, however, there is another group of basics. These include a handful of specific recommendations that are not absolutely necessary, but which I believe could be extremely useful for many people. I call them "Basic Extras".
"Infinite Shine 3 Gloss" from O.P.I.
A gloss like from the nail salon - yes, I have fallen victim to this advertising promise several times. And after numerous manufacturers have broken my heart with empty phrases, one product has patched it up for me: the "Infinite Shine Gloss Topcoat" from O.P.I.. Admittedly, the finish is not one-to-one comparable with that from the UV lamp, but it still stands out among the many gel-effect nail polishes.
The product is actually part of the brand's three-step system. But forget the system, the varnish also works excellently beyond that. I combine it with different polishes from various manufacturers. The gloss gives my nails the finishing touch: a voluminous shine that is reminiscent of a gel manicure and - despite its thick consistency - dries surprisingly quickly.
"Space Cowboy" from Urban Decay
"Nail Polish Corrector" from Essence
What are your "Basic Extras?" Let me know in the comment column! By the way, you can find the first part of my series here:
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Natalie Hemengül
Senior Editor
Natalie.Hemenguel@digitecgalaxus.chAs a massive Disney fan, I see the world through rose-tinted glasses. I worship series from the 90s and consider mermaids a religion. When I’m not dancing in glitter rain, I’m either hanging out at pyjama parties or sitting at my make-up table. P.S. I love you, bacon, garlic and onions.
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