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    Nail Art Craze: Illamasqua Speckled Egg Polish

    Nail art is a look that is still going strong, but with it being easy-peasy to try and affordable, there's no wonder it's proving such a popular ongoing beauty trend.

    By Fiona Raisbeck
    Published 14 March 2013 In Features

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    Nail art is a look that is still going strong, but with it being easy-peasy to try and affordable, there's no wonder it's proving such a popular ongoing beauty trend.

    Nail art trends are limitless, but the latest craze rocking our pinkies? It has to be the speckled egg effect (fitting with Easter just around the corner!).

    Illamasqua is leading the way when it comes to nail art polishes in this style, offering varnishes in an array of pretty pastel shades that resemble Cadbury's chocolate mini eggs.

    The colours are easy to apply and dry in speedy time, plus the polishes have a chip resistant formula that ensures your nail art looks in tip-top shape for longer without reapplication.

    The must-have nail art shades include duck egg blue ('Fragile'), vibrant purple ('Speckle'), moss green ('Mottle'), blush pink ('Scarce') and brown ('Freckle'), and at just £14.50 a pop we'll be stocking up our nail art polish collection with several.

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    The Illamasqua speckled egg varnishes are available to buy now on the beauty brand's website.

    Will you be giving this nail art look a go?

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