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Shoppers Say This ‘Glamorous’ $6 Nail Polish From the 90s ‘Glimmers Like Dorothy’s Slippers'

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Some nail polishes are a vibe. Others? Full-blown cinematic glamour. China Glaze’s Ruby Pumps is the latter — a shimmery, rich red from the ’90s that refuses to fade into the beauty archive. At just $6, this ruby-hued micro-glitter polish is a favorite for nostalgic sparkle-lovers, salon diehards, and at-home manicure fans alike. As one reviewer put it, “Dorothy’s ruby red slippers don’t have anything on this shade.”

So, what makes Ruby Pumps a legend? The jelly-like red base is cool-toned and slightly berry-leaning, layered with fine silver-red microglitter that somehow manages to look luxe, not loud. “It absolutely lives up to its name,” one fan wrote. “It’s not a classic ‘apple’ red… the glitter makes this polish stand out and catches the light nicely.”

That multidimensional shimmer payoff? It’s giving glassy, grown-up sparkle — without any of the nightmare glitter removal. “Somehow, it manages not to be hard to take off with my acetone-free remover,” they added.

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Multiple reviewers note that the shimmery red nail polish wears like a dream, especially on toes. “I’ve had it on my toes for three weeks and it hasn’t chipped or worn off,” one person shared. “I have two layers on and it looks like I’ve got four layers.” That jelly-creme formula may feel light on the nail, but the payoff is serious — one or two coats will do the trick, with surprisingly quick dry time.

Even those who usually steer clear of red nail polish find themselves converted. “I’m not a big fan of red nail polishes, but I fell in love with this color when I saw it swatched,” one shopper admitted. “It sparkles beautifully in indoor lighting, but it comes to life in sunlight.”

And then there are the lifelong fans: “My mother-in-law always selects Ruby Pumps at her manicurist’s,” one reviewer wrote. “She’ll be thrilled to have her own bottle,” the reviewer said before adding, “Simply gorgeous. Rich. Deep. Glittery with class.”

So if your current nail polish collection feels a little flat, consider adding a touch of movie magic. After all, China Glaze’s Nail Polish in Ruby Pumps might just become your signature sparkle.

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