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Polish Glossary of Finishes

Polish Glossary of Finishes

Olive & June has over 200 polishes in a variety of finishes. Letโ€™s meet them!


OPAQUE - full color coverage, completely non-translucent. Example: CV

IRIDESCENT - luminous rainbow shimmer that shifts as it moves. Example: Pink Goldfish

GLITTER - sparkly particles that shine Example: Party Pants

METALLIC - shiny with a metal-like finish Example: OJPAS

SHIMMER - smaller particles of sparkle Example: thats<3

FLAKE - larger pieces of metallic or iridescent particles Example: Is it too much?

SHEERS - translucent shades that offer a kiss of color Example: EC

JELLY - translucent, more saturated shades Example: Strawberries are in season right now/Luxe Loafer

MILKY - slightly more opaque than a sheer, with a cloudier, milk-like finish Example: Icing is the Best Part

MATTE - a finish devoid of shine - a soft, dry, flatter finish Example: Matte Top Coat

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