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Hi loves! I have this months Polish Pickup to share with you. If you don't already know, Polish Pickup is a Facebook group where makers create a polish/product based on a certain theme and all of the polish/products are sold in the Polish Pickup store at the beginning of each month. Customers then get to pick which polishes/products they want and pay a flat rate shipping! (shipping info at the bottom of the posts)
The May 2022 theme is National Parks & Landmarks!
And I have 34 of those polishes and products to share with you today!
Live Swatches:
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Photo Disclaimers:
*All photos are taken indoors under 30W Daylight Bulbs with a Canon DSLR Camera.
*I angle my hand in direct lighting as well as low lighting to capture as many of the shifts as I am able.
*All photos shown with a fast dry top coat unless otherwise stated.
*All Magnetic Particles in a polish disperses over time, in my experience 9 times out of 10 I am unable to keep a thin, crisp line to stay put (unless using a gel magnetic polish); my photos are shown with a 20+ minute dry time so the magnetic line may seem more crisp then if I were to have kept the polish on for longer.
*My Reflective swatches are also shown with low lighting and camera flash.
Anchor & Heart Lacquer-Cadillac Mountain Sunrise
Inspired by Cadillac Mountain in Acadia National Park, which has a reputation for incredible sunrises.
Described as a cornflower blue jelly base with orange to pink shifting shimmer and shifting pink/gold/green iridescent flakies.
Shown here in 2 coats, plus top coat. Formula was good and applied well. Dries with subtle texture so a top coat is needed for a full, glossy finish.
13.00 || No Cap || 15ml
By Dany Vianna-Ibis Escarlate
Inspired by the bird with the same name. Dany first saw it in the 'Mangal das Garcas' park in Belém - Para, in the northern region of Brazil. She was absolutely mesmerized by their very vibrant colors in the sun. Described as a red orange neon base with foil gold aurora shimmer.
Shown here in 2 coats, plus top coat. Formula was good and applied well. Dries smoothly with no texture however a top coat is still recommended for a full, glossy finish.
13.00 || 300 Cap || 11ml
Cameo Colours Lacquers-Gorgeous Grinnell Lake
Inspired by Grinnell Lake in Glacier National Park. Described as a light grey crelly base with holo sparkle, a dash of indigo/purple shifting shimmer, full of lime/blue/gold UCC flakes, turquoise green and blue metallic flakes, a smattering of lime/gold iridescent microglitter, and silver holo micro flakes.
Shown here in 3 coats, plus top coat. Formula was sheer but builds up well. Dries with some texture so a top coat is needed for a full, glossy finish.
11.50 || 150 Cap || 15ml
Colores de Carol-Mosaicos
Inspired by a photo of the Ben Gurion Park in Pachuca, Mexico.
Described as a multi chrome base with a multidimensional magnetic effect, holographic micro flakes and UCC flakes.
Shown here in 2 coats, plus top coat. Formula was good and applied well. Dries with subtle texture so a top coat is needed for a full, glossy finish.
13.50 || 300 Cap || 15ml
Crystal Knockout-Fat Bear
Inspired by Katmai National Park’s annual fat bear contest-a celebration of success and survival. It is a way to celebrate the resilience, adaptability and strength of Katmai's brown bears.
Described as a bright coral-orange jelly base with crystal chameleon flakes in pink, green, gold, copper, and orange, and iridescent color-shifting glitters in multiple sizes.
Shown here in 2 coats, plus top coat. Formula was good and applied well. Dries with some texture so a top coat is needed for a full, glossy finish.
11.00 || No Cap || 15ml
Cupcake Polish-Big Bend
Inspired by the Big Bend which is famous for being a spot where you can see the Milky Way very well because of its isolated location. Described as a navy blue nail polish with gold/green multichrome shimmer and a hint of silver reflective glitter to mimic the Milky Way swirling in the night sky.
Shown here in 2 coats, plus top coat. Formula was good and applied well. Dries with a good amount of texture so I sealed this with 1 coat of Glitter Grabber plus 1 coat of a fast dry top coat.
13.00 || No Cap|| 15ml
Ethereal Lacquer-Canyon
Inspired by the Lower Antelope Canyon.
Described as a beigy taupe base to mimic the look of desert sand, holographic flakies to mirror the rainbow iridescence of sand when light hits it and a pink to orange shimmer to add a striking contrast to its earthy base.
Shown here in 2 coats, plus top coat. Formula was good and applied well. Dries smoothly with no texture however a top coat is still recommended for a full, glossy finish.
13.00 || No Cap || 15ml
20% of sales will be going towards the Navajo Water Project. A not for profit charity that is helping to provide tapped water to families on the Navajo Nation.
Fair Maiden Polish-La Dame de fer
Inspired by The Eiffel Tower. La Dame de fer translates to "The Iron Lady," which is a nickname the French have given the Eiffel Tower. Described as a classic "blurple" with a striking red aurora shimmer finished with reflective glitter.
Shown here in 3 coats, plus top coat. Formula was good and applied well. Dries with some texture so a top coat is needed for a full, glossy finish.
12.50 || No Cap || 15ml
Garden Path Lacquers-Take To The Sky
Inspired by a vibrant purple and orange sunset over the Grand Canyon.
Described as a a saturated, blue-leaning purple base filled with red to orange Aurora shimmer, holographic micro flakes, and red to purple shifting iridescent flakes..
Shown here in 2 coats, plus top coat. Formula was good and applied well. Dries with some texture so a top coat is needed for a full, glossy finish.
13.00 || No Cap || 12ml
Glisten & Glow-Northern Lights at Acadia
Inspired by The Northern Lights from the view of Acadia National Park.
Described as a reflective glitter polish loaded with flashes of blue, purple, green and silver! Under low lighting, a gray hue with purple under tones shines through the reflective sparkles. Under bright light or with the use of flash, the reflective sparkle morphs into a stunning display of flashes of blue, purple, green and silver. Every angle and every lighting shows something unique!
Shown here in 2 coats, plus top coat. Formula was good and applied well. Dries with a good amount of texture so I sealed this with 1 coat of Glitter Grabber plus 1 coat of a fast dry top coat.
13.00 || No Cap || 15ml
Glisten & Glow-Cuticle Remover
Glisten & Glow’s Cuticle Remover softens and removes excess cuticle as well as eponychium skin and comes in their new 1oz. bottle with easy to use dropper applicator.
A simple squeeze of the dropper pulls up the cuticle remover, and with another squeeze you can
dispense the cuticle remover on your cuticles and nail plate areas. This is the much larger size of the same amazing cuticle remover in the pen/brush applicator.
Scent: Calm Seas
A mild aroma of the salty sea with a clean fresh vibe.
Inspired by the coastal waters which surround Acadia National Park in Maine.
Directions:
Apply generously to the cuticle area and let it sit for 60 seconds. Next, gently push back
with your favorite tool. Finally, wash hands and cuticles thoroughly with soap and water.
Glisten & Glow Cuticle Remover Pen contains: distilled water, potassium hydroxide, coconut oil and fragrance.
13.00 || No Cap
Great Lakes Lacquers-Kitch-iti-kipi
Inspired by the 'Big Spring' in the upper peninsula of Michigan. Nicknamed “Mirror of Heaven'' by ancient Chippewas, this must-see site reflects its surroundings year-round on crystal-clear waters. Described as a sheer lapis base with a vividly glowing lime green to aqua to cobalt shifting shimmer.
Shown here in 2 coats, plus top coat. Formula was good and applied well. Dries smoothly with no texture however a top coat is still recommended for a full, glossy finish.
13.00 || No Cap || 15ml
Healthy Fawns-Makeup Bag
Save The Turtles makeup bag is a 100% cotton bag. It features gorgeous sea turtles on the outside with color coordinated, ocean inspired, tie-dye cotton on the inside with an aurora electroplated zipper, and rainbow zipper tape. It was inspired by the Cape Hatteras National Seashore and their Sea Turtles that can be seen laying eggs from mid-May through August and their babies can hatch from July through September.
17.00 || 72 Cap
Healthy Fawns will be donating $1 per bag sold to the Karen Beasley Sea TurtleRescue and Rehabilitation Center (https://www.seaturtlehospital.org)
Heather's Hues-Southern Lights
Inspired by Bruny Island which is apparently the place to be to see the aurora australis, aka the southern lights. Described as a multichrome magnetic that’s shifts between red, pink, copper, gold, and green. It has red/orange/gold/green iridescent flakes and silver reflective glitter.
Shown here in 2 coats, plus top coat. Formula was good and applied well. Dries with some texture so a top coat is needed for a full, glossy finish.
13.00 || 250 Cap || 15ml
Hearts & Promises-One Upon A Time
Inspired by Cinderellas castle. Described as a magical linear holo light purple polish loaded with gold flakies and shimmer as well as blue/purple UCC flakies.
Shown here in 3 coats, plus top coat. Formula was sheer but builds up well. Dries with subtle texture so a top coat is needed for a full, glossy finish.
13.00 || 300 Cap || 15ml
Jior Couture-La Citadelle- Cap Haitien, Haiti
Inspired by the magnificent La Citadelle in Cap-Haitien, Haiti. La Citadelle was build by former enslaved people after fighting for their freedom. It is the largest fortress in the Americas. The main purpose of La Citadelle was to prevent possible attacks from the French troops. La Citadelle was built with an angular design which gives it a different form when viewed from different angles. When viewed from the sea, La Citadelle looks like a ship atop a mountain! La Citadelle is such a beloved National landmark in Hait that it is featured on Haitian currency.
Described as a Caribbean green/blue(cool) to lush foliage green(warm) thermal with iridescent gold, silver, green and red-copper microglitter that also glows in the dark.
Shown here in 3 coats, plus top coat. Formula was sheer but built up well. Dries with a good amount of texture so I sealed this with 1 coat of Glitter Grabber plus 1 coat of a fast dry top coat.
13.50 || No Cap || 12ml
KBshimmer-Superior Sunset
Inspired by Sunsets over Lake Superior in Northern Minnesota.
Described as a fuchsia-leaning magenta nail polish. This pink shade is amplified by a color-shifting shimmer that shifts through hues of green, blue, aqua, and sometimes hints of indigo. Gleaming bits of reflective glitter catch the light for an amazing sparkle, even in lower light.
Shown here in 2 coats, plus top coat. Formula was good and applied well. Dries with a good amount of texture so I sealed this with 1 coat of KBS Smooth Moves plus 1 coat of a fast dry top coat.
11.50 || No Cap || 15ml
KBshimmer-Sugar Scrub
"Mixed Up Mango Hand & Body Scrub"
A tropical retreat in a jar. Indulge in this lush scrub scented with ripe and slightly floral mango, tart yuzu and juicy lychee berries. A hint of watery cucumber accents the hints of sugary vanilla and coconut cream, for a refreshing scent-sation that will transition your mind and body to the tropics any time of the year.
10.00 || No Cap || 9.5 fl oz.
Lemming Lacquer-Garden Rhapsody
Inspired by Garden Rhapsody, a light and sound show at the Gardens by the Bay in Singapore.
Described as a grape jelly with turquoise/blue/purple shimmer and reflective glitter.
Shown here in 2 coats, plus top coat. Formula was good and applied well. Dries with some texture so a top coat is needed for a full, glossy finish.
13.00 || 200 Cap || 15ml
LynBdesigns-Picture This
Inspired by the Pictured Rocks Lakeshore in Lake Superior.
Described as a blue/purple/pink/orange/yellow multichrome with added holo sparkle.
Shown here in 2 coats, plus top coat. Formula was good and applied well. Dries smoothly with no texture however a top coat is still recommended for a full, glossy finish.
13.00 || No Cap || 15ml
LynBdesigns-Wax Melt
"Walk in the Park" - inspired by the perfect fall walk in a national forest. Leaves changing, a crisp spice in the air, and absolute perfection.
Top Scent Notes- vanilla bean, almond, caramel, fir needle, orange
Middle Scent Notes- coriander, ginger, bay leaf, clove, cinnamon, birch, cedar wood
Bottom Scent Notes- leather, amber, tonka, smoky woods, cashmere musks
5.00 || 110 Cap || 2.5oz
MTK Design-Spirit of St. Helen
Inspired by Mount St Helens & Spirit Lake.
Described as a dusty pale celery green (warm) to periwinkle blue (cool) thermal with a bit of purple mid temp transition; accented with a sprinkling of copper and pink sparkles and copper shimmer.
Shown here in 2 coats, plus top coat. Formula was good and applied well. Dries smoothly with no texture however a top coat is still recommended for a full, glossy finish.
12.00 || No cap || 15ml
Nail Artisan Cosmetics-Knock Your Rocks Off!
Inspired by the Antelope Canyons in Arizona.
Described as a rich multichrome base that shifts from purple pink, burnt red and green. Finished with a light dusting of reflective holographic glitter for that extra little glimmer.
Shown here in 2 coats, plus top coat. Formula was good and applied well. Dries with very subtle texture so a top coat is needed for a full, glossy finish.
13.50 || 150 Cap || 10ml
Native War Paints-Mighty Mac
Inspired by the Mackinac Bridge.
Described as a lavender gray crelly with teal/blue/purple shimmer and scattered holo.
Shown here in 2 coats, plus top coat. Formula was good and applied well. If you have more of a free edge than I do then you may need 3 coats for full opacity. Dries smoothly with no texture however a top coat is still recommended for a full, glossy finish.
12.75 || 150 Cap || 15ml
Night Owl Lacquer-Delicate Arch
Inspired by the Arches National Park in Utah.
Described as a pale peach linear holographic with rose gold to gold shifting shimmer.
Shown here in 2 coats, plus top coat. Formula was good and applied well. Dries smoothly with no texture however a top coat is still recommended for a full, glossy finish.
13.00 || No Cap || 15ml
Pampered Polishes-Museum Of The Future
Inspired by the museum in Dubai.
Described as a metallic silver base with a scattered holo and irregular black flakes.
Shown here in 3 coats, plus top coat. Formula was sheer but builds up well. Dries with some texture so a top coat is needed for a full, glossy finish.
12.00 || No cap || 15ml
Patty Lopes-Mumtaz Mahal
Inspired by the Taj Mahal.
Described as a clear base with blue and black metallic flakies, multichrome flakies and silver reflective glitter.
Shown here in 3 coats, plus top coat. Formula was sheer but builds up pretty well. Dries with a good amount of texture so I sealed this with 1 coat of Glitter Grabber plus 1 coat of a fast dry top coat.
13.00 || 300 Cap || 11ml
Penelope Luz-Wat Srisuphan
Inspired by the silver temple in Thailand.
Described as a silver ultra chrome polish with silver reflective glitter.
Shown here in 2 coats, plus top coat. Formula was good and applied well. Dries with a good amount of texture so I sealed this with 1 coat of Glitter Grabber plus 1 coat of a fast dry top coat.
13.00 || 700 Cap || 10ml
Poetry Cowgirl Nail Polish-On The Wild Colorado
Inspired by Horseshoe Bend.
Described as a deep forest green base loaded with strong red/orange/gold/green shifting shimmer and a scattering of blue/purple/magenta small particle UCC flakies.
Shown here in 3 coats, plus top coat. Formula was good and applied well. Dries with subtle texture so a top coat is needed for a full, glossy finish.
14.00 || No Cap || 15ml
Rogue Lacquer-Purple Mountain Majesty
Inspired by The Grand Tetons.
Described as a turquoise base with metallic purple flakes.
Shown here in 2 coats, plus top coat. Formula was good and applied well. Dries with subtle texture so a top coat is needed for a full, glossy finish.
12.00 || No Cap || 13ml
Sassy Sauce Polish-Zion Sunset
Inspired by Zion National Park in Utah.
Described as a rustic cream base with a strong rose shimmer.
Shown here in 2 coats, plus top coat. Formula was good and applied well. Dries smoothly with no texture however a top coat is still recommended for a full, glossy finish.
12.50 || 300 Cap || 15ml
Sweet Heart Polish-Save The Turtles
Inspired by Cape Hatteras National Seashore and their Sea Turtles that can be seen laying eggs from mid-May through August and their babies can hatch from July through September.
Described as a pale blue shimmer with a green flash and splash of linear holo.
Shown here in 2 coats, plus top coat. Formula was good and applied well. Dries smoothly with no texture however a top coat is still recommended for a full, glossy finish.
10.50 || No Cap || 15ml
Sweet Heart Polish will be donating $1 per bottle sold to the Karen Beasley Sea TurtleRescue and Rehabilitation Center (https://www.seaturtlehospital.org)
Vibrant Vinyls-Double Bond Base Coat
"Treat Yo' Self"
Inspired by the show Parks and Rec. Treat Yo' Self to an island cocktail that blends juicy orange, sweet coconut, tangy pineapple, lemon, açaí berry, maraschino cherry and a hint of vanilla rum.
A 2 in 1 base coat that is formulated with proteins to fill imperfections and ridges on the surface of the nail leaving you with a smooth even base ready for polish. Many ridge filling base coats do not offer a very long wear time and they tend to chip faster. VV added their sticky bond base coat to a ridge filler to grab onto your polish and keep it there. Extended wear time, durability, and overall look.
Shown here in 1 coat alone and under nail art.
8.00 || No Cap || 15ml
Vibrant Vinyls-Fast & Hard Top Coat
"Treat Yo' Self"
Inspired by the show Parks and Rec. Treat Yo' Self to an island cocktail that blends juicy orange, sweet coconut, tangy pineapple, lemon, açaí berry, maraschino cherry and a hint of vanilla rum.
A fast drying super glossy shine top coat that lasts up to 2 weeks. Dries rock hard in 15 minutes providing the perfect base for vinyls, stamping, or other nail art. No shrinkage and doesn't dull holo's. Flat, semi-wide brush picks up the perfect amount and glides across the nail smoothly providing quick, even coverage. Also prevents yellowing, fading, and chipping of polish.
Shown here in 1 coat over nail art.
8.00 || No Cap || 15ml
Available May 6th-9th at 11 est.
New Polish Pickup Shipping Info:
-Packages weighing 0.0oz - 7.0oz will still be $3. Think of this as about three polishes. For most folks, this means that shipping will be just the same as it always has been. If you like to grab just a few polishes or items over the weekend, then you'll continue to pay the same $3.
-Packages weighing 7.1oz + will now ship for $5.
How does this apply to combined orders?
Don't worry, fellow chain-shoppers! This change applies to the total weight of all the orders you place over the weekend. So if you grab a polish and top coat on Friday, you can still go back and grab the waterslide decals on Monday and still stay under the $3 weight class.
Will I still get my combined shipping refunds?
Yes, absolutely! No matter what insanity the USPS engages PPU are 100% committed to keeping the combined shipping x refunds concept.
How will refunds work?
Basically the same as they always have.
If you make three purchases over the weekend, each over 7.1oz, then you will see a $10 refund later in the month.
If you place three 4oz orders over the weekend, your final shipping total will be $5. You can expect a $4 refund coming your way soon.
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