This week we’re finishing our guide on nail polish finishes with the last 8 types. Get ready to explore unique textures and finishes for your nails!

Unicorn or Mermaid

Nail polishes labeled as "unicorn" or "mermaid" are essentially iridescent. These are just fancier names for iridescent finishes, which create a magical color shift effect.

Flakes or Flakies

Unlike glitter, flakies are not made from plastic film. They have irregular shapes and sizes, which makes them ideal for creative nail art. Plus, they’re much easier to remove than glitter.

Neon

Neon nail polishes are usually creams or jellies with vibrant, bright colors. These shades are similar to highlighter pens, offering a bold and eye-catching finish.

Crackle

Crackle nail polishes are typically black and used as a topper over other polishes. As the crackle polish dries, it shrinks and creates irregular shapes, giving your nails a unique and textured appearance.

Thermal

Thermal nail polish changes color based on temperature. When your nails are cold, they’ll show one color, and when they warm up, they’ll shift to another. With long nails, you may see a color gradient from the nail bed to the tips.

Glow in the Dark

As the name suggests, this type of polish glows in the dark after exposure to UV light or blacklight, giving your nails a fun, glowing effect at night.

Solar

Solar polishes change color when exposed to sunlight. Under UV rays, they can shift hues, giving you a different look in the shade versus direct sunlight.

Magnetic

Magnetic nail polishes contain tiny metal particles that can be magnetized. When a magnet is placed over wet polish, these particles move to create unique effects, like the popular cat eye design.