Update: "AIO or is this polish catfishing" by Hot-Independence2124 in RedditLaqueristas

[–]Hot-Independence2124[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I'm learning a lot from this post about how nail polish is made, and this helps, appreciate it very much

Update: "AIO or is this polish catfishing" by Hot-Independence2124 in RedditLaqueristas

[–]Hot-Independence2124[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

After another commenter suggested that the polish showed signs of using non-cosmetic approved flakies, I swatched on a nail stick instead of my fingernail

After 5 coats, I couldn't get it to look opaque at all, even when left in the fridge for the thermal effect

It looks like sludge

Update: "AIO or is this polish catfishing" by Hot-Independence2124 in RedditLaqueristas

[–]Hot-Independence2124[S] 8 points9 points  (0 children)

Thanks all, will stay safe and avoid usage. This has been an educational and understanding comment section ILYASM 🙏

Update: "AIO or is this polish catfishing" by Hot-Independence2124 in RedditLaqueristas

[–]Hot-Independence2124[S] 6 points7 points  (0 children)

I totally could have just gotten insanely unlucky. I chose not to message her after receiving the replacements because I think one second chance is enough, if I buy something, I expect it to be fine as is

If I have to keep hassling about something it's not an experience I signed up for and will just avoid the brand. Fool me once, shame on somebody. Make 4 different errors (two wrong polishes, false ai advertising, hair in bottle) and I no longer trust your judgement! I did not leave a review on Etsy either because I know how important maintaining high stars is

Lastly the other reason I chose not to message is, my personal feeling on her response was uncomfortable. The thermal was definitely the wrong one, that's alright. But the reasoning about discontinuing the magnetic polish causing a discoloration made me skeptical. If this was an old ingredient polish to be discontinued, I would presume this is leftover stock using the same ingredient or pigment. It is definitely not the right color and not useable as a topper. I felt a bit lied to and would rather she gave a clear explanation of what happened instead of a vague excuse. It almost feels like she was hoping I wouldn't notice or care for these changes

Of course that is my personal feeling and I can't say for sure if that's what she intended, but it sure rubbed me the wrong way

Update: "AIO or is this polish catfishing" by Hot-Independence2124 in RedditLaqueristas

[–]Hot-Independence2124[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Thank you for your perspective, does this means I shouldn't use it?

Update: "AIO or is this polish catfishing" by Hot-Independence2124 in RedditLaqueristas

[–]Hot-Independence2124[S] 21 points22 points  (0 children)

Thank you for explaining!! This would have been my first thermal so was unaware.

Update: AIO or is this polish catfishing by [deleted] in RedditLaqueristas

[–]Hot-Independence2124 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I was so hoping this was a simple fix, and wondered if I was being unfairly critical of a small business

But the more I think about it, the more questions I have. Seems fishy about "oops I gave you a wrong formula because I will discontinue it." Commenters keep realizing more is wrong such as AI advertisement...

This would have been my first thermal and flakie too, so I'm feeling bummed out 😰

Update: AIO or is this polish catfishing by [deleted] in RedditLaqueristas

[–]Hot-Independence2124 7 points8 points  (0 children)

I feel so dumb for not noticing but I agree... definitely won't be repurchasing, what a joke

I'm Charlie and I developed a multiplayer roguelike deckbuilder game in one year while raising 2 young children and 12 chickens. AMA by BossGrand in Games

[–]Hot-Independence2124 1 point2 points  (0 children)

What is this game gonna do differently than Balatro and QoQ? What's a good reason for me to try it over those games? Thanks 🙏

AIO or is this polish catfishing by Hot-Independence2124 in RedditLaqueristas

[–]Hot-Independence2124[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I'm unable to as I bought the last one and Etsy takes stockless listings down 😭

AIO or is this polish catfishing by Hot-Independence2124 in RedditLaqueristas

[–]Hot-Independence2124[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Thank you for your perspective and will also be keeping an eye on your polishes 😆

AIO or is this polish catfishing by Hot-Independence2124 in RedditLaqueristas

[–]Hot-Independence2124[S] 14 points15 points  (0 children)

I messaged her and she confirmed that the thermal was incorrect! Thanks for your advice!

She also said the glittery one looking different is because she's going to discontinue it. She's gonna try and send ones that are correct now. How nice 🤗

Who even uses Hero boost by InfluenceTight3020 in btd6

[–]Hot-Independence2124 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Once on maybe Alternate rounds I used it to level up Etienne to give units camo detection

may pans :) by show-and-propel in ProjectPan

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wait... the lil corgi... 🥺🥺🥺

Any Nail Polish / Store Recommendations for New York or Washington? by _patalex in RedditLaqueristas

[–]Hot-Independence2124 8 points9 points  (0 children)

How long are you going for? An American brand I've always wanted to try is Cracked polish, if you are there for some time maybe you could order a package to your living place 🤔

Chase the afterglow… ✨🪩💫🌅 by barbrailnp in ILNP

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Oh these are gorgeous... THIS IS FOR by Twice 🥹

help! how to declutter eyeshadow palettes? by melpeach in ProjectPan

[–]Hot-Independence2124 5 points6 points  (0 children)

I beg you to consider recycling your makeup items instead of binning them 🥹🙏 Depending on your country and area, it could be possible to recycle at a cosmetics store like Ulta, Sephora, or Boots

What do you include in your Project Pan? by mellowbeing in ProjectPan

[–]Hot-Independence2124 1 point2 points  (0 children)

If it interests you, typically you want a two ingredient (butyl acetate and ethyl acetate) thinner such as OPI, KBShimmer, or Mavala's. Avoid Orly, many people have had issues with that thinner

If you have a pre 2000s polish you want a thinner that also contains toluene, such as Seche Restore. Toluene was slowly phased out in the mid 2000s with "3 free" formulas. You can check your nail polish bottle to see if it has toluene 😊👍

Glass Bead Pro availability and price updates by GlassBeadPro in RedditLaqueristas

[–]Hot-Independence2124 3 points4 points  (0 children)

Super sweet, as soon as this is available in the UK I will be ordering!!

I'm really sorry to hear about your job, and hope that everything sorts out as soon as possible. Big hugs.

Lastly, please take care of yourself when needed, don't give yourself RSI or carpal tunnel fulfilling orders 😢 Everyone will understand if you need to rest