WHAT IS INDIE POLISH?
"Indie Nail Polish" is a niche subset of the nail polish industry. "Indie brands" are independently owned and operated small businesses (hence the term "Indie"), and are usually run by one person, who blends small batches of nail polish base with all manner of pigments and glitters, to create little bottles of magic for their customers to paint their nails with.
Indie nail polish differs to mainstream brands of nail polish, as Indie polish makers have more creative freedom, and can follow colour and formula trends at a faster rate than the large manufactured brands. Some Indie brands also offer the ability to work with the owner to create a custom polish, something that is not very common in the commercial world.
While we're on the topic of formulas and finishes, please keep in mind that with Indie nail polish, there may be times when a little more work is required to get the absolute best out of your polish. Usually, you will require at least 2 thin coats of your colour to achieve the best depth and/or glitter dispersement. Other polishes may require a base colour (referred to as "Undies" in the nailpolish community) to look their best - especially when using a "Glitter Topper" style polish, where the polish may be translucent or clear, and packed with gorgeous glitters.
Most importantly, a good base coat and top coat is a MUST when using Indie nail polish, and don't forget to 'wrap your tips'.
Indie nail polish differs to mainstream brands of nail polish, as Indie polish makers have more creative freedom, and can follow colour and formula trends at a faster rate than the large manufactured brands. Some Indie brands also offer the ability to work with the owner to create a custom polish, something that is not very common in the commercial world.
While we're on the topic of formulas and finishes, please keep in mind that with Indie nail polish, there may be times when a little more work is required to get the absolute best out of your polish. Usually, you will require at least 2 thin coats of your colour to achieve the best depth and/or glitter dispersement. Other polishes may require a base colour (referred to as "Undies" in the nailpolish community) to look their best - especially when using a "Glitter Topper" style polish, where the polish may be translucent or clear, and packed with gorgeous glitters.
Most importantly, a good base coat and top coat is a MUST when using Indie nail polish, and don't forget to 'wrap your tips'.