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Finishes

Shape, length past the fingertip, art and finish, one at a time.

What to notice

How the surface catches the light. Lighting and products change it, so a finish does not show how it was done.

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6 terms to explore
Glossy Finish
A visibly glossy, high-shine finish, regardless of product used.
Matte Nails
A visibly matte, shine-free finish, regardless of product used.
Chrome
Mirror-metallic finish.
Glitter Nails
Visible reflective glitter-like flecks across the nail.
Glossy
A visibly reflective, polished-looking finish.
Matte
Flat, shine-free finish.