Solvent Resistant Glitter for Nail Polish & Acrylic Dip Powders
100% Solvent Resistant. Engineered to withstand harsh ethyl acetate, butyl acetate, and UV photoinitiators without color bleeding, curling, or sinking in suspension bases.
Engineered Specifically for Nail Polish & Art
Nail lacquer and UV gel polish manufacturers require glitters that can survive prolonged immersion in aggressive organic solvents such as ethyl acetate, butyl acetate, nitrocellulose, and acrylic monomer liquids. Low-grade glitters quickly leach dye, swell, and curl at the edges, ruining the entire batch of polish.
MLM Cosmetic manufactures specialized solvent-resistant glitter using cross-linked, thermoset polyurethane barrier technology over vacuum-metallized optical PET. Our flakes maintain razor-sharp brilliance, true color integrity, and pristine suspension stability even after months of shelf storage in high-solvency nail systems.
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Material Specification Sheet
TDS-SPECRecommended Particle Sizes (1/4" to 1/500")
Select the optimal micron cut size for your formulation viscosity, spray tip nozzle, or printing screen mesh.
| Cut Size (Inch) | Micron (μm) | Metric (mm) | Mesh / Application Tip | Optics & Feel | Recommended Use Cases |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1/256" (0.004") | 100 μm | 0.10 mm | 140 Mesh | Ultra-dense micro shimmer, smooth single-coat coverage without texture | 1-step gel polishes, chrome shimmer bases, dip powder undertones |
| 1/128" (0.008") | 200 μm | 0.20 mm | 70 Mesh | Standard nail lacquer glitter, exceptional light reflection and easy brushing | Traditional solvent nail lacquer, UV gel toppers, acrylic powder mixes |
| 1/64" (0.015") | 400 μm | 0.40 mm | 40 Mesh | Chunky sparkle flakes that suspend evenly in thixotropic lacquer bases | Chunky glitter topcoats, nail art encapsulation, press-on nails |
| 1/24" to 1/8" & Shapes | 1000μm – 3000μm | 1.0 – 3.0 mm | Die-Cut Shapes | Precision shaped stars, moons, hearts, and hollow hex sequins | Builder gel inlays, 3D encapsulated acrylic nail art, salon collections |
Recommended Formulation Dosing & Carriers
Formulator guidelines for formulating suspension lacquers, UV gels, and acrylic dip systems:
Suspension Nail Lacquer
3.0% – 8.0% by weightUV/LED Gel Polish
4.0% – 12.0% by weightAcrylic & Dip Powder Blends
15.0% – 35.0% dry blend ratioClear Topcoat Encapsulation
Manual Placement or 5.0% in Clear GelCertified Lab Testing & Performance Metrics
Ethyl Acetate Immersion (90 Days)
UV Photostability (100h UV-A)
Monomer EMA Compatibility
Thickness Gauge Verification
Recommended Pigments & Glitter Lines
Proven material series formulated and batch-tested for Nail Polish & Art.
Frequently Asked Formulation Questions
Expert answers from our chemical engineers and regulatory specialists.
Q1.Can your glitter be used in pure acetone without dissolving?
Yes. Our solvent-resistant nail glitter is formulated with a cross-linked epoxy-polyurethane protective coat that withstands pure acetone, ethyl acetate, and butyl acetate without dissolving or losing reflectivity.
Q2.How do you prevent glitter from settling to the bottom of the bottle?
Settling is controlled by balancing flake thickness (we use ultra-light 12μm film) with a thixotropic suspension base (containing bentone clay or stearalkonium hectorite) at the proper yield value.
Q3.Do your glitters cure properly under standard 36W/48W/72W UV/LED lamps?
Yes. Our coatings do not absorb or block 365nm-405nm UV wavelengths, allowing UV photoinitiators to achieve complete through-cure and strong adhesion to the nail bed.
Q4.Can we order pre-mixed chunky nail glitter blends?
Yes! We offer over 200 ready-to-bottle custom mixes combining fine (1/256"), medium (1/128"), and chunky (1/64", 1/24") hexagons with stars, moons, and hearts.
Ready to Formulate with Industrial-Grade Nail Polish & Art Materials?
Request a free tailored sample kit containing your preferred cut sizes (1/500" to 1/64"), complete with Certificate of Analysis (COA) and batch formulation guidelines.