ALIQUIDLacquer
Buyers are raving!
This shop got multiple 5-star reviews in the past 7 days.
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elodie on Dec 2, 2021
5 out of 5 starsthe color seems lighter in person (from looking at the bottle) but I'm excited to try it out!!
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elodie on Dec 2, 2021
5 out of 5 starsvery gorgeous color, speckles of blue flakes are very noticeable & good coverage with one coat.
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Chelsea on Nov 24, 2021
5 out of 5 starsThis was the THICKEST polish out of the last I bought (mini), like it wanted to stick to itself or the brush and not my nail. BUT it’s nothing a little nail polish thinner can’t help and thank goodness because it is absolutely STUNNING!!!!!!!
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Chelsea on Nov 24, 2021
4 out of 5 starsI’m so glad I finally decided to try this one out! Went on probably the smoothest out of those I bought in my last round and it’s just a light sparkly chocolate goodness.
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Chelsea on Nov 24, 2021
5 out of 5 starsAh this one was just so perfect! Is it blue is it grey is it green? It feels like a misty walk in the forest. Love it so much!
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Chelsea on Nov 24, 2021
4 out of 5 starsThis ended up needing three coats and was quite dark purple on me. Mini bottle.
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Chelsea on Nov 24, 2021
4 out of 5 starsI did do three coats on this one it starts off sheer but that’s to show off those super cute neon glitters!
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Chelsea on Nov 24, 2021
4 out of 5 starsWas just a smidge patchy on second coat so I did do 3 coats. And I think it might be my skin tone it looks so orange in the bottle but then I put it on and it starts leaning brown. Still so pretty!
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Chelsea on Nov 24, 2021
4 out of 5 starsI thought it was going to be a bit more warm brown and the flakes are SUPER subtle but I actually love it cooler toned, it’s beautiful! (Mini bottle)
About ALIQUIDLacquer
Unique handmade nail polish
I had spent the past several months slaving away on the two qualifying papers for my Master's degree in linguistics. My fiance was working in another state, so I had only my dog Trudy for company. On the day I finally passed my exam, I decided I needed a break, and I really needed a new hobby. Almost at random I decided on nail art.
I loved the way nail art allowed me to express my creative side, which hadn't had much exercise in a long time. I think nail polish is unique in that a single manicure can tell a story in a way that no other makeup can. I started a blog to showcase my swatches and attempts at art, and it was through blogging and meeting other nail polish addicts that I discovered indie polish.
It was only a matter of time before I decided to try my hand at making polish myself. It would be a great way to show others what was going on inside my head. Ever since opening ALIQUID Lacquer in November 2013, I've tried my best to design polishes that have meaning to me, whether inspired by a favorite book, place, or experience. And of course, Trudy has been there for me the whole time!
It feels great when someone else loves my polish as much as I do. I hope you find something here that speaks to you!
About the name: "aliquid" is a Latin word meaning "something, anything". The accent is on the first syllable, just like my name, Alison!
Shop members
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Alison
Owner, Maker, Designer
Hi, I'm Alison! I live in Boston with my husband and our dog Trudy. My "real job" is as a digital librarian for a clothing company. I also like fantasy novels, RPGs, British comedy, and romantic period dramas.
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Trudy
Mascot
I'm Trudy! I give my mom kisses and moral support while she makes nail polish. I like eating, chewing on things, playing tug of war, eating, and sleeping under the covers in mom and dad's bed!
Shop policies
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Returns and exchanges
I gladly accept cancellations
I don't accept returns or exchanges
Returns and exchange details
If your order is lost in the mail, contact me for a replacement. I cannot replace orders that are marked as delivered. I am not responsible for international orders that are confiscated or returned by customs, but I am happy to reship any orders that are returned to me--you just need to pay for the shipping costs.
Payment
Bought items should be paid for within five days, or the transaction will be cancelled. If you need more time, feel free to contact me and we can come to an arrangement.
Items may be cancelled up to the time when they are marked as shipped. If you make a mistake with your order, please contact me as soon as possible.
Massachusetts customers must pay a 6.25% sales tax.
Shipping
Once dropped off, USPS First Class takes between 2-5 business days within the US and 6-14 days internationally. Customs may delay your delivery time significantly (up to 6 weeks).
I ship to the address on file on your Etsy account, so if you check out via Paypal, please make sure that your Etsy address is correct.
Items will be shipped within 5 business days of payment (right now I usually ship every Saturday). Any changes in shipping will be announced here and on my Facebook page.
Nail polish is shipped wrapped in bubble wrap in a box or bubble bag. I do not offer gift wrap at this time.