Polish Pickup: February 2026

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Get ready for the February 6th Polish Pickup, where the theme is "Cute but Deadly!"

This month, makers are exploring the duality of things that look sweet but carry a sting, from poisonous pits to sharp-clawed companions. I’m featuring a few standout items from KBShimmer and LynB Designs, including a fan-favorite scrub and some seriously shifty magnetics.

While I’m diving into these specific beauties today, there are hundreds of other "deadly" delights available on the PPU site, so make sure to check out the full shop!



KBShimmer Cherry Almond Sugar Scrub - sweet, classic aroma of juicy maraschino cherries and sweet almond notes combine to create a luscious fragrance perfect for a Cherry Almond Scrub. Paired with a bold red color, this scrub’s scent gives a bit of brightness. This fan-favorite scent was previously available in January 2024. cap 250




KBShimmer Fear Me, If You Dare - magnetic nail polish featuring an emerald-to-teal-to-blue-to-purple shimmery base. A strong orange magnetic pull runs through it, flashing gold and red. When worn velvet-style, the polish takes on a wild, dramatic look, with multicolor shifts from the shimmery base and fiery magnetic pigment, almost like two sides facing off. no cap




LynB Designs Murder Mitts - deep cerulean blue base with ghostly green to blue shifting magnetic pull and added gold to green to blue shifting sparkle. no cap




All of my swatches are shown in two thick coats with topcoat and had no formula issues unless otherwise stated. All photography uses a neutral color temperature bulb with white bounce card. My nails are natural with no enhancements and no blurring/cream base, I have a fairly prominent VNL.

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Polish Pickup: January 2026

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Y2K Get ready to dust off your butterfly clips and find your favorite velour tracksuit, because we are heading back to the turn of the millennium! This month, Polish Pickup is celebrating the Y2K Comeback, and the nostalgia in this collection is hitting all the right notes.

If you aren't familiar with how Polish Pickup (PPU) works, it is the ultimate monthly "one-stop shop" for indie lovers. The platform brings together hundreds of limited-edition products from different makers all in one place. You can shop from dozens of different brands but only pay one shipping fee, which makes it a great way to try new makers alongside your favorites.

The shop opens for pre-order on January 2nd. While there will be hundreds of polishes, scrubs, and hand-care items available on the site, I have a few beautiful highlights to share with you today from KBShimmer and LynB Designs.

Let’s dive into the swatches!




Blockbuster - Blockbuster is a nod to the movie stores of yesteryear. This ultramarine blue nail polish is loaded with shimmer, for a shade worthy of a starring role in your collection. A yellow-to-gold shifting shimmer shines in the light, while changes in angle reveal hints of lime. Bolder lighting brings out stronger orange-gold tones and highlights the micro holographic sparkle. Two coats provide coverage for most.




Love Spell - Love Spell hand and body scrub is a beloved scent for many, beginning with fresh citrus notes of orange and clementine blended with hints of peach. Floral notes of cherry blossom and white jasmine mix with base notes of musk and apple for an alluring fragrance you’re sure to love. 400 Cap




Stay Put - Achieve a long-lasting manicure with KBShimmer Stay Put Hydrating Base Coat. This base coat not only helps your polish stay in place but also hydrates your nails. Formulated to protect against yellowing and staining, the Stay Put Hydrating Base Coat features lush ingredients like prickly pear extract and seaweed. Apply it before your polish to create a protective layer that locks in moisture. Vitamin E helps prevent oxidation and keeps your nails hydrated from within.
If you're looking for a holy grail basecoat, try this one! It is definitely mine because it adheres polish like iron. It's also very affordable.




Ugg, My Boots - Ugg, My Boots- pastel indigo base with pink to gold to green shifting shimmer- inspired by Jennalyn's dream Ugg boots from when she was a kid




All of my swatches are shown in two thick coats with topcoat and had no formula issues unless otherwise stated. All photography uses a neutral color temperature bulb with white bounce card. My nails are natural with no enhancements and no blurring/cream base, I have a fairly prominent VNL.

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Polish Pickup November 2023: Fairy Tales & Folklore

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Available at Polish Pickup November 3-6 are some goodies from a variety of brands. I have items from Hearts & Promises, KBShimmer, and LynB Designs to share with you! All the polishes were easy to apply, I had no issues with formulas. Let's take a look at them!




Hearts & Promises Once Upon A Starry Night
A blackened blue base with sapphire shimmer and holo pigment.




LynB Designs Foolish Flame - no cap
A burnt orange base with pink to red to orange shifting shimmer. Inspired by the origin of the Jack o’ Lantern and Will o’ the Wisp. Shown in two coats with topcoat.




KBShimmer Bound To Happen – No Cap
A note about the inspiration from KBShimmer: My eReader is my faithful companion, keeping me entertained with stories that bring worlds of fantasy and magic to life. I love a meet-cute with a hint of magic. Faraway lands filled with hints of mystery, and heroines that think they are human (but we all know they are not) always draw me in. Tales of elves and fairies, vampires and wolves, witches and wizards are bound to keep me up late at night, needing to finish just one more chapter.

Bound To Happen is a magnetic nail polish with magical color shifts. Without the magnet, a deep navy base accents shades of violet, pink, and golden green. When hit with a magnet, the deep blue base shifts between an indigo-leaning navy, royal blue, and even teal, with the magnetic pull showing off a bold fuchsia pink and magical color shifts in rose, gold, and green. A hint of holographic sparkle completes this mythical nail polish. Shown in two coats.




KBShimmer is re-releasing the peppermint scrub.(photos and description from 2021)
Pure peppermint essential oil scents a creamy sugar base swirled with streaks of pink for a minty winter treat for your skin. Peppermint essential oil has a tingly, cooling effect to refresh and pamper tired legs and feet. Patch testing is recommended prior to use and we don’t recommend using peppermint scrub on any sensitive bits; the cooling effect can be intense. The jar has a heat-sealed lid for no leaks in transit. This naturally scented scrub would make a perfect holiday gift!




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