Frequently Asked Questions

Shipping

What is your order turnaround time?

Our general order turnaround time is 5-7 business days.

When does my package ship after I get a shipping notification?

There may be a delay of 1-2 business days after receiving a shipping notification before your package is dropped off at the post office.

Can I combine multiple orders?

Orders are automatically combined as long as the name and shipping address match on the orders.


You will receive a refund for any extra shipping costs within 1-2 business days of receiving your shipping notification.

How much does shipping cost?

Our shipping costs are based on weight and are automatically calculated at checkout.

Do you accept returns?

All sales are final.

What if my order arrives damaged?

If any products are damaged during shipment, please contact us at arcanalacquer@gmail.com with photos.

General

When will a sold-out shade be back in stock?

We do a large restock every other month (i.e., November 2025, January 2026, March 2026, etc)! Please keep an eye on our socials and sign up for email alerts to receive the most up-to-date information on restocks.

Does holographic magnetic polish fade?

Our oldest holographic magnetic polish is over two years old and still retains a holographic flair and magnetic pull.

All of our holographic magnetic polishes look best when fully dry and in direct sunlight.

Do your thermals "die"?

Thermal pigment can get "stuck" in either the warm or cold state depending on a variety of factors - from manufacturer to how the polish has been stored. We can guarantee thermal transitions for up to 8 months post-purchase!

Always store your polish in a dark, cool location!

What is a jelly versus a crelly?

A jelly polish means the base color is intentionally transparent in order to let any glitters, shimmers, and flakes show through as strong as possible.

A crelly polish has a little more pigment than a jelly, but is still translucent. Crelly polishes are usually opaque in 2-3 coats.

Can UV polishes also get stuck?

We could not find any evidence of the photochromic (UV reactive) pigments we use getting stuck like thermal pigments do. Photochromic pigments can eventually get stuck in one state, especially if stored incorrectly.

We do not recommend exposing your photochromic polishes to direct UV light for prolonged periods of time or storing them near sunlight.