ʚ UV Resin vs Polyurethane Coating- Which one to choose?

UV resin:

• Glass-like shine: Gives jewelry a gorgeous, thick, professional "domed" glossy finish.
• Extremely durable: Scratch-resistant, waterproof, and won't chip if you drop it.
• Long-lasting: The finish will never peel off
• Sturdier pieces: The thick coating keeps thin clay parts from bending or snapping.
• BUT it's more difficult and dangerous to work with so it costs more
• also if you have very sensitive skin it might cause irritation.
  

Polyurethane:

• Better for sensitive skin: Much less likely to cause rashes or allergic reactions when touching your skin.
• Quicker & Cheaper to use: More budget friendly option
• Lightweight compared to UV resin
• More Eco-friendly: Made with safer, water-based ingredients rather than harsh chemicals.
• More Natural look: Protects the clay without making it look fake or plasticky.
• Less durable and resistant than UV resin but durable enough to withstand normal everyday use
• You should keep it away from harsh chemicals & excessive water as it's water based!
• Has a flatter, less shiny look
  

MIX:

• Front coated in UV resin and the back in polyurethane.

No coating:

• No varnish/Uv resin
• For air dry clay we don't recommend it as it's not resistant enough for everyday wear
• For polymer clay it's fine since polymer clay is more durable

ʚ This is a mystery custom piece — not a traditional custom order. Please include as much detail as possible in your selections, as I won’t be reaching out for further clarification after purchase. The layout and final design will be entirely up to me.

ʚ Materials:

• Air dry modelling clay
• Acrylic paint
• Uv resin or polyurethane coating on the front and polyurethane on the back!

ʚ Mystery items are final sale. By purchasing, you agree to trust the process and understand that no changes, returns, or refunds will be made based on design outcomes.

ʚ If you forgot to share any additional info or you want a 100% custom order reach out to us: novyrahelp@gmail.com

ʚ Since this piece is made to order, processing time may vary, but is typically under one month. (5-7 days unless it's a busy time). This doesn't include delivery time. If you need your order by a certain date, please leave a note at checkout — I’ll do my best to make it happen!