Chameleon Flakes vs Powder in Resin - Which Finish is Better?

We tested Let’s Resin chameleon flakes against matching chameleon powder using the same mould and both black and white backing so the comparison was actually fair. The result was pretty clear. The flakes were messier, needed more burnishing, and took far more effort to get right. The powder went on much more smoothly, and the backing colour changed the shimmer more than you might expect. So if you’ve been wondering which gives the cleaner finish without the extra faff, this is the honest studio verdict. 00:00 Why compare flakes and powder 02:24 The real problem with flakes 03:30 Why powder applies better 05:02 Black vs white backing results 07:39 Demould and final verdict LET'S RESIN Chameleon Powder: https://amzn.to/3RAyiKh LET'S RESIN Chameleon Flakes: https://amzn.to/3E1WguW ──────────────────────── 💛 New to Kirnix? ──────────────────────── We test materials, try things properly, and show you what actually happens — not just the polished bits. If that sounds useful, subscribe. We upload every Tuesday and Saturday. ──────────────────────── 💬 Join the Community ──────────────────────── If you like seeing what other makers are doing (and occasionally debating glitter density), come and join us here:   / kirnix   ──────────────────────── 💜 Become Part of the Glitterati ──────────────────────── Early access, member updates, and the occasional extra behind-the-scenes:    / @kirnixcreations   ──────────────────────── 💛 Want to Support the Channel? ──────────────────────── Super Thanks is always appreciated — or you’ll find our wishlist here: https://amzn.eu/1cA9Fvr ──────────────────────── 🛠 Tools & Discounts We Actually Use ──────────────────────── Some of the links below are affiliate links. If you choose to use them, we may earn a small commission at no extra cost to you. We only share products we use in our own studio. We are brand ambassadors for Craft Resin, Elichem, Jacquard, and Just Resin. Our regularly used supplies: https://kirnixcreations.co.uk/discoun... ──────────────────────── 🧪 CASTING MATERIALS ──────────────────────── Eli-Chem Resins | 15% Off | Code: KIRNIX15 https://www.elichem.co.uk Craft Resin | 10% Off | Link Applies Discount • US Store https://www.craft-resin.com/discount/... • EU Store https://www.craft-resin.eu/discount/K... • UK Store https://craft-resin.co.uk/discount/KI... ──────────────────────── 🛠 RESINERS GEAR ──────────────────────── Resiners® G3 2-in-1 Curing Machine | 15% Off | GFXLYU79 US: http://amzn.to/42QxlUj UK: http://amzn.to/4nzjx9i Resiners Purair Fume Extractor | 15% Off US: https://amzn.to/4jraPHn UK: https://amzn.to/3XXiFjZ Resiners Dual-Head Mixer | 15% Off | Code: QAI5XG68 US: https://amzn.to/4kCygOX UK: https://amzn.to/4jSvDrf Resiners Dual-Sided UV Lamp | 15% Off | Code: KYLIHXWK US: https://amzn.to/48vxoYW UK: https://amzn.to/47YmnPD Resiners Cordless Rotary Tool | 20% Off | Code: KIRNIX20 US: https://amzn.to/46N2lri UK: https://amzn.to/4m6esEE Resiners Dual-Zone Silicone Mat | 20% Off | Code: KIRNIX20 US: https://amzn.to/4oop9np UK: https://amzn.to/4fzdHl2 Resiners Website | 15% Off | Code: Kirnixco https://resiners.com/discount/kirnixc... ──────────────────────── 🎨 COLOURS ──────────────────────── Just Resin | 10% Off | Code: KIRNIX https://justresin.shop/KIRNIX Jacquard | 20% Off | Code: KIRNIX https://store.jacquardproducts.com/co... Homeware Design Co | 15% Off | Code: KIRNIX15 https://homewaredesign.co/discount/KI... Octopus Fluids | 10% Off | Code: KIRNIX https://www.octopus-fluids.de/en/ ──────────────────────── 🧱 CLAY SUPPLIES ──────────────────────── Craft Cellar | Recommended Supplier https://craftcellar.co.uk ──────────────────────── 🧩 MOULDS ──────────────────────── IntoResin | 20% Off | Code: Kirnix20 https://www.intoresin.com/discount/ki... ──────────────────────── 🌐 Website Hosting ──────────────────────── Hostinger | 20% Off | Code: kirnix https://hostinger.co.uk?REFERRALCODE=... ──────────────────────── ⚠️ Safety ──────────────────────── Always read the manufacturer’s Safety Data Sheet (SDS) for any material or tool you bring into your space. Every brand has its own chemistry and quirks; know your materials before you dive in. We share what works for us in our studio — your setup and environment will be different to ours. ──────────────────────── #kirnix #resintesting #chameleonflakes #micapowder #resincomparison