Best Pigments for Resin Art: Fluorescent, Glow and Metallic

Can I use pigment powders in resin?

Yes, Culture Hustle pigment powders are specifically formulated to work in all types of casting and coating resin. LIT glow pigments, metallic pigments, and colour pigments mix cleanly into epoxy resin, UV resin, and polyester resin without affecting cure times when used at recommended ratios.

Which Culture Hustle products work in resin?

LIT Glow Pigments, for glowing resin art

Mix LIT directly into clear casting resin to create: - Glowing resin pendants and jewellery - UV-reactive resin coasters and table tops - Glow-in-the-dark resin river tables - Illuminated resin sculptures - Bioluminescent deep-sea effect castings

How to use: Add 5-15% LIT powder by weight to mixed resin. Stir thoroughly. Pour as normal. The glow is activated by exposure to light (UV or sunlight).

PINKIE, for vivid pink resin art

PINKIE (The Barbiest Pink) is an ultra-vivid fluorescent pink pigment that creates intense neon-pink resin castings. A small amount goes a long way.

Specifications: - Product Type: Fluorescent Pigment Powder - Colour: Ultra Vivid Hot Pink / Fluorescent Pink - Mixable into: Resin, acrylic medium, oil, water-based binders - UV Reactive: Yes (glows under blacklight) - Toxicity: Non-Toxic - Vegan: Yes

Metallic Pigments, for metallic resin pours

Culture Hustle metallic pigment powders create shimmering, luxurious metallic resin effects including gold, silver, bronze, and iridescent.

Step-by-step: Making a Glowing Resin Piece with LIT

1. Prepare your mould: silicone moulds work best for easy release
2. Mix your resin: follow manufacturer instructions for the base resin you're using
3. Add LIT: stir in 10% LIT by weight while the resin is still clear
4. Mix thoroughly: at least 3-5 minutes to ensure even distribution
5. Pour into mould: use a heat gun lightly to remove bubbles
6. Cure fully: follow resin cure times (typically 24-72 hours)
7. Demould: the piece will glow under UV and in low-light conditions

Tips for best resin results

• Start with clear or very light resin: glow effects and vivid pigments show best in transparent resin
• Don't exceed 20% pigment: too much pigment can inhibit cure or create cloudiness
• Layer for depth effects: pour multiple layers with different pigment ratios for 3D depth
• Combine with BLACK 4.0: layers of black with glowing pigment create stunning space/galaxy effects
• Seal finished pieces: a UV-protective resin top coat helps preserve colour and glow intensity

Resin Art Project Ideas

• Galaxy Resin Tray: layers of BLACK 4.0, LIT yellow, and white resin pour
• Glow Jewellery: cast LIT in small pendants and ring bezels
• Neon Pink Ocean Wave: PINKIE mixed in transparent ocean-blue resin
• Chrome Resin Coaster: MIRROR effect on resin surface with metallic foil inclusions
• UV Reactive Wall Art: large resin panel with hidden LIT message revealed under blacklight

Culture Hustle pigments ship worldwide from England and Kentucky, USA.