Let me start by saying, I've tried my fair share of stamping polishes, and the SheModern STICKY Jelly set is hands down a standout. The trio of black, clear, and blue in 15ml bottles might seem small at first glance, but trust me, a little goes a long way with these highly pigmented gems.

The magic lies in their tacky formula. Unlike other stamping polishes that dry faster than you can say 'manicure,' these stay sticky long enough to pick up even the most intricate designs from poorly etched plates. I was shocked at how well they picked up fine lines—something I'd struggled with using other brands.

Where these really shine (literally!) is with creative applications. The extended sticky time (about 40-50 seconds) is perfect for foil transfers and chrome powders. My Christmas tree nails with white polish and loose glitter over a blue base looked like something off a holiday card! Though I will say, foil transfers can be tricky—wait that full 40 seconds or risk smearing.

My only gripe? The bottle sizes feel petite for the price, and I wish there were more color combo options available (a white+clear set would be dreamy). But considering how little product you need per use and how consistently these perform, they're worth every penny for serious nail artists.

Pro tip: For best results with pigments/glitters, wait about 2 minutes after stamping until it's dry but still tacky before applying your extras. The clear jelly polish works particularly beautifully as a base for mica pigments!