To the untrained eye, it might seem like all glitter is the same. In truth, there's glitter, and then there's holographic glitter. What's the difference? Holographic glitter reflects a rainbow of color in each minuscule piece of glitter, going beyond glimmer to a magical level of sparkle. We love it for everything from makeup and nail work to creating custom, gorgeous resin art and jewelry pieces. Here are our favorite holographic glitters to work with for whatever project you have at hand. Wenida Holographic Glitter Sparkles galoreThis set of sparkly holographic glitter is a definite crowd-pleaser.Best OverallFind on Amazon Arriving in a neat and tidy package of 12 capped glitter jars, this set of holographic glitter is ideal for the DIY-er extraordinaire. Ideal for use on everything from paper to cell phone cases to nails to home projects, these tiny shiny pieces of sparkle will shine wherever they’re placed. Since it’s easy to clean this glitter off skin — just remove with water — we love it for creating fun festival looks, too. Pros: Complete collection of bright, unique colors Each capped container has a three-gram capacity Jars can be re-purposed once empty Cons: The seal on the jars isn’t the most reliable Not ideal for making lip products Noddway Holographic Extra Fine Glitter A fine shineThis set of ultra-fine glitter creates gorgeous levels of sparkle when layered.Best Fine GlitterFind on Amazon Perfect for loading on the sparkle, extra fine glitter is the most popular glitter size for more intricate arts and crafts projects, party decorations, and more. Arriving in a handy shaker-style container, this glitter is perfect for detail-heavy projects such as resin jewelry and the like. Beautiful for custom nail art, this is a shimmery, bright fairy dust holographic glitter set, which works well for blending colors as well. Pros: Economical size container Multi-purpose powder-like glitter Tight sealing shaker-style container resists spilling Cons: We wish there were a better variety of color choices For extra coverage, apply a few coats Let’s Resin Holographic Chunky Glitter Chunky and charmingThis heavenly set of holographic glitter brings an impressive shine to anything and everything it's used on.Best Coarse GlitterFind on Amazon When it comes to larger projects — think school posters and parade signs — chunky glitter is the way to go. Designed for greater visibility, it’s almost excessive in its sparkle — in the best possible way. We especially love this holographic version from Let’s Resin. With fine glitter mixed right in, this option is really wonderful for creating unique, one-of-a-kind glitter art. Pros: Mixed containers of mostly chunky glitter with bits of fine for fuller coverage Ideal for specialized nail art Bold color choices Cons: If you’re looking for purely chunky glitter, this does contain fine glitter mixed within as well We wish there were other size options available Cridoz Chunky Cosmetic Holographic Glitter Magical manicuresFor creating custom DIY nail art, this is a true must-have.Best For Nail ArtFind on Amazon DIY nail art just might be even better than going in to get your nails done — especially with holographic glitter like this. This set includes 20 different colors, makeup brushes, sponges, and a mix of fine and chunky glitters, making it the ultimate set for nail art. Containing a variety of shades, it’s also the perfect glitter for facial beadwork and custom resin jewelry. We love the color choices, the size options, and the fact that this collection gives you everything you need to experiment right out of the box. Pros: Iridescent, holographic sparkle in each shade High definition color stays put on nails and in makeup Made with cosmetic grade pigment for safety Cons: The brushes and sponges are tiny and not of the best quality Although a variety of colors, there’s not the largest amount per color Fandamei Glitter Set A symphony of sparklesThis set of holographic glitter has a gorgeous array of choices.Most VarietyFind on Amazon Glitter is a whole lot of fun in general, but this box set takes it a step further. Including 48 mini boxes of unique pops of color, this set has a wide mix of colors and glitter sizes. This variety makes it an ideal set for someone who loves crafting, making custom make-up and nail art, or simply for the kid’s school projects or artistic expressions. With small, spill-proof tops, this is a relatively mess-free set, too. Pros: Contains a variety of shapes, colors, and sizes of glitter Easy to clean off Includes 48 unique color choices Cons: The top of each container is small, so you may want to pour out a tiny amount for easy access The fine glitter is a little more matte than the chunkier glitter Frequently Asked Questions What’s the best way to clean up after a glitter spill? Hesitant to play with glitter? We get it — once you spill glitter, you’ll find it in the most unlikely places. Your best bet is to use water and a paper towel. If you use a lightly wet paper towel similar to how’d you use a broom, you can clean up virtually every piece of glitter rather quickly and easily. Otherwise, a vacuum with an extension piece works to expertly suck up all of the annoying little pieces. You can also do a bit of both — sweep using a wet towel into a large pile of glitter, and then come through with the vacuum attachment. What’s the difference between regular glitter and holographic glitter? Think all that glitters is gold? Think again. Traditional glitter just reflects light, while holographic glitter bends light, creating a magical rainbow of color on each tiny speck of glitter. The effect is incredible for everything from simple artwork to more complex resin pieces, nail art, or make-up. Related posts: The Best Holographic Nail Polishes The Best Glitter Glues Sparkle with the Top 5 Glitter Nail Polishes