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Marbled Resin Hack with Shaving Cream for Unique Swirled Designs

Marbled Resin Hack with Shaving

Cream for Unique Swirled Designs

Yes you read that right shaving cream is the unexpected hack you did not know you needed. This technique gives you gorgeous marble and swirl patterns with way less effort than traditional methods. If you are new to or just want to try something fun this is a low stress high impact way to make beautiful coasters trays or even jewelry bases.

Why Shaving Cream Works for Resin Marbling

Shaving cream acts like a cushion for your pigments letting you create smooth organic swirls that look like natural stone or ink drops in water. It’s often used in paper marbling and can be adapted to with a little patience and the right timing.

What You’ll Need

Epoxy and hardener

Basic shaving cream (not gel)

-safe pigment inks or alcohol inks

Silicone molds or a flat surface like a tray

Mixing cups and stir sticks

Toothpicks or skewers for swirling

Gloves and a mask

Optional pipette for more control

Recommended pigments:
Pinata Alcohol Inks are vibrant and blend beautifully for this hack.

Step 1 Set Up Your Workspace

Make sure your surface is flat and protected with plastic or silicone mats. Wear gloves and a mask for safety and follow all resin label instructions.

Want a full safety checklist? Visit our Beginner  Safety Guide

Step 2 Layer Shaving Cream in Mold

Spray a thin even layer of shaving cream into your silicone mold or tray. You want it thick enough to support drops of pigment but not so full it overflows.

http://Use a spatula or straight edge to smooth it out.

Step 3 Add Pigments and Swirl

Drop your inks or pigments directly onto the shaving cream. Use 2 to 4 colors max for best results. Then gently drag a toothpick or skewer through the drops to create a marbled pattern.

Try zigzag lines or gentle swirls depending on the effect you want.

Step 4 Pour Resin

Mix your as directed and pour it slowly over the marbled shaving cream layer. Don’t overfill the mold. Tap or tilt gently to spread the resin evenly without disturbing the pattern underneath.

Pro Tip: Clear  works best here so the swirls show through beautifully.

Step 5 Cure and Reveal

Let the cure fully according to the brand’s instructions—usually 24 to 48 hours. Once cured carefully de mold your piece and rinse off any leftover shaving cream under warm water.

You’ll be left with a smooth marbled resin

piece full of organic swirls and color movement.

Want more creative finishes? Check out our Top 5 Unique Art Effects

Final Thoughts

This marbled hack using shaving cream is one of the easiest ways to make your art stand out.

It’s perfect for beginners and a great way

to reuse materials you probably already have at home. Every piece will come out slightly different and that’s part of the magic.

Looking for more resin hacks?

Visit our Creative Techniques Library or try our Galaxy in 5 Steps next.

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