{"id":9307846934779,"title":"IONIC - 0588 Astral Violet Set (Real Heavy Metal) (20ml)","handle":"ionic-0588","description":"\u003ch1\u003eAstral Violet Set (Real Heavy Metal) (20ml)\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eIONIC - 0588\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"212\" data-end=\"531\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"212\" data-end=\"232\"\u003eReal Heavy Metal\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eis the complete solution from IONIC for painting rich, vibrant metallic finishes. Designed for hobbyists of all levels, this range delivers everything from classic silvers and golds to bold metallic reds, blues, and more — all formulated with the strength, coverage, and performance you expect from Ionic.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"533\" data-end=\"695\"\u003eFeaturing\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"543\" data-end=\"580\"\u003e60 new water-based acrylic paints\u003c\/strong\u003e, every color is crafted with\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"610\" data-end=\"639\"\u003eintense metallic pigments\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eto deliver exceptional brilliance, coverage, and depth.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"702\" data-end=\"751\"\u003eThe 3-Step Smart System for Metallic Finishes\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"753\" data-end=\"851\"\u003eEach color is part of an intuitive\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"788\" data-end=\"811\"\u003e3-Step Smart System\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003edesigned to simplify metallic painting:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"853\" data-end=\"958\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"853\" data-end=\"889\"\u003eBase → Metallic Wash → Highlight\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"889\" data-end=\"892\"\u003eor customize your workflow:\u003cbr data-start=\"919\" data-end=\"922\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"922\" data-end=\"958\"\u003eBase → Highlight → Metallic Wash\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"960\" data-end=\"1248\"\u003eUnlike traditional matte washes that dull metallic finishes,\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1021\" data-end=\"1057\"\u003eReal Heavy Metal Metallic Washes\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eare made from darkened versions of the same metallic pigments found in the base and highlight colors. This preserves the metallic sheen and saturation throughout the entire painting process.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1250\" data-end=\"1282\"\u003eThe washes are highly pigmented:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"1283\" data-end=\"1428\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1283\" data-end=\"1338\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1285\" data-end=\"1338\"\u003eOver metallics: Maintain shine, depth, and vibrancy\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1339\" data-end=\"1428\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1341\" data-end=\"1428\"\u003eOver light colors (like white): Create shading and highlights in a single brushstroke\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1430\" data-end=\"1474\"\u003eMetallic painting has never been more metal.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"1481\" data-end=\"1515\"\u003eDesigned for Every Skill Level\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1517\" data-end=\"1826\"\u003eWhether you're painting your first army or finishing a competition-level display piece, Real Heavy Metal adapts to your experience and style. The simple system makes it accessible to beginners, while advanced painters can mix tones and experiment with techniques to unlock even greater creative possibilities.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"1833\" data-end=\"1862\"\u003ePerformance \u0026amp; Application\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1864\" data-end=\"1894\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1864\" data-end=\"1894\"\u003eIdeal for Brush \u0026amp; Airbrush\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"1895\" data-end=\"1997\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1895\" data-end=\"1940\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1897\" data-end=\"1940\"\u003eUse straight from the bottle with a brush\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1941\" data-end=\"1997\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1943\" data-end=\"1997\"\u003eAdd a small amount of Ionic Thinner for airbrush use\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1999\" data-end=\"2034\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1999\" data-end=\"2034\"\u003eStrong Coverage \u0026amp; 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Designed for hobbyists of all levels, this range delivers everything from classic silvers and golds to bold metallic reds, blues, and more — all formulated with the strength, coverage, and performance you expect from Ionic.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"533\" data-end=\"695\"\u003eFeaturing\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"543\" data-end=\"580\"\u003e60 new water-based acrylic paints\u003c\/strong\u003e, every color is crafted with\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"610\" data-end=\"639\"\u003eintense metallic pigments\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eto deliver exceptional brilliance, coverage, and depth.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"702\" data-end=\"751\"\u003eThe 3-Step Smart System for Metallic Finishes\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"753\" data-end=\"851\"\u003eEach color is part of an intuitive\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"788\" data-end=\"811\"\u003e3-Step Smart System\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003edesigned to simplify metallic painting:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"853\" data-end=\"958\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"853\" data-end=\"889\"\u003eBase → Metallic Wash → Highlight\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"889\" data-end=\"892\"\u003eor customize your workflow:\u003cbr data-start=\"919\" data-end=\"922\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"922\" data-end=\"958\"\u003eBase → Highlight → Metallic Wash\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"960\" data-end=\"1248\"\u003eUnlike traditional matte washes that dull metallic finishes,\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1021\" data-end=\"1057\"\u003eReal Heavy Metal Metallic Washes\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eare made from darkened versions of the same metallic pigments found in the base and highlight colors. This preserves the metallic sheen and saturation throughout the entire painting process.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1250\" data-end=\"1282\"\u003eThe washes are highly pigmented:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"1283\" data-end=\"1428\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1283\" data-end=\"1338\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1285\" data-end=\"1338\"\u003eOver metallics: Maintain shine, depth, and vibrancy\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1339\" data-end=\"1428\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1341\" data-end=\"1428\"\u003eOver light colors (like white): Create shading and highlights in a single brushstroke\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1430\" data-end=\"1474\"\u003eMetallic painting has never been more metal.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"1481\" data-end=\"1515\"\u003eDesigned for Every Skill Level\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1517\" data-end=\"1826\"\u003eWhether you're painting your first army or finishing a competition-level display piece, Real Heavy Metal adapts to your experience and style. The simple system makes it accessible to beginners, while advanced painters can mix tones and experiment with techniques to unlock even greater creative possibilities.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"1833\" data-end=\"1862\"\u003ePerformance \u0026amp; Application\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1864\" data-end=\"1894\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1864\" data-end=\"1894\"\u003eIdeal for Brush \u0026amp; Airbrush\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"1895\" data-end=\"1997\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1895\" data-end=\"1940\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1897\" data-end=\"1940\"\u003eUse straight from the bottle with a brush\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1941\" data-end=\"1997\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1943\" data-end=\"1997\"\u003eAdd a small amount of Ionic Thinner for airbrush use\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1999\" data-end=\"2034\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1999\" data-end=\"2034\"\u003eStrong Coverage \u0026amp; Self-Leveling\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"2035\" data-end=\"2165\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2035\" data-end=\"2084\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2037\" data-end=\"2084\"\u003eEven light tones cover black primer with ease\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2085\" data-end=\"2165\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2087\" data-end=\"2165\"\u003eSelf-leveling formula preserves fine details, even with heavier applications\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2167\" data-end=\"2202\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2167\" data-end=\"2202\"\u003eSelf-Moisturizing \u0026amp; Easy to Mix\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"2203\" data-end=\"2344\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2203\" data-end=\"2234\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2205\" data-end=\"2234\"\u003eWater-based acrylic formula\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2235\" data-end=\"2296\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2237\" data-end=\"2296\"\u003eMixes easily within the range and with Ionic Smart Colors\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2297\" data-end=\"2344\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2299\" data-end=\"2344\"\u003eExtended workability keeps paint wet longer\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2346\" data-end=\"2379\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2346\" data-end=\"2379\"\u003eCompatible with Any Technique\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"2380\" data-end=\"2484\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2380\" data-end=\"2392\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2382\" data-end=\"2392\"\u003eLayering\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2393\" data-end=\"2404\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2395\" data-end=\"2404\"\u003eGlazing\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2405\" data-end=\"2421\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2407\" data-end=\"2421\"\u003eWet blending\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2422\" data-end=\"2437\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2424\" data-end=\"2437\"\u003eDrybrushing\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2438\" data-end=\"2462\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2440\" data-end=\"2462\"\u003eMasking \u0026amp; weathering\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2463\" data-end=\"2484\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2465\" data-end=\"2484\"\u003eBrush or airbrush\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2486\" data-end=\"2555\"\u003eReal Heavy Metal adapts to your technique — not the other way around.\u003c\/p\u003e"}