Part of Universe
Luster
Apply a retro metallic effect to text layers
![](https://maxonassets.imgix.net/images/Universe_Luster.jpg?fm=webp&auto=format,compress&ar=1:1&fit=clip&crop=faces&w=2160&h=3840&q=10&blur=100)
Luster
Getting Started
Give your text a slick 1980’s retro look. Luster applies a metal sheen to text layers, and includes a refraction-based bevel for a glassy 3D look. Watch our getting started tutorial.
![](https://maxonassets.imgix.net/images/Universe_Luster_Hero.jpg?fm=webp&auto=format,compress&w=1920&h=1080&ar=16:9&fit=clip&crop=faces&q=10&blur=100)
Luster
Reflections
Use Luster’s internal reflection map or your own for a classic 80’s sheen. Luster’s Color map controls give you a ton of possible looks.
![](https://maxonassets.imgix.net/images/Universe_Luster_Reflection.jpg?fm=webp&auto=format,compress&w=1920&h=1080&ar=16:9&fit=clip&crop=faces&q=10&blur=100)
Luster
Bevels
Luster’s refraction-based bevel creates a glassy look that gives your 2D text a rad 3D look.
![](https://maxonassets.imgix.net/images/Universe_Luster_Bevel.jpg?fm=webp&auto=format,compress&w=1920&h=1080&ar=16:9&fit=clip&crop=faces&q=10&blur=100)
Luster
Presets
Choose from 25 presets to get your text looking awesome quickly.
![](https://maxonassets.imgix.net/images/Universe_Luster_Presets.jpg?fm=webp&auto=format,compress&w=1920&h=1080&ar=16:9&fit=clip&crop=faces&q=10&blur=100)