Abstract: Disclosed herein arc novel liposome compositions generally including a foreign inclusion (e.g., diamond) component, and a liposome (e.g., i paucilamellar liposome) component. Also disclosed are methods of using these composition for plating and plate obtained thereby. Novel liposome compositions including components such as diamonds, are also disclosed, which can be used in a variety of applications, such as in abrasive, cosmetic or medical applications.