Glass nails, glaze nails, ombre chrome nails. Every day seems to bring a new shiny finish to your cuticles. What’s the latest? Iridescent, holographic nails that reflect and sparkle in the sun. There are plenty of ways to style reflective nails, but nothing compares to the versatility of glass nails. From adorning them in exaggerated shapes to resembling a shinier yet neutral natural nail, the versatility of transformative glass nails is unmatched. Below, we’ll show you how the latest trend has evolved and where you can recreate it.
What is the glass nail trend?
The glass nail trend is a natural evolution of Hailey Bieber’s glazed donut nail formula. Originally from Korea, glass nails involve a technique that results in flawless glass nails that belie their natural surface. Glass nails require two hands of chrome and plenty of Apex gel for a shiny, reflective finish. They’re simpler than classic chrome. As the name suggests, light reflecting off the nail polish should reflect the glass instead of the metallic finish.
How to achieve the perfect glass nail manicure?
No, not really. If you want to try it at home, we recommend layering a base with Apex Clear Gel, Chrome and a finish coat to achieve this look. If you’re looking for a place to recreate your glass nail inspiration, check out our list of our favourite nail salons in Sydney. If you’d like to bring more muted tones to your salon chair, check out our trend report on the velvet nail trend.
What are some examples of glass nails?
Dress them up or down, however you like. From almond-shaped to stone-encrusted to polished to the roots, we’ve rounded up our favorite styles for you to choose from.
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