There are very few nail designs that have found the test of time enough such as the humble French manicure. Its charm is undoubtedly lies in its flexibility and undervalued nature, with this classic combination of pure pink base and crisp white tips to become a shortcut to look for put-all.
While there have been some similarly apparent nails that look popular this season (think of the elegant princess nails and the milky white manicure, to mention only two), I would argue that this summer he has seen the greatest manicure. However, between the polka dots, the towel beach strips and the Italian summer designs, a modern spin in our favorite minimalist style begins to appear.
Enter: “Glass French” manicure.
Adding a hint of shine and shine to a classic look, this style has a intimate neutral base, but replaces this compact white end with an iridescent cat-eye phenomenon that catches light as glass. One for the hard French manicure fans or those looking for a playful summer upgrade, here is everything you need to know about the trend.
What are glass french nails?
Think of the French manicure “glass” as a contemporary twist into a classic look, which changes the classic white end with a reflex, glassy effect. “It’s like a french manicure with futuristic twist,” Celebrity Manicurist explains Michelle Humphrey. “Instead of the usual opaque white end. It has a huge or dimensional effect that mimics the glass or crystal.”
While many nail artists will use a cat gel to nail this look, there are other exchanges you can do to lend the same high, glossy finish. “You could try to change classic white French tips for magnetic, jelly or even chrome that catch the light,” says the manicurist of the meeting and celebrity Sofia.
How do you create the glass French manicure?
While there are some different ways in which you can create this glassy edge, Humphrey swears using an eye gel for the result, starting with a pure pink color as a neutral base. “Once applied and before treatment, I use a magnet to pull the metal pigment to the gel of the eyes in a curve that mimics the shape of the nail smile line,” Humphrey explains. Once adjusted, it then lay down in a pure chrome powder to add this brand shine. Not sure which color will you choose? “For the summer, soft gold, silver and hailstorm places are cute, while deeper smoky chromes such as hematite, velvet green and sapphire will give a more relaxed atmosphere,” he says.
If you want to recreate the glass French vibe without UV lamp, then there are some ways to achieve a similar look. “Start with a clean or jelly shadow as your base. Then apply a magnetic effect or color color varnish on tips for a glance that will still have this signature shine and reflective finish. Essie Nail Studio Special Effect Effects Nail Plood, 13 $or China Glaze Mega Pigment Nail Lacquer Holographics, $ 8.50. Basically, don’t forget the top coat. ‘Seal all with a high -tongue coat, such as Essie Gel Couture Top Coat, 13 $For a polished, glass-like finish without UV lamp required, “says Humphreys.
Are you ready to change your next classic manicure? Here is our favorite glass French nail seems to inspire you.
Tips
Nails do not come much brighter than this impressive red beat than @Luxuryby_jemmwhich is almost bright. Nod to trend at home, working a neutral base with Manucurist’s red nail polish, 14, $ 14, An iridescent and glittering shade of ruby.
Princess
Think of this set by @nailssbygabyyy As a princess over -stunned nails – using the same soft and minimalist color palette, but with velvety blush edge.
Aqua shine
Blues and Aquamarines ocean proves to be popular for summer and @Cici_nailslash It has used them as the diving boat for this glossy French set. Essay Essie special nail color effects in frozen fantasy, 13 $for a nod for trend at home.
French
Silver nails are the most unexpected color trend of summer and Michelle Humphrey’s Futuristic manicure proves that it also works perfectly as a holographic French advice.
Double French
Floating French tips are always cool but this look from @Derenailz They are even more impressive thanks to the center of the Cat-Eye lavender and the golden edges.
Flowers
Collaboration of fresh green French tips with beautiful 3D details, this gorgeous manicure by the nail artist @nailsbyeriicka Screams in the summer. Take a look at home using OPI Infinite Shine Nail Lacquer in Teals known, $ 14.49.
Fruit salad
What happens if you combine the trend of this season’s nail fruits with the French glass technique? You take Bel Fountain’s Bright and beautiful fruit French manicure – a happy artwork.
This story was originally published in Rifinery29 UK.
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