Minimalism, clean-girl aesthetics, and quiet luxury — these are just a few trends ruling the beauty scene lately. Riding on the essence of these looks, a new nail art trend is gaining lots of attention and love. Say hello to your next manicure: soap nails. If you haven’t heard of them yet, Vidhi Arya from Professional Beauty India sheds light on this trend.
When it comes to what’s trending in the nail domain, social media has given its verdict! Soap nails are the next big thing and a gazillion posts, showcasing this manicure, are already gaining massive traction. But, let me ask you: what comes to your mind when you hear ‘soap nails’? Do you think of loads of bubbles, water motifs, blues and whites, or maybe rubber ducks? If yes, that’s not the path we’re treading.
As we’re all well aware, simple and sophisticated nails have been a huge hit the past year. And, while maximalist nails recently started doing well, it’s not for everyone. For all those who are searching for simple yet novel nails, soap nails are the answer.
But, what are soap nails?
Soap nails are simple, monochrome nails with a high gloss finish. Mostly in hues of white, beige, or neutral pink, these are extremely milky and glossy in appearance. The end product of this manicure is nails that look absolutely clean and fresh; probably the rationale behind the name. So, if you love simplicity, this can be your next pick.
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And, how can the look be achieved?
If you’re a nail artist getting a high demand for this trend or if it has piqued your interest, here’s a breakdown of the steps involved in this manicure.
First, you start by prepping the nails as usual and caring for all cuticles. With a cuticle softener, pusher, and clipper, trim away extra raised skin and ensure the cuticles look well-groomed.
Next, you must ensure that nails are even through filing. Trim them in the shape the client desires and voila, you will have a smooth canvas to work on. This is crucial for a sleek and clean finish.
Then, as we mentioned the hues above, pick the one that your client likes. Gel polish works the best for this look as it enhances the glossiness required. Sandwich the hue between a generous layer of base and a gel-like top coat. When these two coats are well done, the glossy effect will automatically fall in place.
Cure the nails to finish the look. There you have your soap nails. As a nail artist, feel free to tweak the final outcome as per your craft and creativity!
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