Nail Anatomy 101: A Comprehensive Guide to Understanding Nail Structure for Enhanced Nail Art Designs
Learn about nail anatomy from the nail plate to the cuticle. Discover how each part supports nail growth, health, and strength.
Learn about nail anatomy from the nail plate to the cuticle. Discover how each part supports nail growth, health, and strength.
This iconic style draws its name from the glossy, translucent sheen of grape jelly, blending deep berry purples with a juicy, jelly-like texture that’s both sophisticated and fun.
funky French manicure flips the script on tradition: Keep the tip-base divide, but infuse whimsy with colors, textures, or motifs that pop. It’s 60% structure, 40% chaos—ideal for almond, stiletto, or blunt shapes.
The Floating French Manicure is a modern twist on the classic French manicure. Instead of placing the traditional white tip right at the edge of the nail, this style “floats” the line, curve, or design slightly higher, lower, or even diagonally on the nail.
Nail art for the school season can either be school spirit nails or more subtle. They can be as eye catching as paint brushes gym shoes and a box of crayons or can just have a hint of school spirit.
A white squiggle over a dark polish or a black line on white instantly elevates a manicure’s visual appeal polymetrically. The same principle why an all black or white outfit will always be trendy applies here too
Aura nails are the newest trend in gradient design that’s gradually taking over ombré styles. This new design, unlike the traditional ombré that works top down, starts from the center and moves outward.
Nail art has advanced into a technological marvel. While new colors and styles continue to gain popularity, the most striking moments of nail artistry focus on inventive forward techniques that result in ethereal, eye-catching nails.
Choosing a manicure goes beyond picking polish or art; you first need to decide how long and what shape your nails will be.
Cat-eye gels, which shift in the light, plus Y2K hits like thick French lines and quick-airbrush clouds are flying out the door. And for the actual color? Butter yellow owns the crown. I swear one client asks for it every single day-and summer has barely begun.