I never thought anything could replace my beloved chrome nails, but a new trend has been taking over social media and it just might do it. Meet the manicure trend everyone will be obsessed with in 2025: glass nails.
Created with the help of magnetic gel polish, glass nails take shine to the next level. The look starts with a base color, followed by a layer of magnetic polish. While the polish is still wet, a magnetic wand is held over the nail to pull the shimmer particles to one side, creating an ultra-reflective, glass-like finish.
If you already know about cat-eye nails, glass nails are somewhat similar. The difference is in the magnet shape. Instead of the usual U-shaped magnet, a wand is used to create a sleek, light-catching effect that looks more like a shard of glass.
Ready to upgrade your 2025 manicure? These glass nail ideas are perfect to save and take straight to your next salon appointment.
What Are Glass Nails?
Glass nails are a glossy, high-shine manicure created using magnetic particles in gel polish. The process begins with a base coat, followed by magnetic polish. A magnetic wand is then used to shift the particles to one side, giving the nails a smooth, reflective finish that resembles glass.
Glass Nail Manicure Ideas to Try
- Pink Shimmer
- Aqua
- Pink & Green
- Red
- Taupe Shimmer
- Brown
- Tinted Grey
- Taupe Bows
- Natural Glass
- Burgundy
