K-beauty trends are always one step ahead of the curve. Glass skin, a look that’s hydrated and glowy, sits at the top of many skin-care goals lists. Oversized toner pads and salmon sperm face masks have amassed a similar cult following. In terms of manicures, a couple of trends are bubbling up, but few are as infectious as rosewater nails. Subtle and sophisticated, the rosewater nail trend is blowing up this summer for good reason. The look uses sheer jelly polishes in rosy shades to deliver a watery finish and light flush of color. While jelly manicures usually rely on bold colors to emphasize the effect, rosewater nails are all about subtlety. Here, the goal is to give your fingernails a kiss of color. Recreating the look is as effortless as the trend itself. All you really need is a coat or two of the right jelly polish.
Nail polishes to get rosewater nails
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Think of this as the nail equivalent to Dior's infamous lip oil. It's ultra-shiny with a hint of pink to create the naturally glowy effect. One coat and a layer of topcoat is all that's needed to nail the rosewater look.
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Orly Nail Lacquer in Bare Rose
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The jelly finish and sheer consistency (not to mention the name) of this polish scream rosewater nails. The color falls somewhere between coral and pink, creating a warm rose hue, while the jelly finish gives your nails a modern and sophisticated look.
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Orly Nail Lacquer in Bare Rose
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If you're looking for a more permanent rosewater manicure, reach for this gel polish. The rosy orchid color and gel-like consistency are perfect for the trend. Together, they create a glossy finish that embraces the jelly look.
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The beauty of this trend is that you have options when it comes to the sheerness of the look. This polish is ideal for those who prefer a manicure that looks more naturally bare than rosy.
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Nails Inc. Pink Glow Base Coat Nail Polish
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Lights Lacquer's Just a Tint is a great choice for a deep coral flush. The warm undertones of the shade, paired with the jelly finish, are perfect for this trend. Pro tip: Skip the topcoat and use two layers of polish for a glossy effect.
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Lights Lacquer Nail Polish in Just a Tint
