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Hailey Bieber’sglazed donut nailshave become part of her signature look.
Meet the Experts
What Are Chrome Nails?
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They’re unlikeglitter nails, for instance, “which has a chunky and sparkly look.
With chrome, the shimmer is extremely refined,” she adds.
Manicurist, Lesley Stanger, adds that the chrome nail look gives “a mirror-like finish.”
Kara Nesvig
All it takes is a quick stroll through your eyeshadow palette collection.
(Why does that always happen right before you’re set to try a new manicure?)
“Gel and oil do not mix; oil can break down gel products and hinder adhesion.
With that, I think eyeshadow can be a great alternative if utilized correctly.
I have seen beautiful nail art created using eyeshadow.”
“Almond chrome nails scream elegance to me,” says Nguyen.
“An almond shape looks best for nail art or designs.
It elongates the fingers and enhances the nail art or design on top,” Stanger says.
Aside from eyeshadow, a shimmery nail polish can help achieve the DIY chrome look at home.
“There’s no powder spillage, no chipping, no bulkiness,” she says.
“Stanger recommends Nailboo chrome powderlike itsStardust shadeon top of a nude or neutral base.
