From mermaid and fairy-inspired glitz to the return of jelly sandals, this year is all about recovering what we loved as kids. So it's no surprise that ice cream nails
In fact, Jennie from Black pink is already a fan, as evidenced by her Instagram post featuring a stunning ice-cream-style manicure and images with Billie Eilish. NBD!
Was Jennie inspired by her own single "Ice Cream"? Perhaps, but Juli Russell, Sally Beauty's DIY nail specialist, says the design is right on trend.
One of the most popular—and delectable—ways to wear ice cream nails? Paint "dripping" ice cream on your nail tips instead of the traditional French tip
While DIY-friendly designs are dependent on your degree of competence, Russell always recommends investing in the necessary nail equipment ahead of time.
Next, apply a base coat to keep your manicure from "melting away." "Select a creamy, pastel color for your ice cream foundation. "
"Create drips along the free-edge or cuticle area of your nail, or use an all-in-one product, like FingerPaints' striping polish," she said.
Once finished, apply your favorite chunky glitter paint to your nails for a sprinkles-like effect. "You can apply it from the brush of the polish or use a nail-art brush for precision," Russell tells me.
If pouring ice cream nails appear too complicated, there are simpler techniques to achieve the appearance. Consider a simple pastel foundation, such as turquoise
If ice cream nails are too immature for you, try combining the "dripping" style with other artsy patterns. While the ice cream suggestion is present, it is not as overpowering.
At the end of the day, there are no wrong ways to wear ice cream nails. The most important thing about eating ice cream in the summer is that you enjoy it.