Glass Nails: the minimalist manicure par excellence

If you love naked nails and minimalist manicures, you will love Glass Nails, glass effect. This simple and clear manicure combines everything and could not be easier to wear. In an era of naked nails, the evolution towards this extra lucid effect is more than natural.

“I think the transparent manicure is only a continuation of the trend of the soap nails and Bubble Bath Nails,” says the nail artist Tom Bachikresponsible for some of the most iconic looks for celebrities such as Selena Gomez and Jennifer LopezNbd.

We saw the Glass Nails trend for the first time on Selena Gomezcreated by Bachik himself, in May of this year, on the occasion of the rare beauty annual mental Health Summit in Los Angeles. The actress combined the shiny manicure with her typical almond -shaped nails and we immediately wondered how to get the look.

Bachik explains everything you need to know about glass nails (including what to ask the salon to get the perfect look). Continue to scroll to discover some ideas of manicure to be brought to the next appointment or to be made on their own.

What are Glass Nails?

Glass nails are exactly what they seem: a transparent, super lucid and bright manicure. Bachik created the look of the glass nails for Selena Gomez, who took hold. Celebrities such as Hailey Bieber and Anne Hathaway have joined the trend of naked nails, with Bieber who even brought the look to the fingers of the feet with a totally translucent and fresh summer pedicure.

“The soap Naila were a minimalist version of the nails with glossed and semitransparent effect and transparent nails are a minimalist version of the former,” says Bachik. Perhaps this summer, simpler manicures and pedicures await us than in past years.

Another advantage of the tendency of Glass Nails: with this style it is possible to extend the time between one appointment and the other by the nail artist. Thanks to the transparent nail polish, the nails will grow without problems (you can also try this style at home). At a time when everyone seems to talk about recession indicators and find ways to save on their beauty routine (the colors for low maintenance hair, easy techniques to cover the regrowth and which involve a smaller appointment number in the salon, as in the case of the Blonde reception, continue to be super popular lately), the glass effect nails that join the cause without giving up the glamor.

How do the Glass Nails take place?

Get the look Glass Nails It could not be easier. But with a simple and clear manicure like this, the preparation of the nails and cuticles is fundamental (the glass effect enamel will not hide anything, so making the fingers are perfect before will be a kids game).

“Start by creating the perfect canvas,” says Bachik. “The better the base, the better the overall look will be.” Recommends using a complete set for the manicure, we suggest you Manicure kit – essential of the Sephora Collection.

If you are a do -it -yourself lovers, here’s how to prepare your nails: “Start by pushing the cuticles back to uniform them and give them shape,” says Bachik. “Remove the cuticles or pieces of skin that could sprout, like nail nails, with the cuticle caliper.”

Then, you will have to create the favorite form of the nail. The beauty of this manicure is that anyone can wear it, regardless of length or shape. “It is so versatile that it literally works with any length or form of the nail,” says Bachik. «I don’t think there is a length or a better form of nail for the Clear-Nail look. I think this is its charm ». In a world of extensions for nails and nails biab, more delicate than acrylic, but thicker than traditional nail polish and gel, short nails will have a moment of glory with this look: “I must say that the shorter nails have a fantastic appearance”, adds Bachik.

Regardless of the length and shape you choose, to create it use “your tough cutting and improve it with your nail file”, Recommend Bachik. «Finally, pass a brush on the surface of the nail to exfoliate it and smooth it gently. Now you are ready to add the gloss! ».

How do glass nails create?

Once the preparation is completed, it’s time for the enamel. «I use my favorite manicure tools of Tweezeman To create the perfect canvas, a constant length and form and shape, “Bachik says. “Then I apply a transparent or slightly colorful base and a top coat for a lucid finish.”

What shade of enamel used Bachik for the viral naked manicure of Gomez? His Tom Bachik Color Click in Super Clear shade. The gel enamel presents itself in a small pen easy to transport. Just click on the pen to release some gel, brush a thin layer on the nail and polymerize under a nail lamp. If you prefer to avoid gel, you can get a similar look using any transparent nail polish. And if you want, instead of transparent tips on which to apply the enamel, like these Le Gel Tips – Short Almondto model on the nails, as Bachik did for Gomez, you can also use your natural nail.

Opi Nail Envy Nail Strengthener Clear

30 € € 18 Amazon

The mini macarons

Le Gel Tips – Short Almond

€ 13 Douglas

How to ensure that the manicure resists longer? “I also recommend applying a new layer of top coat every three to five days to keep it lasting and new,” says Bachik.

Our favorite design for Glass Nails:

A pinch of rose

Naked nails

Court and round

Clear Squoval

Opaque and floral