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Your nails are like tiny art canvases and you and your manicurist are the painters controlling the brush.
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As always, we are here to share the nail-art trends we predict we’ll see in 2022.
Manicures look promising, with mismatched colors, remixes onold trends, and an increase inDIY product options.
That’s why she predicts that multicolor manicures will remain popular.
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“Mix and match shades can boost mood confidence.”
And multicolor manicures don’t have to be simply solid colors.
Folks can also play around with nail designs in complementing or contrasting shades on a solid base.
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She likes creating a color palette using two to five shades for her clients.
French vs. American Manicures
If you thought theFrench manicurewas over, well, think again.
ManicuristGina Edwardsagrees the French manicure is not going anywhere and we will continue to see colorful versions.
To create her C-shaped tips, she likes using a fine striping brush.
Models at Tory Burch walked the runway with Tenoverten’s light taupeCanalon their fingertips.
“A couple of seasons ago, [Zoya’s nudes] were very gray.
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For 2022, it still has that neutral effect but pinker,” she shares.
For those with darker skin, reach forOrly’s Lacquer in Dreamweaver, which gives a mauve-colored tint.
If press-on nails aren’t your speed, nail wraps may be the better route.
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You stick them on the nail, file to fit your shape, and go.
If you’re worried about how to apply them on shorter nails, don’t worry.
We have thiseasy guidefull of tips for you.
These 3D decals take manicures to the next level with interesting textures, sizes, and heights.
Three-dimensional shapes and figures intransparent or colorful jelly colorshave also made their way from Korea and Japan.
Tennis player Naomi Osaka tested out the trend with amulticolor manicurefeaturing three-dimensional bears in matching shades on each finger.
If you’re interested in indulging in some extra love and care, try ahand maskbefore applying hand creams.
We recommendAveeno Repairing Cica Hand Maskto soothe and moisturize.
“To me, all that says is that people are doing self-care at home.
People are trying to find ways to destress.”
And given these last two years, we don’t blame y’all.
Ride the Waves
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Edwards predicts a rise in multicolor swirl designs on negative space or a nude base.
If you prefer just a matte finish,OPI Matte Topcoatworks well.
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