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Beauty lovers clearly can’t get enough of ethereal aesthetics inspired by the fantastical, frommother-of-pearl manistofairycore makeup.
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Seashell nails are super easy not only to DIY but to customize too.
Fox’s recent take on the trend, for example, was an iridescent icy blue.
And there are countless more ways to wear the trend.
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So wherever your DIY level is at, theres an option for you to achieve the look at home.
Okay…so what’s the catch (of the day)?
There really isn’t one.
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Seashell nails are user-friendly, personalized, and very much on trend.
And who doesn’t want that?
Here’s how to DIY.
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Once done, applyDaily Charme Aurora Unicorn Nail Chrome Powder,and voila!
You have the perfect summer mermaid nails.
Alternatively, you might use a chrome topcoat over a simple shade of pink, purple, or blue.
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Basically, the world is your oyster when it comes to nails like these.
For a rainbow chrome look like Jenner’s, Russell recommends investing in a multi-chrome polish.
They’re easily identifiable with their jewel-like tone and color-shifting effect, she says.
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But the best part?
There no need for any special tools, powders, or topcoats.
It’s much easier than it looks, Russell says.
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Grab a selection of your favorite sea-themed shades in gel polish, she says.
I likeASP Soak Off Gel Polish.
Alternatively, you’re free to always throw a shimmer topcoat over your favorite pastel polish.
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(My favorite?Olive & June’s Sparkle Fairy Effect Top Coat.)
Finally, Russell says that sometimes you just don’t have time to do a full-on manicure.
Shop the seashell essentials below (then say that three times fast).
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