Fruit Skin Nails: the manicure we’re going to love this summer!
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This summer, forget about classic nail polish colors and those truly boring French tips. This summer, an ultra-fresh trend is gently making its way to the tips of our nails: the fruit skin nails manicure. Also known as “fruit nails” or “peel polish,” this delicious and vitamin-rich trend gives your hands a sorbet-glazed-cocktail effect. Just like a fruity sorbet, here’s a closer look at this trend that smells like sunshine, ripe peaches, and fingers dipped in a slushie. I know it sounds tempting, and after reading this article, I promise you will want to adopt it!
What are fruit skin nails?
Inspired by the skin of fruits (hence its name), the “fruit skin” manicure is not about painting strawberries on your nails. It’s more of a subtle and sensory approach: we play with translucent polishes, jelly effects, shiny reflections, and sometimes micro-glitters, to create an ultra-fresh “juicy skin” effect.
Imagine a manicure that evokes:
- the glossy red of a ripe cherry,
- the soft pink of a fresh lychee,
- the translucent green of a crunchy grape,
- or the bright orange of an apricot.
The result? Natural and luminous nails, as if enveloped in a thin layer of fruity syrup. As always, we take inspiration from the undisputed queen of manicures, Hailey Bieber, who, as you guessed, is already showing off her fruit-inspired nails!
Why adopt the fruit skin nails this summer?
First of all, because it’s just delicious. Second reason: if you are, like most of us, in Europe, summer is taking a bit of time to start, and we want at least some sunshine on our nails.
1. A simple and flattering trend
No need for long nails or to be a nail art pro. The fruit skin manicure adapts to all lengths and flatters all skin tones. Its “healthy and hydrated nail” effect is both chic, light, and very modern.
2. A natural alternative to classic French nails
If you like discreet yet trendy manicures, this is the perfect option. Far from kitschy patterns or neon colors, the glossy fruity manicure brings a touch of freshness without overdoing it. And if you really love kitsch, go all out with little patterns like “fruit basket or small colored checks” that evoke the countryside.
3. A guaranteed mood booster
Fruity colors have a real power over our mood. A cherry red or a jelly lemon yellow instantly boosts a minimalist outfit and pairs perfectly with your summer looks. Personally, to lift my spirits, I’ve long preferred a manicure session over a shopping spree; try it, you’ll see!
How to do fruit skin nails at home?
No need for complicated equipment. Here are the 3 key steps:
1. Apply a shiny base coat
This is essential for a clean and luminous finish. It also protects your nails.
2. Choose a fruity translucent polish
Prefer jelly or semi-transparent shades in fruity colors:
- Lychee pink
- Papaya orange
- Cherry red
- Apple green
- Frozen mango yellow
It’s best to go to a pro, but if you feel comfortable doing your own manicure at home, I recommend these brands: Essie, OPI, Kure Bazaar, or Manucurist. Good news: they already have collections suited to this trend.
3. Finish with a gel or glossy top coat
This is what gives the famous plump effect, slightly rounded. Don’t hesitate to add a thin layer of golden or pearlescent glitter to intensify the shine.
For those who prefer to be pampered by the experts at a salon, just ask for a jelly effect or glass nails manicure, with a semi-transparent fruity polish and an ultra-glossy gel finish. Some salons also use the terms “gloss nails,” “juicy nails,” or “glassy fruit nails” for this plump and radiant trend.
I wish you a beautiful summer, full of sorbets, colors, and always in beauty!
Featured image: ©Anna Kumpan on Unsplash
