Bye-bye socks, hello bare feet! With the return of warmer days and the first rays of sunshine, it’s time to give your feet all the attention they deserve. So which nail polish shades should you choose for a pedicure in tune with the season? Pastel tones, warm and vitamin-rich shades, iridescent reflections or nudes… We’re taking you through the trending colour palette for a joyful, colourful spring right down to your toenails.
Pastels: softness and femininity
Flower season is all about renewal and lightness. For a so-fresh pedicure, pastel nail polish shades are the way to go.
For a soft, bohemian style, choose Lisa Lilas, a mauve at the height of this season's colour trends with a retro touch inspired by the 90s. The perfect throwback!
Blue lovers will prefer Bubble, a cool light blue with grey undertones that refreshes an outfit in the blink of an eye. The ideal colour to add a soft touch to your feet while harmonising with the spring sky.
As for Mint, it is a subtle, luminous mint green that will enhance your personal seasonal style. On fingernails or toenails, it's impossible to resist!
These soft pastels may be traditional shades, but they’re ultra-feminine and easy to pair with your favourite sandals.
Warm, indulgent colours
To wake up your pedicure, opt for new intense nail polish shades, inspired by spring flowers and juicy fruits. Yummy!
Raspberry pink with delicious accents, Péonie flirts with red without fully embracing it. A bold, alluring nail polish colour, like a ripe berry in the sun… We love it madly: the perfect shade to bring an undeniable dose of vibrancy and a chic touch to your lovely toenails.
Red Coral is a bright orange-red nail polish, warm like the rays of the setting sun, bringing vibrant energy to your pedicure. The perfect colour for a "good vibes only" effect from head to toe!
What if you gave your classic sandals a touch of modernity? For that, Violeta is your best ally: a luminous, captivating pink-purple enhanced with blackberry reflections. A vibrant shade that balances the chic of purple with the warmth of timeless red. Absolutely fabulous!
With these vibrant shades, your feet won’t go unnoticed. A touch of glamour and energy that’s perfect for an outdoor festival, brunch on a terrace or a beach getaway.
Chrome or pearlescent reflections: the wow effect
Want to dazzle the crowds with your pretty feet? Nail polish shades with chrome or pearlescent reflections catch the light and give your pedicure a futuristic look.
For a “mirror nails” effect, fall for Disco: a metallic silver saturated with micro-glitter. Ultra-sparkly, this on-trend colour catches every ray of light for a hypnotic effect… With this beautiful shade, get ready to light up the dancefloor!
Enhance your toenails with subtle elegance thanks to Carnation polish. This pink-beige nail polish delicately veiled with mother-of-pearl is wonderfully refined. Its iridescent reflections brighten both fair and dark skin tones.
Bold shades, perfect for welcoming the new season in style. Come on, make your feet shine!
Active Smooth: for perfect natural toenails
For a clean look and minimalist nails, nude remains a safe bet. Fans of soap nails will love the Active Smooth care polish, available in 4 new shades (bronze, gold, beige or pink) suited to every nail plate colour.
This care nail polish, concentrated in powerful active ingredients, is designed to smooth ridged nails, erase imperfections and even out the nail surface in a single stroke for beautiful toenails. It leaves a satin nude veil on your nails for a flawless finish while enhancing your skin tone. THE ideal choice for anyone who wants a subtle, polished pedicure.
You can also add a glow or shiny effect to this pedicure by layering with other Active™ care polishes such as Active Glow™, Active Plump or Active Shine. Definitely a must-have.
Steps to adopt for an impeccable pedicure routine
A pretty colour is great. An impeccable pedicure beforehand is even better! Here are a few essential steps to pamper your feet and extend the wear of your nail polish:
1. Moisturise your toenails regularly
👉 Massage Green Oil into your nails and cuticles daily to combat the natural dryness of feet.
2. Prepare your toenails
👉 File your nails to give them a harmonious shape.
👉 Take care of your cuticles.
👉 Gently buff your nails with a preparation file to smooth the surface.
👉 Degrease with a degreaser or a gentle nail polish remover for flawless wear.
3. Apply nail polish
👉 Apply 4 thin coats in this order: 1 coat of Green™ Base Coat or Green Flash™ vitamin-enriched Base Coat, 2 coats of Green™ colour or Green Flash™, 1 coat of Sunshine Top Coat or Green Flash™ Top Coat).
👉 Use products from the same range (Green™ or Green Flash™), as they are designed to work together.
👉 For gel polish, cure each coat under an LED lamp, following the indicated drying times.
👉 For Green™ classic nail polish, let it air-dry and use drying drops to speed up the process.
👉 Finally, remember to nourish your cuticles with Green Oil after application.
4. Gently remove your nail polish
👉 Use a gentle acetone-free nail polish remover to preserve your beautiful toenails.
👉 For Green Flash™, use removal clips to make peel-off removal easier without damaging the nail.
👉 Moisturise your nails and cuticles with Green Oil after removal.
Pastel, pop, chrome or nude, this spring’s pedicure trends offer endless possibilities for self-expression! Let your feet dance to the rhythm of your desires and your mood: the season promises to be a true festival of colours 🌈
