What is the Glazed nails trend?
Glazed nails, or “frosted nails,” like many trends, were popularized by social media. We owe it to the famous model Hailey Bieber who, by posting her Donut Glazed nails on TikTok, garnered millions of views and propelled this nail art to the top of the manicure trend. Inspired by the lustrous texture of glazed donuts, Glazed nails offer an aesthetic that is both minimalist and sophisticated, which has charmed many celebrities, including Vanessa Hudgens and Jennifer Lopez.
This icy finish with pearly, fresh, and light reflections produces smooth and shiny nails that give hands a healthy and well-groomed appearance. Hmm, doesn’t that remind you of something? Clean manicure, no makeup makeup... We are right in the middle of this return to natural beauty that has been shaking up the Beauty world for a few years. After Soap nails, Glazed nails are THE new nail trend that highlights the beauty of hands and enhances the natural shine of nails.
How to do Glazed nails?
After the theory, let’s move on to practice! Here are our pro tips to get beautiful quick & easy glazed nails at home.
Which polish colors can you use for Glazed nails?
It all depends on the desired effect. If, like Hailey Bieber, you want stunning Glazed Donuts nails, we suggest a transparent polish in pink or nude shades such as Beige, Hortencia, Pale Rose or Milky White. For an autumn manicure, opt for beautiful Glazed Latte nails on a base of Orme polish.
Craving a delicious manicure? Treat yourself to delightful Glazed Cherry nails with the polishes Péonie or Red Cherry.
You got it, the possibilities are endless and Glazed adapts to all your desires; just play with effects and polish colors to find the best combinations.
Glazed Nails step by step
Nothing complicated in making Glazed nails, just follow these 5 routine steps:
#1. I prepare my nails: essential to ensure good tenue of the polish, preparation includes several steps (detailed in our article here). These are:
- filing the nails to give them the desired shape,
- softening and pushing back the cuticles,
- buffing the nail surface and dusting off,
- degreasing to remove any oily residues.
#2. I apply my Base Coat: a thin layer of base coat is enough to protect the nail surface and better fix the color. Use a base coat from the same range as your Green™ or Green Flash™ polish, and if using a Green Flash™ base coat, don’t forget to cure under an LED lamp.
#3. I apply my Green™ or Green Flash™ color: in 2 thin coats of polish, curing under an LED lamp if you use a Green Flash™ polish (following the drying times indicated depending on the lamp type).
#4. I apply the Glazed powder: using the dedicated applicator brush, apply the Pink Glazed powder or White Glazed, according to your preferences and the desired finish. Then remove excess powder with the dust brush and clean the nail edges.
#5. I seal everything with a finishing layer of Top Coat Sunshine or Top Coat Green Flash™ which will give that glossy finish that makes all the magic of Glazed and ensure its durability. With a few drops of Huile Verte applied regularly, you’ll enjoy your Glazed nails even longer.
Glazed Nails effect without Glazed powder, is it possible?
No Glazed powder on hand? No worries! Among its wide range of polishes, Manucurist offers pearly Green™ or Green Flash™ polishes that come close to the frosted effect. The shades Satin, Carnation, Pamplemousse, Moon or Gold Sand will give your nails a colored and subtly iridescent finish, ideal for those who prefer a simpler and faster alternative while staying on trend.
You can also count on the highlighter care polish Active Shine which will bring your nails the desired pearly beige glow while strengthening them thanks to its hydrating and antioxidant formula. A perfect green & shiny cocktail for fragile nails!
Nail art variations around Glazed
Super versatile, Glazed adapts to all looks, from the simplest to the boldest. The same goes for its nail art variations.
For a minimalist manicure and maximum elegance, Glazed nails easily transform into French Glazed. On a Hortencia or Milky White base, apply a veil of Pink or White Glazed powder and finish your nail art with a fine line of white polish Crème. And voilà!
In a maximalist version, Glazed nails turn into fantastic Oyster nails inspired by the sea. Layer colors, create texture using a dotting tool, and play with pearly or chrome effects as you wish. It’s up to you to invent your little aquatic world in nail art!
Glazed lets you see all the colors and it’s not over yet! Stay tuned to discover new Glazed effects in 2025 📣
