Looking for something new to do with your nails? Look no further than this unique nail trend.&nbsp;

Spring is the perfect time to try new looks and embrace <a href="https://www.lofficielusa.com/beauty/nail-trends-manicures-to-try-this-spring">bold nail designs</a>. Cat's Eye Nails are one of the hottest TikTok trends, as the manicure style is fun and <a href="https://www.lofficielusa.com/beauty/bright-summer-nails-ideas" target="_blank" rel="noopener">striking</a>. The look can be accomplished in almost every color and can be done at a nail salon or at home with a few simple tools. Let L'OFFICIEL guide you on how to achieve this coveted nail trend.&nbsp;

What are Cat's Eye Nails?

Cat's eye nails are also referred to as velvet nails. They get their name from a dimensional effect that looks like a cat's iris. The look is subtle and might not be immediately apparent at first glance, but under lights, this manicure flashes and sparkles like a jewel. Cat's eye nails are created by using a magnet to move around small pieces of iron in the gel polish.

How to Get Cat's Eye Nails

To get cat eye nails, ask your nail technician if they have the necessary tools and expertise to complete the trendy <a href="https://www.lofficielusa.com/beauty/types-of-manicures-guide-gel-acrylic-dip">manicure</a>. Most technicians can easily recreate the style by looking at a reference photo. You can also do DIY cat eye nails at home by using magnetic gel polish, one that includes the special magnet required, and a shiny top coat.
Clean your nails and apply a base coat, allowing it to dry. Apply the color of your choice and let it dry before applying a coat of magnetic cat eye nail polish to one nail at a time. Work quickly while the polish is wet, holding the magnet over the nail without touching it directly. Hover the magnet until you see the polish shifting and reacting in response. Repeat the process for each nail, sealing the manicure with a clear top coat and allowing it to dry or cure under light if you're using gel.

Variations on Cat's Eye Nails

The cat eye nail trend is beautiful in any color. However, some color combinations are especially stunning. Try cat's eyes nails with black, blue, or purple, so you'll have an effect that resembles the night sky. Blue cat eye with gold flakes is also a beautiful combination, with the gold sparkle adding extra dimension to the manicure. If you choose this type of manicure, ask your nail technician to create it rather than trying it at home, since it can get especially messy trying to deal with wet polish and gold sparkle. For a natural look, brown gel polish is a subtle option, one that gives you the look of a real cat's eye.

Galaxy Cat's Eyes Nails. Photo courtesy of vdw.nails (@vdw.nails)

Let Cat Eye Nails Inspire Your Next Manicure

Let Cat Eye Nails Inspire Your Next Manicure

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