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This Water Nail Trend Is Making Waves This Summer

Water Nail Art Ideas

This Water Nail Trend Is Making Waves This Summer

Water Nail Art Ideas
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Towel? Check. Sunscreen? Check. New suit and a fresh mani to match? Check and check.

Water nail art is a beach-day necessity or the perfect poolside accessory, and it's making waves on Instagram this Summer. The H2O-inspired nail art trend features refreshing blues and seafoam whites that'll keep you cool even outside of the pool. Water reflection nail art and seawater nail art will make you sing, "Ooh, I'm about to dive in." You can also add a splash of colour with pool-float nail art or try a trendy aqua-inspired french manicure.

Ahead, we've rounded up a few of our favourite water nail art trends that are making a huge splash — just in time for the sunny season.

Water-Reflection Nail Art

Water-reflection nail art adds a splash, literally, to your manicure. Try a whirlpool of the colour or a marble manicure to match the pool tile. Add 3D "water" beads for a wet 'n' wild look.

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Pool-Float Water Nail Art

Personalize your pool-blue manicure with some colourful float nail art. Stamp Summer's favourite inflatable swan on your nail, or add a classic rainbow beach ball and neon tube.

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Seawater Nail Art

Find your beach, no matter where you are, with seawater nail art. Add sandy details, tiny seashells, colourful beach balls, or your favourite beach accessory to your ocean-blue manicure — you can basically hear the waves crashing and feel your toes in the sand!

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Water-Inspired French Manicure

Dip your tips in the water — literally, with an aqua-inspired french manicure. The classic french manicure is making a comeback, but with a modern twist. Try the look by adding swirly waves, blue foil, or ombré blue to your nail tips. Or try a water-inspired, split-nail french manicure or accent nail.

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