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The 10 Best Nail Trends in 2026
Trend #1
Safe Nails - TPO-free, Toxin-Free, Vegan & Planet-Friendly
In 2026, Safe Nails will take over the beauty scene, with TPO-free, acid-free and vegan gel formulas that are kinder to your nails and the planet. This clean-beauty approach avoids harmful ingredients without compromising on performance, giving clients stronger, healthier-looking nails. More salons are choosing toxin-free, sustainable gels as the new standard for conscious nail care. Safe Nails proves that high-quality results and eco-friendly formulas can absolutely go hand in hand.
Trend #2
Jelly Nails / Soap Nails - the glossy, transparent colour trend
In 2026, Jelly Nails, also known as Soap Nails, are set to become a major signature look. These transparent, glossy gel shades create a fresh, gummy-like finish that feels both playful and refined. The sheer colour keeps the manicure light, clean and natural, while still adding a subtle pop of pigment. Perfect for the minimal-beauty look.
Trend #3
Flower nails - Blooming Manicures
Flower Nails are blooming into a major 2026 trend, bringing delicate floral art and soft pastel colours to the forefront. From minimalist single-flower accents to full-on garden designs, these manicures let your nails blossom into wearable art. Whether you go subtle or vibrant, floral nails combine seasonal freshness with timeless elegance. Perfect for clients who want their manicure to stand out with a feminine, joyful vibe.
Trend #4
Pantone Colour of the year : White nails
Pantone’s Colour of the Year 2026, Cloud Dancer, anchors the rise of milky and creamy white manicures that define the new era of soft minimalism. This airy, luminous white replaces last year’s butter-yellow trend with something cleaner, calmer and more elevated. Milky and creamy white gels create smooth, cloud-like finishes that feel fresh, modern. Whether used as a pure base or integrated into refined nail art, Cloud Dancer transforms every look with effortless elegance — making soft whites the most essential and sophisticated shade family of 2026.
Trend #5
Pearl Nails
In 2026, Pearl Nails make a full comeback with soft pearlescent gels and dreamy, twirled glow effects. These looks play with light, creating a subtle shimmer that feels luxurious, clean and modern. Perfect for clients who want something elegant but still eye-catching. The new pearl gels deliver a milky, opalescent sheen that shifts beautifully in different lighting. From minimal pearly washes to full twirled pearl art, this trend turns every manicure into a soft-focus, luminous statement.
Trend #6
Berry Nails - juicy, bold & makeup-inspired
Berry Nails are becoming a major 2026 staple, bringing everything from pink to raspberry pink onto the nails — just like this year’s berry-inspired makeup looks. These shades feels like summer, making them an instant favourite for both short and long nails. Perfect for anyone wanting a manicure that feels summer.
Trend #7
Au Naturel Nails
Au Naturel Nails are making a powerful comeback. Soft nude, sheer beige and natural pink shades combine with a glossy or matte finish to highlight the beauty of your real nails. Au Naturel nails are ideal for everyday wear, timeless style and understated elegance.
Trend #8
Flip-Flop Comeback - From Designer to Havaianas
Flip flops are officially back in 2026, from high-fashion runways to classic Havaianas on the street. This summer staple is reclaiming its icon status, making open-toe styling cool again. And with toes on full display, perfectly polished nails become the ultimate accessory. Think soft whites, glossy nudes or bold berry shades: if flip flops are making a comeback, your pedicure should too.
Trend #9
Neon Ombré & Neon Aura - High-Summer colourboom
Neon ombré and neon aura nails are bringing vibrant, glowing colour transitions to every manicure. These manicures play with soft neon gradients, creating a glowing, colourboom effect that feels electric, playful and ultra-modern. By blending vibrant neon shades into smooth transitions or diffused aura halos, you get a manicure that looks almost lit from within. It’s the perfect trend for anyone craving that bold, sun-soaked, festival-ready energy.
Trend #10
Mermaid glitter nails
Mermaid glitter nails take on a softer, more refined look in 2026 with ultra-sheer, transparent glitter gels that create a delicate underwater sparkle. The effect is elegant, airy and lightweight, giving nails a dreamy mermaid sheen without looking heavy or overdone. It’s the perfect trend for clients who want a touch of magic, but in the most effortless and sophisticated way.
