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Crystal Nails are the anti-aging manicure trick you didn’t know you needed

With their glassy shimmer and light-catching finish, crystal nails are the latest beauty secret for elegant, youthful hands


By: Celia Mediavilla, Carolina Urquiola
UPDATED AUGUST 6, 2025 6:17 PM EDT

A stunning new manicure trend has emerged this summer: Crystal Nails. 

This new style is effortlessly eye-catching, while delicate, and full of sparkle. Crystal Nails will stand out with their elegant arrangement of tiny crystals, delicately placed atop the nails, creating a sophisticated appearance.

This trend not only gives your hands a brilliant touch but also instantly drawing attention.

 

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 What are Crystal Nails? 

Crystal Nails are all about decorating your nails with tiny crystal accessories. These crystals vary in shape and color, allowing you to create either a luxurious or minimalist effect, depending on your personal style. The result is a sophisticated manicure that transforms your hands into your best summer accessory.

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Makes you look younger and stylish 

Crystal Nails have a visual effect of elongating your fingers and giving your skin a youthful glow. The shimmering crystals bring vitality to your hands, offering a trendy yet elegant look. It's not overly bold, allowing it to complement every summer outfit beautifully.

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Minimalist Chic 

If you prefer a simple yet elegant manicure, this is your perfect choice. Featuring a flawless nude base with a single crystal accentuating each nail, this minimalist design pairs effortlessly with your wardrobe, adding a subtle sparkle while making your hands appear youthful and stylish.

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Aura Nails 

This design combines sparkling crystals with a gradient base that mimics an energy halo. The outcome is a uniquely mystical manicure, ideal for those who crave something distinctive yet sophisticated.

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French Manicure Option

The classic French manicure continually adapts to new trends, and Crystal Nails are no exception. On a timeless French base, crystals are strategically placed across the nails, spaced elegantly apart. Perfect for special events or simply elevating your everyday style.

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Mix and Match 

Express your creativity by mixing colors, shapes, and textures. This vibrant look is ideal for those who love adventurous manicures. Neon shades, wave designs, varied shapes, and even 3D accessories come together to form an eye-catching, playful, and imaginative style.

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Blush Nails 

Inspired by the flattering pink hues of blush makeup, this design radiates youthfulness and vitality. A gentle pink base adorned with a single crystal at the center of each nail creates a fresh, radiant manicure, enhancing your natural skin tone.

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Starry Glamour 

Star motifs have been a standout trend recently, and this design embraces that beautifully. The combination of a nude base with silver stars accented by crystals creates a sophisticated yet whimsical look, making your manicure feel youthful and enchanting.

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Glazed Style

Inspired by Hailey Bieber’s famous glazed donut nails, this manicure adds a sparkling twist with crystal accents. The result is a glamorous, sophisticated, and modern look ideal for evening events or adding a touch of elegance to your everyday attire.

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Multicolor Magic 

A nude base enhanced with crystals in multiple vibrant colors achieves a fun yet refined manicure. The key is balancing crystal placement to avoid a bulky appearance, resulting in nails that are playful, colorful, and undeniably elegant.

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