{"id":302,"date":"2025-05-02T13:23:25","date_gmt":"2025-05-02T13:23:25","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/www.machimp.com\/?p=302"},"modified":"2025-05-03T14:40:07","modified_gmt":"2025-05-03T14:40:07","slug":"the-no-makeup-makeup-manicure-is-like-a-tinted-moisturizer-for-nails","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"http:\/\/www.machimp.com\/index.php\/2025\/05\/02\/the-no-makeup-makeup-manicure-is-like-a-tinted-moisturizer-for-nails\/","title":{"rendered":"The \u201cNo-Makeup Makeup\u201d Manicure Is Like A Tinted Moisturizer For Nails"},"content":{"rendered":"
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The best thing about this year\u2019s biggest nail trends<\/a> is that there really is a look for everyone. With pistachio green manicures<\/a>,<\/a>\u00a0<\/span>and jewelry nails<\/a>\u00a0for the maximalists, glossy\u00a0soap nails<\/a>,\u00a0and\u00a0elevated French manicures<\/a>\u00a0for those who prefer a quieter manicure, there\u2019s no shortage of nail inspiration<\/a>. <\/p>\n

Just when we thought there was no more space for another minimalist manicure to capture our attention, the \u201cno-makeup makeup\u201d nail trend has emerged as the freshest look for spring and summer. Pared-back and beautifully simple, it\u2019s effectively the equivalent of a tinted moisturizer for your nails; it adds polish and glow while letting your natural nail shine through. But what sets it apart from the other subtle manicures dominating this spring?\u00a0<\/p>\n

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A post shared by Cerise \ud83c\udf52 (@glossytipped)<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/blockquote>\n

What is the \u201cno-makeup makeup\u201d manicure?<\/h2>\n

Also known as a \u201cnaked\u201d or barely-there manicure, the \u201cno-makeup makeup\u201d manicure is all about enhancing your natural nails rather than covering them up. <\/p>\n

\u201cSheer, clean nails exude low-maintenance and effortless sophistication,\u201d says manicurist and Bio Sculpture<\/a> nail technician Julia Diogo<\/a>. \u201cThis barely-there manicure really does deliver \u2018your-nails-but-better\u2019, and with the right shade and topcoat, not only is your natural nail plate enhanced, but so is your skin tone.\u201d The key to the look is opting for sheer, neutral tones with a shiny finish. You\u2019re aiming for a \u201cclean\u201d, healthy, well-groomed look that\u2019s so versatile.\u00a0<\/p>\n

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A post shared by Georgia Rae (@raelondonnails)<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/blockquote>\n

How do you create the no-makeup makeup manicure?<\/h2>\n

The secret to the no-makeup makeup manicure is that while it looks simple, it relies on careful prep and precision: \u201cCuticle work and shaping are essential in my prep to create this manicure,\u201d says Diogo. \u201cWe want to avoid over-trimming the cuticles, so lightly buff to enhance the nail plates\u2019 natural shine and cleanse your hands and nails beforehand to ensure the polish adheres as evenly as possible.\u201d <\/p>\n

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@the_gelbottle_inc<\/a> Create \u2018No-Makeup Makeup\u2019 nails with @Amber using Blanc, Daisy and Kiss BIAB\u2122 \ud83c\udf80\ud83d\udc85 This trend is all about your nails, but better\u2014perfect for fans of the clean girl aesthetic \ud83e\udee7 #tgb<\/a> #thegelbottle<\/a> #thegelbottleinc<\/a> #cleangirl<\/a> #nomakeup<\/a> #nomakeupmakeup<\/a> \u266c Spring Is Coming \u2013 Morunas<\/a> <\/section>\n<\/blockquote>\n

Diogo points out that you want this manicure to be applied thinly; no bulky textures, just a couple of fine coats of polish for that natural look. As for colors? Sheer creams, translucent pinks, and soft nudes are what you want to look for, rather than anything too milky or opaque. \u201cI\u2019d also finish the nail into soft, short square or almond with a shiner tool<\/a> and use a glossy topcoat<\/a> to execute as cleanly as possible,\u201d says Diogo.<\/p>\n

Want to achieve the look yourself? Here are some of our favorite \u201cno-makeup makeup\u201d manicures to inspire your next nail look.<\/p>\n

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A post shared by Iram Shelton (@irams.jpeg)<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/blockquote>\n

Chic, simple, and executed perfectly, celebrity nail artist Iram Shelton<\/a> created this elevated manicure using a combination of OPI Bare My Soul, $11.45<\/a>, and OPI Put It In Neutral, $11.99<\/a>. We\u2019ll be rushing to recreate it at home.\u00a0<\/p>\n

Soft Oval<\/h2>\n
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A post shared by LHB Nails (@lhb_nails)<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/blockquote>\n

This elongated oval nail is the ideal shape to complement this barely-there look created by manicurist LHB Nails<\/a>.<\/p>\n

Micro Tips<\/h2>\n
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A post shared by Mateja Novakovic (@matejanova)<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/blockquote>\n

Content creator Mateja Novakovic<\/a> is the queen of the minimalist manicure, and this iteration is so chic. Opt for a pink-toned polish like Chanel Le Vernis Nail Color in 111 Ballerina, $33<\/a>, to achieve a similar sheer look.<\/p>\n

High Shine<\/h2>\n
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A post shared by Julia Diogo (@paintedbyjools)<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/blockquote>\n

Nailing the fresh manicure, the incredible Julia Diogo (aka @paintedbyjools<\/a>) used just one product to create this no-makeup makeup manicure \u2014 Essie\u2019s To The Rescue UV Damage Repair Nail Treatment, $12<\/a>.<\/p>\n

Clean Cr\u00e9me<\/h2>\n
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A post shared by Millie Flemming (@millieflemming_)<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/blockquote>\n

Opt for a squoval nail and a creamy rose shade, like Essie Nail Art Studio Jelly Gloss Nail Polish, $13<\/a>, to recreate manicurist Millie Flemming\u2019<\/a>s beautiful tinted manicure.<\/p>\n

Moisture Surge<\/h2>\n
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A post shared by Georgia Rae (@raelondonnails)<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/blockquote>\n

Think of this slick nail look by manicurist Georgia Rae<\/a> (aka @raelondonnails<\/a>) like wearing a lip gloss on your nails<\/a>; it\u2019s all about the shine.\u00a0<\/p>\n

This story was originally published on Refinery29 UK. <\/em><\/p>\n

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The best thing about this year\u2019s biggest nail trends is that there really is a look for everyone. With pistachio green manicures,\u00a0and jewelry nails\u00a0for the maximalists, glossy\u00a0soap nails,\u00a0and\u00a0elevated French manicures\u00a0for those who prefer a quieter manicure, there\u2019s no shortage of nail inspiration. Just when we thought there was no more space for another minimalist manicure…<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":1,"featured_media":304,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":[],"categories":[13],"tags":[],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"http:\/\/www.machimp.com\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/302"}],"collection":[{"href":"http:\/\/www.machimp.com\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"http:\/\/www.machimp.com\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"http:\/\/www.machimp.com\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/1"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"http:\/\/www.machimp.com\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=302"}],"version-history":[{"count":2,"href":"http:\/\/www.machimp.com\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/302\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":305,"href":"http:\/\/www.machimp.com\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/302\/revisions\/305"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"http:\/\/www.machimp.com\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/304"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"http:\/\/www.machimp.com\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=302"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"http:\/\/www.machimp.com\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=302"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"http:\/\/www.machimp.com\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=302"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}