Cat Eye Nails: The Magnetic Mani You’ll Be Obsessed With

Cat eye nails are having a moment, and for good reason. This magnetic polish trend gives your manicure a glowing, velvet-like stripe that shifts in the light, like a beam of light caught in motion. It’s bold, glowy, and effortlessly mesmerizing.

The magic? It’s all in the magnet. After applying a special cat eye gel polish, a magnet is held over the nail before curing. This pulls the shimmer pigments into shape, creating that signature flash effect. You can experiment with different patterns too, like diagonal lines, glowing hearts, wavy swirls, or even galaxy-inspired designs.

Cat eye nails work with pretty much any color! Go dark and dramatic with deep greens or blues, or keep it dreamy with sheer shades and soft glimmers. Add a glossy top coat and suddenly your nails feel rich, dimensional, and totally unique.

If you're into manis that glow, shift, and stand out, this magnetic trend is definitely one to try!