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#nailed2017

Marble nails have been a constant top performer on social media for the past few years, but stone-inspried sets took on new life with a matte finish in 2017.

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It's not even winter yet and this technique certainly isn't new, but bundled up nails are very much in-demand.

Speaking of wearables, denim made a splash on digits this year.

The horror remake set box office records, but was also a hit with nail enthusiasts as well. See more sets here.

Deanna Stelmaschuk
It sounds gross, but people bugged out over insect-inspired art that's actually quite beautiful.
Remember back in August when we all stared at the sky? There were also a ton of eclipse-inspired sets worth staring at as well.

Mouth-watering mixes of pink, green, and seeds dominated manis in summer 2017. Sink your teeth into 24 more designs here.

Cacti coolness swept the land with 3-D inspired succulents and cute, flat cactus nails popping up everywhere.
When the live-action version of a tale as old as time debuted in March, artists set out to create nails that were the belle of the ball. See more here.

The Women's March kicked off 2017 with a powerful statement that eventually took to nails as well. Expect to see more manis like this in 2018.
The fashion house reinvented itself with a modern aesthetic, and in doing so inspired high-fashion nail art.

The demand for glow powder made these special effects nails light up even more.

Jenn Fetty
In April the Unicorn Frappuccino invaded our tastebuds, beginning an onslaught of all things unicorn. Browse more unicorn horn nails here.
Airbrushed art made a brief comeback in 2017.

If unicorn and chrome nails had a baby, it would be the holo nail. This rainbow reflective effect was spotted all over nails and product lines in 2017.

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A slender smile line was certainly big in 2017. See more examples here.

This metallic shade made the year all the more rosey.
Whether it's an ombre or an elaborate handpainted design, fancy footwork gave us all the feels this past year.

Magnetized nails were massive in 2017, spawning several cat eye (called that due to the reflectiveness of the design) product lines.
Which trend was your favorite? Did we miss one? Let us know what you think should have made the list.

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This is the latest installment of the Cosmos Update with Yara de la Torre: "The general vibe of this season is asking us to open up our hearts, to have courage when it comes to facing our own truths and to take this opportunity to make bold moves that support our growth and evolution."

A new study by Advanced Dermatology shares statistics about tattoo opinions, regrets and removal.

Specifically designed for nail technicians and enthusiasts, this game for nail nerds promises to deliver hours of fun and engaging entertainment while putting their knowledge of pop culture and the nail industry to the ultimate test.

From commenting on weight loss to refusing to pay to demanding services despite an illness or family death, some clients just don't know how to be respectful or appropriate.

OPI Introduces Repair Mode, a nail serum with its patented Ulti-Plex Technology to absorb into the nail to repair 99% keratin protein and build 4x stronger nails in about six days.

The Cosmos Update with Yara del a Torre (@yara.delatorre) offers insight into Taurus Season which is expected to be a little extra special. It's a season of eclipses, plus Mercury retrograde, and even a new moon. What might this mean for you? Listen up!

"Yeah, but..." is a short poem about embracing and loving ourselves, in all our perfect imperfection, written for nail technicians.

Thank you to these content creators who keep it light at the nail salon.

A hashtag search revealed these top posts, with a variety of nail art designs, from abstract to polka dot.

Established in 2020, Chào Nail + Bar is offering an eco-friendly atmosphere that delights the senses and brings joy to the body, mind, and spirit.

What a year. Thank goodness for nail techs and their sense of #nailhumor.

VOESH will preview its 2020 Holiday Collection as part of its #VOESHLOVE Virtual Trade Show. Virtual workshops will inspire, educate and prepare salon owners and nail technicians for the future.

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