Glass Gala + Cat Eye Nails: The Ultimate Glow-up You Need
What happens when you combine juicy, see-through color with magical shimmer? You get your next nail obsession, that's what! Meet the Glass Gala collection, a set of twenty-four jelly polishes perfect for creating trendy looks. They are delicious all by themselves! But you can take them to the next level by adding universal cat eye gel underneath. The light-catching effect of Glass Gala cat eye nails is absolutely hypnotic and guaranteed to glow-up your manicure!
Glass Gala + Cat Eye Nails
Glass Gala Glamour
First, let's talk about these new jelly gel polishes. They look like melted candy drops that you can paint on your nails. That's the Glass Gala Collection, and it’s so yummy! These see-through polishes have buildable color, so every shade is like two. What’s more, the Glass Gala set includes two dozen hues for beautiful jelly nails all year round.
Plus, the Universal Cat Eye Upgrade
Now for the second part of this power duo: universal cat eye gel. Other cat eye polishes come in a specific color with magnetic glitter mixed in. Universal cat eye gel is different because most of the colors are clear yet packed with sparkle. This means you can add a cat eye effect to any jelly color and unlock amazing new looks.
For a "Jelly Sandwich" That Makes the Magic Happen
So, you’ve got gorgeous jelly colors and sparkly cat eye polish. When you put them together into a “jelly sandwich”, the combo is irresistible!
Here’s a sample to show you what we mean. This set features LDS Universal Cat Eye RB07 and LAVIS C08-16 from the Glass Gala Collection. Those product numbers just don’t do justice to how they look. Which is why we called this one “Summer Neon Glass Tips”. It feels like hot pink fun!
FYI: The silvery glitter on top comes from another new product, the Pat Pat Gel Palettes. Check them out if you’re into ombre nails or hand painted designs.
Lavis Pat Pat Gel
So, what’s the secret to making a “jelly sandwich”? Apply the cat eye gel before you apply the jelly color. This technique changes everything. The jelly color acts like a colored lens for the shimmer underneath. Then the sparkles look like they are suspended in glass. This creates incredible depth that you can’t get any other way.
The Encapsulated Aurora
Let’s see another example of cat eye plus jelly gel nails. This advanced look appears complex, but it uses the same layering principle with the help of sculpting gel for texture.
Doesn’t it seem like the Northern Lights were captured inside the nails? Or that you found an iridescent seashell on the beach? All that opal goodness from a blend of jelly colors and cat eye polish!
Stained Glass Nails
Jelly polishes are ideal for ombre and watercolor style designs that involve layering colors. The swatch photo here shows several possibilities like plaids and gradients created with Glass Gala gels. With a few swirls of emboss gel, the design comes to life even more.
Step-by-Step Guide to Glass Gala + Cat Eye Nails
Ready to create your own jelly plus cat eye masterpiece? Here we go:
- Prep your nails and remove any dust. This glassy look requires an obsessively clean canvas for flawless results.
- Apply the gel base coat to all the nails and cure it.
- Time for the cat eye magic. Mix the bottle and apply a coat of the universal cat eye gel to the first nail. Use a slightly thicker layer than the base so there’s plenty of glitter to play with.
- Grab the magnet and hold it close to the nail to move the glitter into the desired shape.
- Remember, one end of the magnet pushes and the other pulls the shiny bits into place. This can help you form more intricate shapes. Also, check out our collection of custom magnets.
- Cure the cat eye gel and move onto the next nail. It’s best to go one by one so that the design stays crisp. Also, keep mixing the cat eye polish in the bottle so the magnetic particles are evenly distributed.
- Once every fingertip is shimmering with cured cat eye polish, it’s time for the jelly gel. Choose your favorite Glass Gala shade, apply a thin coat, and cure it.
- Add another coat (optional) for a deeper hue. Like we said, it’s like each bottle is two colors in one!
- Finish with a top coat, cure, and enjoy!
There’s also a little video on Instagram to show you all the steps.
PS: Although we’re digging the super shiny jelly + cat eye glass nails look, there’s an alternative if you’re feeling rebellious. Try a matte top coat for an etched glass look. Add metallic accents and suddenly it’s vintage art!
Cat Eye + Jelly Nails Are Catching On
This trend is catching fire! We’ve seen several artists experimenting with jelly colors and cat eye polish. The results fit right into the glass nails and velvet nails trends that are sweeping social media feeds.
We foresee lots of screenshots showing up in salons soon, especially since both cat eye nails and jelly nails are so popular. The simple combo adds one step to your manicure, but you get mesmerizing results with shimmer fizzing up from the depths.
Pro Tips for Jelly Polish
Since Glass Gala gels are translucent, each added layer deepens the colors. That’s handy for syrup nails, for example.
But jelly gels also act like watercolor paints. If you overlap them, they create new shades. With a little knowledge of color theory, you can expand the 24-color collection into custom palettes. Imagine the incredible ombre designs you could create!
Conclusion
It’s too late—you can’t unsee the gorgeous jelly colors and shimmer effects. They’re calling you. Ideas are popping into your mind. Don’t resist them!
We have what you need for jelly + cat eye gels at prices that will make you smile! Shop our store for the best deals on nail supplies to feed your latest obsession.