You’ve seen jelly nails. They’re gorgeous, aren’t they? We love the translucent colors and glossy shine! Unfortunately, not every nail polish manufacturer offers jelly gels or lacquers. Essie makes a handful, and so does Zoya. But then we discovered the best jelly nail polishes for 2024. Now, for your viewing pleasure, here they are.
Top Jelly Nail Polishes
Lavis Jelly Nude Gel Collection - Set of 24 Colors
Lavis has the broadest range of jelly gels we've ever seen. It includes almost any color you can imagine and some that will blow your mind! Moreover, these aren't watered-down, sheer shades. Instead, they are pigmented so that multiple coats give them a richer hue. But even three layers may still reveal your visible nail line, so remember to shape those nails before applying them.
The Jelly Nude Gel Collection features 24 semi-transparent colors that flow onto the nails like a dream. You only need a nail lamp to cure them to a chip-resistant, glass-like finish.
These gels are perfect for French manicures, as a base color for other types of nail art, and jelly nails, too. Many shades encompass the classic pink and peach tones you'd expect in a collection like this. However, there are also beautiful blues and greens that look like a tropical paradise.
Lavis Set Candy Jelly Collection
Go bold with candy jelly nails. They look absolutely delicious! This 24-color collection has all the colors of the rainbow plus sophisticated neutral shades. Each one looks different depending on whether you apply it to the natural nail or on top of either a light or dark base. Therefore, it’s more like a 72-color collection!
LDS 06 Adela Summer Candy
Speaking of candy, you’ve got to see this polish! You can enjoy its super-shiny, colorful finish by itself or as a top coat. Either way, it lasts 3 weeks without chipping. Furthermore, it’s SGS-certified to be non-toxic and low-odor.
Each bright and cheerful shade has a different confetti-like theme in all our favorite spring and summer colors. The hardest part is choosing just one!
LDS 09 Burnt Plum Jelly Nude
Let's remember that LDS makes other stunning jelly polish shades. This one is part of a collection of twelve jelly gel colors. Each is highly pigmented yet very transparent and glossy for an attractive finish, even with only one coat. What's more, the polish flows smoothly and has a pleasant scent, making it a joy to use. Once applied, the polish lasts for weeks but soaks off quickly when you're ready to change your look.
The only downside is the limited range of colors in the set. But on the bright side, they include cheerful Water Melon, soothing Mulberry Frost, and dreamy Simply White.
LDS 10 Purple Gems Aurora Top Coat
We promise you've never seen anything like the Aurora polish. The dazzling finish is a one-step gel or a top coat, whichever you prefer. The effect varies depending on the base color and how many coats you apply. There are a dozen colors to enjoy, all of which look lovely for up to 3 weeks.
Cat Eye Gels
LDS and Lavis both offer cat eye polish, a sparkly jelly polish, in lots of stunning shades. You’ll need an extra tool to get the most from them, as these are magnetic polishes. Some of the polishes come with a complementary magnetic tool, but other specialized options exist.
First, there’s a magnet that resembles a marker for shaping the glittery particles into the classic cat eye shape. And second, there is a double-sided magnet with two different tips. One side draws lines, and the other tiny flowers.
Moreover, these magnetic tools help you create an ombre look, French tips, or a shimmery look overall with only a single polish.
LDS Set 9D Rainbow Cat Eyes
This is no ordinary glitter gel. It’s flashier! The hypnotic rainbow shimmers across the top depending on different types of lighting and the viewing angle. With them, your jelly nail manicure will stand out from the crowd.
You don't need to be a professional to make your nails look amazing. The salon-quality formula is straightforward to apply and remove and stays looking like new for up to 3 weeks.
This collection has nine colors, but you can expand the palette by applying them to different base colors. For example, they will look different on natural nails and light-colored shades compared to black.
Lavis Cat Eyes CE3 Tropical Candy Collection
What happens if you add glitter to tropical candy colors? You get this delicious jelly nail polish! There are a dozen bright and cheerful shades that you can customize with a magnet. Depending on the magnet and how you use it, you can shape the glittery particles into cat eyes, stripes, or flowers.
Lavis Cat Eyes CE2 Under the Sea Collection
Cat eye polish is ideal for jelly nails because it's transparent, multidimensional, and ultra-reflective. The effect is dazzling, especially in shades like these. This 12-color collection includes both soothing and electric shades for every aspiring mermaid. Moreover, you can make unique or matching designs on each nail depending on how you use the magnetic wand.
Lavis Cat Eyes CE1 Cozy Cashmere Collection
How do you choose just one of the dozen shades in this glittery jelly polish collection? And just like so many jelly polishes we’ve shown you so far, the color depends on how many coats you use and the base color. So, if you collect them all, it would be like having 2 or 3 times as many colors!
Lavis Cat Eyes CE4 Fairy Tale Collection
Skip the pastels and go for the deep, rich jewel shades. This collection of sparkly jelly gels is so pretty that it belongs in a fairytale. What's more, they are compatible with other gel polishes, nail lacquer, and dip powder.
Lavis Cat Eye CE6 Starlight Collection
Our final jelly nail polish pick is the Starlight Collection with shades for every season, holiday, or event. Again, it's a magnetic polish with a compelling glitter effect. Brush it on and customize the look with a magnet or enjoy the glistening finish as it is. Either way, you'll get up to 3 weeks of wear.
Conclusion
We hope you have fun choosing the best jelly nail polish for your new look! Jelly nails are trending, and it's easy to do them at home. Stock up on what you need from our many deals and take advantage of free shipping on orders over $100.