Magnetic Nails

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Nails styled with magnetic gel polish and a magnet to pull metallic particles into velvet, cat-eye, or aura patterns.

Trend context

Magnetic gel is the engine behind cat-eye, velvet, and aura looks in 2026. A small wand magnet drags iron particles in the wet gel into a soft directional sheen, so one bottle delivers several finishes.

Key fact Magnetic (cat-eye) polish keeps momentum into 2026, with Accio noting smoother, refined magnetic particles and gentler gradients as the year's direction.

How to get the look

Apply a magnetic gel, hold a strong magnet above the wet layer to pull iron particles into a line, glow or aura, then cure; the band moves as the hand turns. Deeper jewel bases show the effect best.

How to wear

Magnetic nails are fall/winter evening wear - pair with burgundy, emerald or navy. Pairs well with: Cat Eye Nails, Velvet Magnetic Nails, Aurora Nails.