The new ‘soap nails’ trend for 2025
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Leave the drama in 2024 – this year, it’s all about the subtle sophistication of soap nails!
Soap nails are the latest trend that’s taking over your FYP and wins the chicest mani out!
ORLY’s UK Ambassador and nail expert Lou Stokes explains that soap nails are the dreamy equivalent of the ‘no makeup, makeup’ trend, saying “Soap nails are essentially a very well-manicured nail, in creamy milky tones or soft pink shades.” Lou explains the signature of any soap mani is the unique “semi-sheer, neutral coverage” that emulates that clean, fresh and glossy feeling!
Soap nails are the perfect accessory for a fresh start to the year, just like stepping straight out of the shower, with celebs like Victoria Beckham already spotted with the latest trend! Lou weighs in on the trend below and tells you just how to achieve the latest viral mani using ORLY’s lineup of products!
The secret to achieving the ultimate soap mani, is all in the prep – less is more, but healthier is everything! Nail care is key to any chic mani and achieving a soap mani is no different, with Lou saying “extremely shiny well-groomed nails give a luxurious squeaky-clean look”. Begin with ORLY’s Cutique Cuticle Remover | RRP £8.70 that will help to gently remove dead tissue around the cuticles, allowing for strong nail growth and prepping your nails for a brighter and healthier manicure.
Lou says the next step to achieve soap nails is to “Look for a sheer pink or nude shade that compliments your skin tone”, like ORLY’s Sheer Luck Breathless Nail Polish | RRP £13.50. Part of ORLY’s breathable treatment range, Sheer Luck is infused with argan oil, pro vitamin B5 and vitamin C to keep your nails both healthy and stylish. This creamy blush pink shade mimics the colour of your natural nail bed and will complement any skin tone.
Lou shares her “absolute go to for soap nails” is ORLY’s Rose-Coloured Glasses Nail Polish | RRP £12.99. Rose-Coloured Glasses is a sheer but glossy rose-pink that works perfectly to achieve that clean, fresh aesthetic. This can be paired with a super thin, classic, white french tip or some simple nail art for a touch of personality to your soap mani!
“Finish with a high shine glossy topcoat” like ORLY’s Shining Armor Topcoat | RRP £16.50 to lock in that squeaky-clean look says Lou . Shining Armor is a quick drying, super-shiny gel-like finish topcoat for long lasting protection and a brilliant shine that will elevate your mani!
ORLY has been leading the way in innovative, vegan and cruelty-free nail-care formulas for over 40 years! Proudly made in L.A., ORLY’s range is designed to build your healthy nail from bed to tip!
ORLY is available from www.orlybeauty.co.uk & Superdrug | from £8.70
