Matcha And Mint Nails Are The Manicure Trend Of The Moment
Make room, purple manicures because there's another hot shade joining you on the nail trend front for 2024. And that color is green. Matcha and mint green, to be exact. Unlike the moody and mysterious forest green nails that dominated late winter, this ice cream colored hue is bright and lively. And, we'd argue, is a little more fun and easy to wear — especially for those who don't like to go too dark when it comes to their manicures.
When you're trying to pick out the perfect green to try this trend, think of matcha tea to get the ideal color or a classic mint green. That way, you can ensure you're not going too dark or too light. With that said though, there is some leeway here when it comes to colors, as mint and matcha shades are a bit of a spectrum. That's why we've collated some of the best matcha and mint manicures out there to help you nail (literally) this hot new manicure. Matcha tea not required. Unless you want one, of course.
Make your mint and matcha nails 3D
3D nail charms are having a bit of a moment, so why not add some to your mint or matcha nail look? There are countless standout designs that you can try on your on-trend manicure, but opting for something on the more delicate side will add to the overall lighter feel of the color. Something like flowers are perfect, or you could add a little glam with something metallic or shimmery.
Make mint nails come to life with nail art
Tired of the more basic one nail polish color manicure? Then have some fun with it! Matcha or mint green nails are perfect for this because the shade is arguably more interesting than a classic neutral (we're looking at you, latte nails) but still simple and chic enough to accommodate almost any nail art over the top. Daisies are perfect if you're rocking light green nails going into spring, or try adding something like a sunshine if it's closer to summer.
Try green marble for added sophistication
If you're looking for a super sophisticated twist on the matcha and mint nail trend, then you may want to add a little marble to your look. This will only add to the shade's sophisticated aura and is a great way to inject a little personality into the style. You could try mixing different green shades for the look, or go for something on opposite ends of the color spectrum so it really stands out.
Mix matte and gloss
Another way to make matcha and mint nails your own is to mix a little matte and a little gloss to really add your own spin to this trend. How you do this is up to you, but one of the easiest ways is to apply a matte polish all over your nail, then add a glossy shade, either in a mint or matcha or a clear lacquer, over the top. The design you create can be whatever you like, those swirls are one of the easiest nail art additions to do at home.
There's a matcha/mint version of a French manicure
Anyone who doesn't want to leave the French manicure behind, this one's for you. Instead of nails painted all over in the color, only apply the matcha or mint color to the tips. This is a great way to get a couple of trends into one too, as pastel nail tips have also been everywhere in 2024.
Blend your matcha and mint nails
Take a cue from your match or mint beverages and blend, blend, blend. Mixing your green with another shade, such as a neutral pink, and creating a gradient effect from the nail bed down will keep it more understated and ready to wear with anything. It's also ideal for those who don't want one single shade on every nail.