Chrome nails have recently become popular among celebrities like Zendaya, Beyonce, and Rihanna. When the effect first appears, it is very scarce and expensive. Now that chromium powder is lower priced and readily available, this trend has spread to the masses.

Metallic nails are created using metallic paint with a deep pearlescent sheen. Think of the pearlescent effect of classic gold, silver or bronze paint. Pearlescent metallic finish is available in every color.

The holographic finish has a lower shine than the chrome finish known for its signature rainbow ombre effect.

Chrome is generally monochromatic in color and offers a shiny, mirror-like finish. The end result is molten metal, with no visible glitter, foil or pearls.

Apply gel color like υsυal, curing υnder LED light between coats. Rub chrome powder onto each nail BEFORE applying the top coat of gel polish for a high shine. Let’s do our LED manicure one last time. Holographic nails require the same process, except holo powder instead of chromium powder.

Are not. Chrome powder is made up of fine particles of glass, metal and color pigments. Silver, not chrome, is encased between two layers of gel polish to create a tiny mirror on your fingertips. This process “reflects” the science behind every other mirror you have ever seen.

Chrome powder coating will come with an additional fee added to the base cost of your nail service. Expect to pay anywhere from $3 to $20 more, depending on your nail technology and where you live.

Chrome gel color lasts as long as standard gel color, from 1-2 weeks.