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Coral polish and a glossy see-through jelly finish on almond nails — juicy, bright and easy to wear all summer.AI-generated design concept by Naillie
Summer Nail Idea

Coral Jelly Almond Nails

Coral Jelly Almond Nails: a summer nail idea. See the shades, shape tips and products to get the look at home.

Stylist note: Juicy coral jelly on almond nails, holding a fruit cocktail by the pool. The translucent coral looks like the drink in the glass; build it in two or three sheer coats for extra depth.

Color
coral
Finish
jelly
Shape
almond
Season
Summer
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Recreate this jelly look at home

  1. Prep: push back cuticles, buff the shine off the nail plate and wipe with alcohol so the base coat grips.
  2. Shape: File the sides in a straight line toward the center and round the tip softly, like the top of an almond.
  3. Apply a base coat.
  4. Build two or three thin coats of sheer coral jelly polish until the color is juicy but still see-through.
  5. Seal with a high-shine top coat.
  6. Massage in cuticle oil to make the manicure look salon-fresh.

Pro tip: Jelly color deepens with every coat — stop when you still see a hint of the nail underneath.

Coral jelly nails: FAQ

What are jelly nails?

Nails painted with sheer, translucent color that looks like glass or candy — glossy and see-through.

Are almond nails strong?

They are stronger than stiletto because the tip is rounded, but the narrow tip is more fragile than square. Medium length with gel or builder gel is the sweet spot.

Does coral nail polish suit my skin tone?

Burnt orange and copper shine on warm and deep skin; peach and coral lift fair and neutral skin.

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