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Choosing a new nail color usually leads you to scrolling Instagram for inspiration. While it’s true that the platform is the number one spot for manicure and nail art inspo, it’s not the only space to find your next look. TikTok has become a strong contender and has delivered just as swoon-worthy nail ideas. But what really makes the platform shine are the popular nail polish colors it continues to deliver. For those who enjoy the sleek look of a solid manicure, finding the perfect color is equivalent to finding the perfect nail tech. Fortunately, the app has lots of options that have yet to disappoint. Ahead, see the most popular nail colors according to TikTok and the bottles to nail the look.
The Most Popular Nail Colors on TikTok
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Snow White
An all-white manicure is the epitome of clean and crisp. Although several shades of the hue have been trending this year, including milky and sheer versions, snow white reigns as one of the most popular. It’s fitting for any nail length or shape and works year-round.
Two to try:DND White Bunny ($12), Olive & June Swan ($8)
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Cherry mocha
It’s hard to remember the days before cherry mocha entered the beauty chat. From hair color to lip looks and nails, it’s become one of the most diverse trends. It rides the line between burgundy and cherry and gives your manicure a vampy yet classy look.
Two to try:OPI Got the Blues for Red ($12), Londontown Lakur Elderberry ($16)
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Ballet Pink
A soft pink polish never goes out of style. But ballet pink, in particular, took TikTok by storm and continues to be a top choice at salons. The shade is the perfect balance between natural and chic and delivers a stunning manicure no matter what shape your nails are.
Two to try: Chanel Ballerina ($32), Essie Ballet Slippers ($10)
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Candy Apple Red
Who can say no to a red manicure? According to TikTok’s red nail theory, the shade has the power to turn heads, boost your confidence and even your mood. To get the full effect, it’s best to go with a bold and bright color like candy apple red and a high-gloss top coat for maximum shine.
Two to try:Cote Stiletto ($18), Static Nails Tripple Cherry ($16)
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Chocolate Brown
Brown manicures may have been an unexpected trend, but it’s clear that they’re here to stay. Whether deep and dark or creamy and smooth, chocolate polishes are ideal for creating a chic manicure. Like black, it can be sleek, but it has a softness that keeps them feeling rich and sophisticated.
Two to try:Butter London Boozy Chocolate ($18), Lights Lacquer Americano ($11)
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Terracotta
Terracotta and sun-baked clay colors were one of autumn’s top nail trends. The shade embraces the seasonal hues of fall but feels fresher than pumpkin or nude. If you’re new to the color, try sporting it on short nails for a natural look.
Two to try:Dior Rouge Cinéma ($32), Addiction Tokyo Lisbon Sunset ($19)
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Chrome
If there’s one nail trend that has staying power, it’s chrome. Season after season it’s continued to be popular, whether worn on its own or used for designs. Getting the look used to require a full set up of powders and polishing techniques, but many brands now offer polishes that deliver the same effect.
Two to try: ILNP Eclipse ($13), Cirque Colors Time Traveler ($10)
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