{"id":116488,"date":"2025-11-04T00:02:07","date_gmt":"2025-11-04T00:02:07","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/nz\/116488\/"},"modified":"2025-11-04T00:02:07","modified_gmt":"2025-11-04T00:02:07","slug":"selena-gomezs-blush-jelly-chrome-nails-are-the-prettiest-holiday-mani-youll-see-this-year","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/nz\/116488\/","title":{"rendered":"Selena Gomez\u2019s Blush Jelly Chrome Nails Are the Prettiest Holiday Mani You\u2019ll See This Year"},"content":{"rendered":"

As a proud Selena Gomez stan, I\u2019m always on high alert for the next Rare Beauty<\/a> drop (for the record, I\u2019m currently obsessed with the new Rare x Beis bag collection). A close second? Waiting to see her next nail look<\/a>. When Selena stepped onto the pink carpet at the Rare Impact Gala in Los Angeles, her manicure did not disappoint. The soft blush shade shimmered beautifully\u2014but it was the combo of jelly and chrome finishes that made it newsworthy.<\/p>\n

Tom Bachik<\/a>, celebrity manicurist whose clients include Jennifer Lopez, Selena Gomez, and Hailee Steinfeld<\/p>\n

To complement her ’90s-inspired glam and satin mauve minidress, Selena\u2019s longtime manicurist, Tom Bachik (he did her wedding nails!), blended two of the year\u2019s biggest nail trends\u2014chrome<\/a> (for that subtle shimmer) and jelly<\/a> (for a sheer, glossy finish)\u2014to create a gorgeous blush hue that reminds me of irridescent butterfly wings.\n<\/p>\n

Credit: <\/p>\n

Photo by Amy Sussman\/Getty Images for Rare Impact Fund<\/p>\n

How to Recreate Blush Jelly Chrome Nails <\/p>\n

Bachik shares his exact recipe.\n<\/p>\n

Start with perfect prep <\/p>\n

In true Tom Bachik fashion, prep is everything. \u201cA flawless foundation is the secret to any gorgeous manicure,\u201d he says. Bachik reached for his favorite Tweezerman tools to shape the nails and push back the cuticles<\/a>\u2014his non-negotiable step for smooth, clean edges. Once the nails were perfected, he applied Olive & June\u2019s Nail Strengthener, a clear treatment that helps reinforce weak nails and boost resilience. Think of it as a base coat that works harder.<\/p>\n

Build the base <\/p>\n

With the nails prepped, Bachik moved on to the base color using Olive & June\u2019s new Builder Gel\u2014a formula that adds both strength and volume. He chose the shade \u201cBlush Jelly,\u201d a sheer, pink tint that gives that signature jelly finish. Selena\u2019s nails were then shaped into a soft almond for a sleek, elegant look.<\/p>\n

Add the chrome finish <\/p>\n

To bring the look to life, Bachik sealed the builder gel with a glossy gel top coat, then layered on \u201cAurora\u201d from his own Cosmic Chrome Collection. \u201cThe shiny finish was the perfect way to make this \u201990s glam look modern,\u201d he explains.\n<\/p>\n

Seal and shine <\/p>\n

Finally, Bachik applied one last clear gel top coat to lock everything in and enhance the glow. The result? A dreamy blush chrome manicure that\u2019s soft, shimmery, and holiday-party ready<\/a>. It’s not in-your-face glitter or siren red but rather an understated sheen that is minimal chic and, let’s be honest, chef’s freaking kiss.\n<\/p>\n