Reflective Glitter Gel: Trending Nail Look for Young Clients

It's very satisfying for a young client to bring you a nail design that looks more complicated than it really is. Those photos have been sparkling in a not-to-be-overlooked fashion recently. The nails are the light reflectors like micro-mirrors, which come out to the camera blinding flashes. It is the shiny, lustrous gel which reflects light. You may not have the one of your younger patrons' big trends if you haven't owned it. We have witnessed this style gaining popularity in the United States, Italy, Brazil and other parts of the world ever since the inception of MANNFl. Let me tell you why it's every which way these days.

Why Young Clients Are Obsessed with the Flash Effect

When someone under 25 is asked what they like about reflective glitter, they will reply the same. It looks normal in normal light, as a fine sheen. But, taking a photograph or walking under evening light makes the nails flash. A preferred choice of young clients. They can wear it in the day here, without being over-dressed, and then out at night to dance with their nails. Whether in your salon or online, when a young client selects this look, she isn't only purchasing nail polish she's purchasing her look.  

How Reflective Glitter Differs from Regular Glitter

Many salon owners wind up using any kind of gel that contains some glitter. That's not the case, though. The type of light that regular glitter reflects is scattered, soft. Reflective glitter is made up of small glass beads or particular pigments that reflect light directly back to its source, as would the material on a road sign or running shoes. It's a contrast of a very different nature. When it is directly lit, it looks like it's almost liquid metal or small diamonds. Important is the proper suspension of the glitter in the gel base. The glitter will settle if the formulation is too thin. If it is too thick then it's an issue when applying. We have 13 years of experience in formulation at MANNFl.

Easy Ways to Offer Reflective Looks Without Complicated Steps

Reflective glitter gel can seem difficult to use, or tedious. Well it's very easy. Reflective gels can be used in the same manner as other color gels except a higher concentration is needed. Apply 2 thin coats, cure between and then add a top coat. That is it. A few of our MANNFl partners even use reflective gel with builder gel to create a reflective overlay on natural nails that is strong and shiny. A French tip is also used for the same purpose to give an older style a more modern look, and is achieved by applying a reflective gel. There are limitless possibilities. Those who sell online can use reflective gel as an upsell as well. When young clients are on a search for base coat and top coat will promote a reflective layer to their shopping cart when they see the video that demonstrates what it reflects.  

Why Stocking Reflective Gel Attracts a Younger Audience

Be honest with me. There are lots of nail care salons for the younger customers in which they could go to, and there are lots of websites that offer gel polish online. They are brand and salon loyalists and are familiar with what they prefer. Reflective glitter gel indicates you're concerned with styles. Shows an understanding of what young people actually like. After they come back with a reflective manicure, you have a chance to convince them to love you for a service and other products. This is what we have experienced in all Polish, Mexico, Russia and South Africa salons. A reflective display at the checkout window can start a discussion, stir up enthusiasm and bring a whole new line of loyal customers. Provide young clients with a visual stimulation, excitement and another reason to return for further viewing. We've been working for more than 10 years to develop quality gels, base, top coat, cat eye, builder, spider, solid, blooming and even beautiful glitter for reflecting. We have a sterilisated workshop and quality control so each bottle is a 100% perfection.