Timeless Neutral Nail Ideas for Everyday Wear
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In this post, you’ll find swatches of a few of my favorite neutral nail colors.
I’ve swatched a lot of neutral nails in search of the perfect “nude,” and the shades below have come out on top. That said, just when you think you’ve found the perfect neutral, another one is created so I’ve updated this post a few times with new shades.
Most neutral nail polishes are somewhere in the brown family of colors - think colors like beige, tan, camel, ivory, sand, chocolate and espresso.
Neutral nail polishes can be a great addition to any nail polish collection.
They’re work and interview friendly, plus they’re very adaptable. You can find a neutral nail polish that’ll blend into just about any look you have planned.
Neutral nails can minimize any attention to the nails, while still providing a polished and put together appearance to your manicured nails.
Below are 3 great neutral nail colors to consider:
Gifted by Beyond Polish
essie in my sandbox
Shown in 2 coats, in my sandbox is from the summer 2023 push play collection and it’s a warm, light pink-beige neutral nail polish with a cream finish.
Depending on lighting and your skin tone, in my sandbox can lean more pink or more beige.
essie expressie crop top & roll
crop top & roll is a warm, light brown neutral with faint pink undertones and a cream finish.
Shown in 2 coats, this is a great “I have to leave in 10 minutes and need something on my nails,” option.
It does dry quickly.
wet n' wild wildshine Casting Call
wet n wild Casting Call is a terracotta cream neutral nail polish. Shown in 2 coats, it has gorgeous orange-brown warmth.
It’s very similar to OPI’s Barefoot in Barcelona, yet available for a fraction of the price.
Do you have any of these neutrals in your collection? Do you prefer your neutral nail polishes sheer or cream finish?
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