Magnetic gel polishes with a cat's eye effect open up a multitude of possibilities for nail design. One shade can look completely different depending on the position of the magnet, the direction of movement and the way the glare is formed. From a clear line of light to a soft velvety glow - all this can be created using one material.
The YOU ARE CUTE assortment features three collections of magnetic gel polishes — Milky Way, Royal Cat Eye, and Seoul Cat Eye, each of which has its own character of shine.
Let's look at how magnetic gel polishes work and what effects can be created using a magnet.
How does the cat's eye effect work?
Magnetic gel polishes contain special metal particles that react to a magnetic field. When the artist brings a magnet to the uncured coating, the particles change their arrangement, creating light lines, iridescence, and a depth effect.
By changing the position of the magnet, you can control the direction, shape, intensity and location of the glare. That is why one gel polish allows you to create several completely different manicure options.
What Cat Eye effects can be created with a magnet?
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Classic vertical highlight
A clear line of light along the nail creates a depth effect and visually emphasizes its length.
How to create: Apply magnetic gel polish and move the rectangular magnet along the nail plate. Change its position until a clear light strip appears, then cure the coating. -
Diagonal flare
The angled light line adds dynamics to the manicure and creates the effect of a moving glow.
How to create: Place the magnet at approximately a 45° angle to the nail. Gently change its position, creating a diagonal gradient. -
Velvet Cat Eye
A soft diffused glow without a clear light line resembles the shimmer of velvet or silk.
How to create: Gradually bring the magnet to the sides of the nail, gradually distributing the magnetic particles to create an even shine. -
Halo Effect
The magnetic glare is concentrated in the central part of the nail and smoothly diffuses to the edges, creating visual volume.
How to create: Use a round magnet or reposition a rectangular one to create a light accent in the center of the coating. For a distinctive halo, it is better to use a special magnet of the appropriate shape. - Magnetic jacket
A modern alternative to the classic jacket, where instead of a white smile line, the main accent is a magnetic glow.
How to create: Apply magnetic gel polish and use a magnet to move the light accent to the free edge of the nail. Adjust the shape of the glare and cure the coating.
What affects the clarity of magnetic glare?
Even the same gel polish can create different effects. The result is influenced by:
- The distance to the magnet determines the force of the effect on the particles.
- The position of the magnet affects the direction and shape of the glare.
- Layer thickness - affects the uniformity of application and polymerization.
- The characteristics of the material—the size and concentration of magnetic particles—determine the nature of the glow.
It is important to form a highlight before polymerization and fix the result immediately after obtaining the desired effect.
Three Cat Eye collections from YOU ARE CUTE
Each collection of YOU ARE CUTE magnetic gel polishes has its own characteristics and allows you to create different visual effects.
Milky Way Color #112–121 — cosmic glow
A collection of 10 reflective gel polishes with a cat's eye effect. Metal particles react to a magnet, creating deep shimmer and light patterns. The Milky Way feature is a combination of magnetic and reflective effects. Under bright lighting or a flash, the coating is revealed with an intense cosmic glow.
Royal Cat Eye No. 1–6 — royal highlight
Six rich magnetic shades with a dense color base, movable shimmer and fine glitters throughout. Royal Cat Eye does not require an additional color base. By changing the position of the magnet, you can create different shapes of shimmer and emphasize the depth of shades.
Seoul Cat Eye No. 1–8 — delicate shimmers
A collection of eight magnetic gel polishes in the K-beauty style that allows you to create a soft, sophisticated glow. Seoul Cat Eye can be used on a clear, black or colored base, varying the depth of the shade and the intensity of the magnetic effect.
Tips for the perfect magnetic manicure
To get a clear and expressive highlight, follow a few simple rules:
- Work with the magnet smoothly, without sudden movements.
- Do not touch the uncured coating with the magnet.
- Do not delay polymerization after glare formation.
- Experiment with different magnet positions on the tips.
- Consider the features of each magnetic gel polish.
One shade - many possibilities
Magnetic gel polishes allow you to create a variety of designs without complex techniques and additional decor.
Just change the position of the magnet to get a new character of shine. The Milky Way, Royal Cat Eye and Seoul Cat Eye collections by YOU ARE CUTE open up space for experiments - from delicate iridescence to rich magnetic and reflective effects.
Experiment with highlights and create your own unique Cat Eye with YOU ARE CUTE!
Magnetic Cat Eye Gel Polishes: Techniques for Creating Different Shimmer Effects
Magnetic gel polishes with a Cat Eye effect allow nail technicians to create a variety of nail designs using a special magnet. Metallic particles react to the magnetic field, forming luminous lines, shimmering reflections, and visual depth. By adjusting the magnet's position, angle, and distance, nail technicians can create vertical and diagonal highlights, the Velvet Cat Eye effect, Halo Effect, or a magnetic French manicure.
The YOU ARE CUTE range includes three magnetic gel polish collections.
Milky Way Color №112–121 — ten reflective Cat Eye gel polishes combining magnetic shimmer with intense sparkle under bright lighting.
Royal Cat Eye №1–6 — six rich shades featuring a highly pigmented color base, a dynamic magnetic highlight, and fine glitter. No additional colored base coat is required.
Seoul Cat Eye №1–8 — eight magnetic gel polishes with delicate K-beauty-inspired shimmers that can be applied over a clear, black, or colored base.
To achieve a defined magnetic highlight, apply the gel polish in a thin, even layer, use the magnet before curing, and cure the coating according to the manufacturer's instructions. Different magnetic techniques allow nail technicians to transform the shimmer of a single shade and create unique nail designs without additional decorations.