{"id":69476,"date":"2026-08-05T14:28:09","date_gmt":"2026-08-05T14:28:09","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.europesays.com\/japan\/69476\/"},"modified":"2026-08-05T14:28:09","modified_gmt":"2026-08-05T14:28:09","slug":"the-barely-there-japanese-manicure-is-everywhere-right-now-4-fresh-inspiration-ideas-to-try-this-summer","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.europesays.com\/japan\/69476\/","title":{"rendered":"The Barely-There ‘Japanese Manicure’ Is Everywhere Right Now: 4 Fresh Inspiration Ideas To Try This Summer"},"content":{"rendered":"

It goes without saying that here at Team ELLE, we’re all big fans of eye-catching, attention-grabbing gel manicures<\/a> with minimalist nail art<\/a> and punchy colours including the micro-French<\/a>, cobalt blue<\/a> and cat-eye effects<\/a>. But we’re also the first ones to admit that sometimes, a polish-free manicure with immaculate cuticle work and a healthy, naturally-glossy finish is just as elevated and impactful as a fresh set of acrylics. Plus, it feels nice to give our nails a break. <\/p>\n

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Enter: the Japanese manicure<\/a>, which takes bare nails to the next level through careful shaping and a focus on improving the health of your tips. At Copenhagen Fashion Week, the no manicure-manicure is fast becoming the It girl look du jour both on and off the runways. It’s easy to see why: the polish-free, impeccable manicure promises to complement every outfit, is easy to maintain and feels understated for the summer. <\/p>\n

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‘We are seeing a major shift towards wellness and natural health in beauty, and nails are finally having their moment,’ Yana Galiyeva and Maria Sharova, co-owners of So.Shell<\/a>, previously told ELLE UK. Of course, trimming your cuticles, shaping and buffing the nails can be done at home, but if you’re looking for a professional finish and stronger nails, an in-salon Japanese manicure is the way to go. <\/p>\n

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‘Unlike traditional polish or gel systems, the Japanese manicure or P.Shine [as it is known in So.Shell] uses a two-step process: a vitamin-rich paste is massaged into the natural nail using specialised leather buffers, followed by a protective powder that seals in nutrients,’ says Galiyeva. ‘The result is a natural pink-pearl lustre that becomes part of your nail structure, growing out with your nails rather than chipping away.’ The paste contains nourishing ingredients such as beeswax, keratin, and vitamins.
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This conditioning treatment is ideal for summer too, when nails are likely to be ravaged by drying air-conditioned environments and salty sea water on holidays. Consider it a reset for your manicure. <\/p>\n

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