Nailpro Editor-in-Chief shares her five favorite red shades in honor of Valentine's Day!
Red is the color of love and the color on the everyone's mind during the month of love!
Whether or not you believe in the "red nail theory," a term coined by TikTok creator Robyn Delmonte (@girlbosstown) to describe the attraction of potential mates with red nails, red is a powerful, beautiful and timeless color. Red happens to be one of my favorite colors, so I have put together a collection of my favorite reds sure to please even your pickiest client....and perhaps find them a new suitor.
1. OPI Big Apple Red
Let's start this list with a red classic, Big Apple Red by OPI. This bright, warm classic red is sure to complement any skin tone. It is available as a lacquer, gel or Nail Envy product. www.opi.com
2. The GelBottle Candy
I discovered Candy by The GelBottle in summer 2023, and it quickly became my favorite pedicure shades. Candy is one of The GelBottle's best-selling shades, as an opaque cherry red polish with a subtle orange undertone. www.thegelbottle.us
3. CND Ruby Ritz
In 2024, CND celebrates an astonishing 45 years in the business, and you may recall on its 40th "ruby" anniversary, the brand brought back the iconic Ruby Ritz Shellac shade. This sparkling scarlet is still available and can give your clients full-on ruby sparkles in just two coats. www.cnd.com
4. Glitterbels Red Light District
For a deep, crimson-red, head on over to Glitterbels, which is now available in the U.S., and check out its acrylic Red Light District. This intense red is sure to bring glamour to any fade, blend or design, and some of its users note that it is one of their most popular shades. www.glitterbels.com
5. Gelish Let's Crab a Bite
In Summer 2023, the live-action remake of "The Little Mermaid" captured the hearts of Ariel lovers everywhere, and its oceanic influence made huge waves in the beauty community with hair, nails, makeup and much more. It was then that Gelish launched its Splash of Color collection of six shades inspired by "The Little Mermaid." My favorite of the line, Let's Crab a Bite, is described as a fiery tangerine pearl, available in both dip and gel options. https://gelish.com
