Cat Eye Looks

Cat Eye Looks for Your Nails

Cat Eye nails create a beautiful, deep effect that shifts as the light hits the nail. This special effect is created with Cat Eye Gel Polish and a magnet.

Here you’ll find complete sets that make it easy to create a Cat Eye design at home. Explore looks such as 'Square Cat Eye Look', 'Cat Eye Glitter Look' and 'Cat Eye Hearts' in our selection.

What do you need to create Cat Eye nails?

To create the distinctive Cat Eye look, you’ll need a Cat Eye Gel Polish and a Cat Eye magnet. Cat Eye Gel Polish contains special metal particles. When you hold the magnet just above the wet Gel Polish, the magnet pulls the particles together and creates the signature line or shape on the nail.

In addition to your Cat Eye Gel Polish and magnet, you’ll also need the basic equipment you use for all Gel Polish designs. This includes a UV lamp, Base Coat, Top Coat and standard prep tools such as a buffer and nail file.

How to create Cat Eye nails

Cat Eye nails are a fun design to experiment with. The process is similar to applying regular Gel Polish, but with one extra step to create the magnetic effect.

Step by step: Cat Eye Gel Polish

• Prepare your nails by pushing back the cuticles, filing and gently buffing. Clean the nails with Nailster Cleanser.
• Apply a thin layer of Base Coat and cure in your UV lamp for 60 seconds.
• Apply a thin layer of your Cat Eye Gel Polish. Do not cure this layer yet.
• Hold the Cat Eye magnet just above the wet Gel Polish for 5-10 seconds. You’ll see the metal particles come together and form the pattern. Experiment by holding the magnet in different positions to create different effects.
• Cure the Cat Eye Gel Polish in your UV lamp for 60 seconds.
• Repeat steps 3-5 if you want a deeper color or a more intense Cat Eye effect.
• Finish with a thin layer of Top Coat and cure in your UV lamp for 60 seconds. Wipe the nails with Nailster Cleanser to remove the tacky layer.

Can Cat Eye be combined with other nail designs?

Yes, Cat Eye Gel Polish can be combined with many other designs. For example, you can use Cat Eye as a background for Nail Art such as dots or hearts, as seen in our 'Plum Polka Look' or 'On the Dot Look'. You can also combine it with glitter for an added effect, as seen in 'Cat Eye Glitter Look'.

Popular Cat Eye colors and looks

Cat Eye Gel Polish comes in many colors, each adding depth and shine. From dark shades like 'Mystic Twilight' to lighter colors like those in 'Plum Polka Look' and 'Dotty Blush Look', which create a softer finish.

Looks like 'Square Cat Eye Look' create a bold, defined finish, while 'Ghostly Glam' features more subtle effects. Choose the Cat Eye look that suits your style.