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Syrup nails? Check out TikTok’s hottest viral nail trend

Posted on January 3, 2026
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There is another mani trend blowing up TikTok, and if you haven’t heard about syrup nails yet, keep reading. Plus, it’s easy to create. Here’s how.

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SYRUP NAILS IS TIKTOK’S LATEST HOTTEST NAIL TREND

Inspired by K-beauty, syrup nails are taking TikTok by storm, and it’s easier to recreate than you might think.

According to Glamour, the trend has generated more than 10 million views. Pro celeb nail artist, Jin Soon Choi, told the publication that “syrup nails replicate the appearance of liquid syrup, akin to the glossy, high-shine finish of jelly nails.

Syrup nails are all the rage. Image via Instagram @buro247hr.

The look is created by applying gel or nail polish along with a glossy topcoat and reminds of the very popular doughnut nail trend, made famous by Hailey Baldwin.

“The idea is to mix any colors with the base coat to achieve the appearance of a translucent syrup hue,” Choi says.

Here’s a look at different ways to incorporate the trend.

PINK PERFECT

Nothing beats a classic pink nail, and it doesn’t get dreamier than pink syrup nails.

@iredefh Replying to @redkyou1232 ♬ Sour Grapes – LE SSERAFIM

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PRETTY IN PASTEL

Not a fan of pink? Why not try pastel colours.

SPARKLY COLOUR

@insatiablenails Candy syrup 🌈 #jellynails #gelmani #naturalnails #rainbowchrome #diynails #prettynails #glitternails #gelpolish #nails #nailsartvideos #nailsart ♬ Golden Hour: Piano Version – Andy Morris

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