Pink French tips are back, but not in the classic way you’re used to. In early spring 2025, Kylie Jenner dropped a pink-on-pink French manicure that immediately went viral—and months later, the trend still hasn’t left anyone’s mood boards. The sheer rose base with a brighter pink tip wasn’t just a cute switch-up—it was a full-on reset of the French manicure game.
It Actually Started with Khloé
Celebrity nail artist Zola Ganzorigt first tried out the two-tone pink look on Khloé Kardashian, giving her a soft, glow French mani using two shades of pink. Then she posted a mini tutorial on Instagram showing the exact technique, polish blend, and brush strokes—aka a full breakdown that nail girlies everywhere could copy.
The sheer pink base melted into a bolder pink tip, giving “soap nails” look but with extra color payoff. That video quietly popped off in the nail world. Soon after, the look landed on Kylie Jenner—and that’s when the trend exploded.
Kylie Made It Viral
Once Kylie posted her version, it was everywhere. The base stayed sheer and rosy, while the tips leaned slightly cooler-toned—like glazed strawberry gloss on a milky canvas.
Beauty magazines clocked it instantly. TikTok tutorials followed. Nail influencers flooded timelines with DIY versions, and Pinterest boards filled up overnight.
In typical Jenner fashion, Kylie didn’t caption it with a tutorial—just a soft-glam hand pose. But paired with Zola’s earlier post, the whole Internet had a blueprint.
The color mix, the oval tip shape, and that ultra-glossy finish hit every trend checkpoint: soap nails, clean girl nails, Y2K remix, and even strawberry milk-core.
Why These Nails Won’t Die Out
Celebrity-inspired nail trends move fast, especially when the look hits that “screenshot and save” energy. Hailey Bieber did it with glazed brown nails. Rihanna’s done it with baby blue. Kylie’s pink-on-pink French had that same impact because it’s wearable and scrollable.
Also—monochrome is in. From outfits to nails, the less-contrast, more-layered color story is what’s thriving in 2025. This pink French mani hits that sweet spot: girly, soft, and just different enough to feel special.
We’ve also added a few versions if you’re looking for something beyond the classic pink-on-pink—scroll down to see them.
How to DIY the Pink-on-Pink French Nails at Home
You don’t need a Kardashian glam squad—just a steady hand and two pinks.
Step 1: Nail prep.
Shape your nails (almond, square, or whatever), push back cuticles, and cleanse with remover to start clean.
Step 2: Apply the sheer base.
Paint on a light, jelly-like pink—something like OPI It’s a Girl or Essie Ballet Slippers. Let it dry or cure under LED.
Step 3: Paint the pink tip.
With a small brush or guide strip, add the curved French line using a slightly bolder pink like OPI Mod About You. Zola used this for the tips on Kylie’s look.
Step 4: Seal it in.
Finish with a high-gloss topcoat. Don’t skip this—the shine is everything.
Optional: Zola’s pro tip.
Layer two thin coats of the base for a more buildable tone. It creates that see-through softness that makes the tip pop.
Pink Polish Picks You’ll Want Immediately
- OPI It’s a Girl—for that sheer pink base
- OPI Mod About You—a soft but bold baby-pink tip shade
- Essie Ballet Slippers—neutral and chic
- DND Soft Pink Set—salon-gloss level at home
- Rimmel Sugar Coat—budget-friendly and creamy
- Chanel N°6 Jade Rose – Kylie’s go-to base if you’re feeling fancy
Want to see these shades in action?
We posted a TikTok featuring our favorite light pink nails. 💅 Or if you’re more into hot pink shades, we’ve got a summer-ready lineup for that too.
From Khloé’s quiet debut to Kylie’s viral glam, pink-on-pink French nails are now a staple in 2025. They’re easy to DIY, endlessly remixable, and still dominating the #NailTok feed. Screenshot, paint, post—and join the wave.
