Summer bookings are filling up—and clients are ready for fresh, on-trend nail colors. This season blends calming neutrals with soft chromes, juicy pastels, and modern minimalist vibes. Whether you're restocking your salon's summer menu or curating private label shades, these colors are setting the tone for Summer 2025.
Summer Brights & Nature-Inspired Tones
1. Oceanic Blue-Green
Coastal tones are trending—think watery teals and minty greens with a creamy or jelly finish.
Trending picks: Sea Foam Mist, Tidepool Teal, Cool Chlorophyll
2. Glossy Papaya
This citrus-forward coral-orange gives off serious beach energy.
Trending picks: Juicy Papaya Pop, Mango Shine, Tangerine Sugar
3. Matcha & Pistachio Greens
Soft green tones add a refined, earthy twist to summer nails.
Trending picks: Summer Matcha, Pistachio Glaze, Mint Condition
Pastels with a Twist
4. Butter Yellow
This creamy, muted yellow is popping up everywhere—especially paired with a pearl chrome powder on top.
Trending picks: Buttercream Pop, Lemon Soufflé, Chrome Custard
5. Lilac Milk
Soft, lavender hues with a sheer or milky base feel fresh and feminine. Bonus points for chrome or iridescent finishes.
Trending picks: Lavender Milk, Frosted Lilac, Chrome Violet
6. Baby Blue
A muted sky blue with a glossy or glazed overlay delivers a cool, dreamy summer aesthetic.
Trending picks: Blueberry Glaze, Ice Blue Milk, Sheer Sky
Minimal & Glazed Finishes
7. Soap Nails
Inspired by the "clean girl aesthetics" and minimalist beauty trend, these sheer, neutral-toned nails offer a healthy, polished finish.
Trending picks: Bare Gloss, Soft Sand, Cloud Pink
8. Iridescent Nails
Translucent pearlescent shimmers are being layered over any base color—or worn alone for an ethereal effect.
Trending picks: Pearl Veil, Glazed Quartz, Opal Shine
9. Tinted Whites
Classic white, but modernized—these shades come with subtle tints of blush, blue, or beige for a barely-there twist.
Trending picks: Cloud Milk, White Linen, Barely Blue
Pro Tip for Salons & Distributors:
- Rotate in trending colors monthly to stay fresh and engaging.
- Feature social-media-approved colors in promotional signage or pedicure menus.
- Try layering glazes or chromes over creams for an upgraded look.
Offer Custom Shades with Be Beauty
Looking to launch your own version of these Summer 2025 hits? Be Beauty offers full color-matching services for gel, lacquer, and dip powder. Request free samples and explore low MOQs to bring these trends to your brand.