Best 2020 Beauty
The Best Nail Launches of 2020 Reimagined DIY
NYLON's favorite nail launches of the year, from 3D gel stickers to at-home pedicures made easy.
All industries had to learn to pivot in 2020, some harder than others. For the world of nails specifically, this was a year for experimenting, and with many salons closing their doors early, at-home manicures and setting aside time to look after your nails became a true beauty essential for many. Retailers responded to the nail boom in kind, unveiling products that were as innovative as ever, including candy-scented polish, an at-home pedicure set, and enough sparkly polish to last you until 2021.
Keeping tabs on every new nail release is no easy feat, but NYLON is here to help, with our picks for the best nail launches of 2020. Follow along with our picks from faves including Olive & June, Lights Lacquer, and Orosa. Plus, you might even find a new brand to love, or a new look to try, including the easy to apply tips from Chillhouse, and the 3D gel manicures from ManiMe.
Below, check out the best nail products of 2020, as chosen by the NYLON beauty team.
We only include products that have been independently selected by NYLON's editorial team. However, we may receive a portion of sales if you purchase a product through a link in this article.
Best Nail Launches of 2020: Rave Nailz Butterfly Nailz
Best Nail Launches of 2020: Tenoverten The Rose Oil Nourishing Cuticle Oil
Best Nail Launches of 2020: Chillhouse Chill Tips
Best Nail Launches of 2020: Lights Lacquer Supernova Collection
Best Nail Launches of 2020: Olive & June The Winter Set
Best Nail Launches of 2020: Luxxi Blush Pink Press-On Nails
Best Nail Launches of 2020: Orly Mini Gel Lamp
This small lamp has just as much power as an option twice its size. All you have to do is plug it into any USB power source, prop it up with its stand, and press the button for two seconds to onset a 60 second cure. The brand also has a ton of videos on Instagram and YouTube that walk you through the process, but once you get the hang of it, this teeny lamp will become a staple it you at-home manicure process. — Tanisha Pina, Beauty Editor