Have you spotted the “Ice Cream Nails” trend making waves this season? Think pastel mint, strawberry sorbet, lemon gelato, blueberry cream, and lavender whip—delicate, milky shades that look like they belong in a gelato case.
9 Ice Cream-Inspired Nail Shades
- Pastel Mint – a cool, light green
- Strawberry Sorbet – a light, creamy pink with a slightly cool base
- Lemon Gelato – a warm, soft buttery yellow
- Blueberry Cream – a pastel, soft blue
- Lavender Whip – a muted, pastel purple
- Creamy Banana – a light, warm yellow with a hint of beige
- Peach Sherbet – a warm, light peach
- Dusty Rose Sorbet – a soft, muted pink with a neutral-warm feel
- Sheer Raspberry Glaze – a translucent cool pink-red (great as a gloss or jelly polish)
(suggested base tone)
What’s interesting for us as colour analysis pros is how these soft, light, and often cool-leaning tints play with undertones. While they seem universally playful, some shades can be surprisingly tricky depending on the client’s seasonal palette.
💡 A few observations:
- Summers springs and spring summers are loving this trend—low contrast + light chroma is their sweet spot.
- Cool-toned clients may find mint or lilac flattering, while warm-toned clients could lean into soft peach or creamy banana.
- For Deep or Bright seasons, this trend can feel a bit washed out—but a clever accent or layered nail art might bring it into harmony.
✨ Bonus: The Ice Cream Nails trend opens up a fun talking point for seasonal makeup adaptations. A “Winter” might swap to a sheer raspberry glaze, while a “Autumn summer” could wear a dusty rose sorbet shade with ease.
Are you recommending any ice cream shades to clients? 🍓🍋💜
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Last Updated on 15th May 2025 by Helen Tobias