Nude Nails: Find Your Perfect Nude
Nude nails go with everything. Work, weddings, Wednesdays. The trick is finding the nude that looks like your own nails, only better.
Here are our nude shades, sorted by skin tone and finish. Every one is £8.95, vegan, up to 85% plant-based and produced in France. Pick any three for £22.95.
Which nude suits my skin tone?
Look at the veins on the inside of your wrist. Blue or purple veins usually mean cool undertones. Green veins usually mean warm undertones. A bit of both means neutral.
Then go a shade or two lighter or darker than your skin. Too close, and your nails can look a little washed out.
| Your skin | Try | Why it works |
|---|---|---|
| Fair, cool undertones | Pillow Talk, Miss Ballet | Soft pinks that brighten pale skin |
| Fair to light, warm undertones | Skin Kiss, Nude & Proud | Warm beige that sits nicely on golden skin |
| Medium and olive | Cheeky Club, Nutz, Bon Bon Blush | Mauve and greige add depth without going dark |
| Tan to deep | Out of Line, Mr. Bigger, Chocolate Crush | Rich browns that read as nude on deeper skin |
Pinky nudes
Pillow TalkA delicate pale pink nude that flatters most skin tones.
Miss BalletFeather-light rose pink with a buildable sheer jelly finish.
Beige nudes
Skin KissA warm sandy nude. Your nails, but better.
Nude & ProudA warm pink-beige. Proud to be your go-to.
Greige and mauve
NutzA warm grey-brown for all year round. Go on, go nutz.
Cheeky ClubAn easygoing pinkish mauve with a little bit of cheek.
Bon Bon BlushSoft purple meets blushing pink. Sweet, never sugary.
Brown nudes
Out of LineA soft, calm light brown. Understated, never boring.
Mr. BiggerA velvet soft caramel brown for every day.
Chocolate CrushWarm mocha brown. All the chocolate, none of the calories.
Nudes with a glow
Glazed DonutA sheer shimmering nude with a glazed finish.
Champagne KissesA light sparkling champagne. Pop it on for a party.
Glazed BruléeSheer creamy beige with a metallic sparkle.
How do I make nude nails look polished?
- Start with Undercover Base Coat. It gives the colour a smooth start.
- Paint two thin coats. Thin coats dry faster than one thick one.
- Finish with Mist You Top Coat for high shine, or Mr Volume Plumping Top Coat for a fuller, glossy look.
Little chips hide better in a nude than in a bright red. That makes nude the easy choice for short nails and busy hands. When you want a change, it comes off with your usual nail polish remover.
Nude nails FAQ
What is the most flattering nude nail colour?
The one that shares your skin's undertone. Not sure? Start with Nude & Proud. It is a warm pink-beige that sits nicely on most skin tones.
Do nude nails work on short nails?
Yes. A nude close to your skin tone makes short nails look longer. Add a glossy top coat and they look freshly done.
Are NailKind nude polishes vegan?
Yes. Every shade is vegan and up to 85% plant-based. See exactly what goes into the bottle on our formula page.
I still can't decide. Help?
Pick any three nudes for £22.95 and try them side by side. A pinky nude, a beige and a brown is a good place to start.
