K, not that you need more of an incentive to wear a face mask (liiike, helping to protect you and those around you from the spread of COVID-19 should be enough TBH), but I’m about to give you one anyway: Matching your face mask with your manicure is officially a thing. I’m talking cute-ass polish and nail art that coordinates perfectly with your cloth mask (think: matching prints, color schemes, designs—the possibilities are kinda endless). Trust me when I say you’re about to see this trend all over your Insta feed. And, you know, your friend’s nails.
So to get you started on the trend, I rounded up the nine coolest mask and mani combos that you’ll want to start playing around with ASAP. BTW: A lot of these nail art designs are v easy to recreate with stickers and press-ons, so there’s really no need to book an appointment at the salon if you can’t make it in.
This Printed Face Mask and Nail Art Combo
What’s cooler than a super-detailed, glitzed-out manicure? A face mask to match. I love the idea of using identical design elements in your manicure to really bring the look out. And, like, how pretty are the shades of pink in this combo from nail artist Marsha Toussaint?
This Matching Face Mask and Nail Sticker Combo
Just because you’re wearing a face mask every day doesn’t mean you can’t have a lil fun with your style. This nail sticker and face mask combo from celeb nail artist Mei Kawajiri (aka Nails by Mei) is a great excuse to play around with super OTT prints.
This Matching Mani and Mask-Chain Combo
Another less obvious pairing, I love the idea of matching your manicure to your face mask chain. This custom chain from Justine Icy Moral looks so freakin’ good with a creamy lilac polish.
This Polka-Dot Face Mask and Mani Combo
You can’t go wrong with polka-dot nail art, especially when you’ve got an identical face mask to match. Lean into the print by opting for fun, summery colors (like this blue color scheme from celebrity nail artist Gina Edwards), and top off your mani with a few glitzy decals.
This Cat Face Mask and Nail Art Combo
A cool-as-hell option from Nails by Mei, this cat face mask (it’s custom made by Electro Magnetic Studios) and matching nail art is kiiiinda too cute not to try. Again, don’t be afraid to enlist the help of a few nail stickers or press-ons if intricate nail art isn’t really your thing.
This Leopard-Print Face Mask and Manicure Combo
Leave it to celeb nail artist Miss Pop to whip out this cute mask and mani pairing. Recreate her look by going for leopard on leopard, or switch things up and try it with a different animal print (TBH, cow print would be super pretty).
This Neutral Face Mask and Nail Art Combo
If matchy-matchy isn’t really your vibe, you’ll love this low-key pairing. Choose a face mask with two colors max and coordinate your nail polish with one of the colors (in this case, black and white). You’ll be left with a minimalist pairing that’ll look sick on your Insta feed.
This Edgy Face Mask and Nail Art Combo
Ready to go all the way extra with your face mask and mani? Take cues from Nails by Mei and channel an edgier vibe with a studded (or rhinestoned) mask and matching nails. Remember: This trend is completely up to your own interpretation, so have fun with it.