In 2026, nail art is becoming more subtle, durable and refined. No more too-much: it’s all about premium finishes and designs that last. Here are the nail trends our technicians apply the most at OLM Beauty Rabat.
1. BIAB, the base of every trend
BIAB (Builder In A Bottle) is THE star product: a strengthening gel that thickens and protects the natural nail while serving as a perfect base for the design. Ideal for fragile nails that break. Hold: 3 to 4 weeks without chipping. It’s the base we recommend before any durable nail art.
2. The reinvented French
The French manicure is back, but reinvented: colored tip (pastel, chocolate, metallic), micro-French on short nails, or reverse French at the lunula. Elegant and timeless, it suits every length.
3. Chrome and the “glazed donut” effect
The mirror chrome finish (the “glazed donut” effect popularised on social media) remains very requested: a pearly powder that catches the light. Stunning on a nude or rosy base.
4. Velvet / cat-eye effect
The magnetic cat-eye creates a moving reflection like a precious stone. Guaranteed depth effect, perfect for evenings out.
5. Polished minimalism
At the opposite end, a big 2026 trend: the flawless nude nail, just a rosy BIAB or a tone-on-tone gel polish. The beauty is in the perfect finish, not in the pattern.
How much does nail art cost in Rabat?
At OLM Beauty, nail art starts from 5 MAD per finger depending on complexity, on top of your manicure or gel polish. The strengthening BIAB is 160 MAD. See all our nail prices.
The hold tip
Beautiful nail art only lasts on a well-prepared base: cuticle work, light buffing, a quality base coat. And above all, strict hygiene (sterilised tools, single-use files) — that’s what protects your natural nails.
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Want to try a trend? Send us your inspiration on WhatsApp 06 32 77 33 77 and we’ll recreate it.