Hypnotic cat-eye nails are seriously trending for 2026, and you won’t believe how easy they are to achieve at home. Your DIY cat-eye nails can easily look professionally done with the right tools and techniques, and the process is hardly different from a traditional gel manicure.

β€œThis year cat-eye nails in soft, neutral tones will be all the rage,” says Juli Russell, DIY nail expert and Sally Beauty brand ambassador. β€œThe shimmer is subtle, the movement is intentional, and the overall