As for how cat-eye nails get their shimmery velvet effect, L.A. Nails Studio founder Apple previously said that it’s the result of some scientific magic. It turns out, the gel formula contains magnetic particles.
“[Cat-eye] mimics the magnetic field and pushes the metal particles, which gives it the famous cat-eye look,” explains Apple. Using a magnet allows you to “manipulate the particles to the desired placement.”
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Want to get the look at home? Apple says it’s possible to DIY. Just keep in mind, the look is gel-only. “You can definitely do it at home,” says Apple. If you already know how to use a gel lamp to cure your polish, you can easily re-create Lindsay’s sparkling-rosé nails. All you need is the special magnetic polish and nail magnet, which you can pick up from Boots.
This article originally appeared on Glamour US.