Like their namesake, sorbet nails are one of the coolest nail trends for summer. These glossy, vibrant looks are refreshing, standing out against all the soft pink and nude nails we’ve been seeing lately. Plus, there are endless opportunities for customizing sorbet nail designs. The gentle gradients and bright, buildable colors turn them into beautiful accessories for summertime outfits. Let’s explore sorbet nails to find the perfect look to refresh your next manicure.
Sorbet Nails Ideas
Colors that Melt Together
What are sorbet nails? Most of the manicures under the hashtag are ombre designs with multiple colors. Also, they’re glossy and semi-sheer for a juicy effect. They take advantage of seasonal releases like the LDS Color Craze Summer Collection and OPI Make ‘Em Jelly.
Here’s a tasty example that reminds us of various scoops of sorbet slowly melting together. Their oval shape suits the relaxed vibes.
LDS Color Craze - Summer Collection
Peach and Raspberry
Can you imagine how yummy peach and raspberry sorbet nails are? No, they aren’t edible, but they sure are pretty! Put them in a short, structured manicure with rounded tips and you’re ready to enjoy summer activities with a no-fuss look.
Sorbet, the OG Ice Cream
Sorbet, or sorbetto in Italian, is dairy-free and icy cold, made from fruit, water, and sugar that dates back to Roman times. But how did the ancient Romans enjoy ice without freezers during the hot summers? They collected snow from the mountains into giant, cone-shaped pits.
At bottom of the 50-foot deep pit was a wooden grate that allowed the snow to drip into the soil as it melted. By keeping the meltwater away from the snow, they slowed down the melting process.
The walls were lined with tree branches to keep the snow away from the dirt. Then, each layer of snow was carefully pounded down to make it as solid as possible. Finally, the top of the snow was covered with straw and tree branches and a low thatched roof for shade.
Merchants could then retrieve blocks of ice from the pit to sell at the market. Some food stalls served flavored ice with fruit and sweet syrup. This ancient sorbet recipe lives on today as either dessert or a palate cleanser between meal courses, especially in Italy.
Strawberry Lemon Sorbet Nails
What are your favorite sorbet flavors? Do you prefer single scoops, or do you mix various fruits?
The same questions apply to nail art. Are you a fan of single color manicures, or do you like to mix things up? The good news is that sorbet nails are beautiful either way. Moreover, you can test drive new sorbet colors in popular aura nails and other ombre looks.
LX4 Urban Lightning Collection
Orange, Guava, and Lemon Sorbet Nails
What are the most exotic fruits you’ve eaten? Would they make a tasty sorbet?
Here the artist has used jelly colors for an enticing gradient across the fingertips. The swirly decorations make us think of syrup dribbled over the top.
The LDS Popular Jelly Collection rounds up the trendiest, most requested shades in one place. What’s more, each bottle is actually three colors in one, because every shade is buildable.
LDS J04 Popular Jelly Gel Collection
Sorbet with Sprinkles
Although it’s more common to get sprinkles on ice cream, why not enjoy them on your sorbet, too? While you’re at it, put sparkles on your sorbet nails!
Orange and Passionfruit with Blue Raspberry and Lime Sorbet Nails
This mani feels like a tropical sunset over the ocean. It would be the perfect set for vacation nails. Plus, it reminds us of shaved ice in Hawaii, with the various syrups running together like watercolor paint, creating unique flavors.
Ombre Gel
Sorbet with Wine
Did you know that you can also find sorbet made with wine? The alcohol lets it freeze at a lower temperature, so it feels extra creamy and soft.
While researching this article, we found out that it wasn’t just the Romans who loved ice. More than 4000 years ago, the Sumerians wrote about the “year of the icehouse”. No kidding! It was such a big deal they named a whole year after it. It was during the reign of Shulgi, the same king who built the Great Ziggurat of Ur. The existing description explains that it was twice as long as it was deep and the Sumerians used tamarisk branches to insulate it.
The more we learn about ancient people, the more we think that they were more modern than we realize. They would probably appreciate a superb sorbet nails manicure with a soft gradient.
Make Your Own Mango Sorbet with this Recipe
You won’t have to go bring snow down from the mountain or dig ice out of your freezer to make this treat. Instead, you’ll need:
- 3 large ripe mangoes (or customize this recipe using 3 to 4 cups of other types of fruit like strawberries)
- 1 cup of powdered sugar
- Juice of one lime for mangoes, or lemon if you prefer it)
- 1-1/3 cup of water
- A freezer-safe container large enough to hold the sorbet
Steps:
After you peel the mangoes and remove the pit, put the fruit in a blender or food processor. If you have neither, grab a spoon and mash the fruit into a fine texture.
Combine the blended fruit with the sugar, lime juice, and water. Check that the texture is smooth and not gritty.
Place the sorbet into the freezer for about an hour, pull it out, and re-blend until it’s slushy and smooth. Then freeze it for another hour and repeat the process. Lastly, freeze it again until you’re ready to eat it. Allow it to sit out for 5 to 10 minutes before serving. If you heat the spoon in hot water, it will be easier to scoop.
Conclusion
Are you ready to refresh your look with a delicious gradient or a sheer wash of color? We have the sweetest shades for sorbet nails this year in our store. We make it easy to stay on top of the summer trends and save with amazing discounts!
Sources:
https://www.icecreamhistory.net/frozen-dessert-history/sorbet-history/
https://bigthink.com/the-past/the-history-of-ice-the-ultimate-luxury/
https://www.bbcgoodfood.com/recipes/mango-sorbet
