The 10 Best Velvet Nail Ideas for Luxurious Sets 

Velvet nails, also called cat-eye nails, offer a captivating allure with their textured shimmer.

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This nail art creates a mesmerizing effect reminiscent of looking into a cat's eye.

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To achieve velvet nails, you'll require magnetic polish and a magnet.

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The cat-eye effect emerges from the magnetic particles present in special polish or gel polish.

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By manipulating the magnet's position and angle over the wet polish, varied patterns can be achieved.

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Velvet nails captivate with their ethereal charm, thanks to the textured shimmer they boast.

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Achieving the cat-eye effect necessitates the use of magnetic polish or gel containing magnetic particles.

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The placement and orientation of the magnet over the wet polish dictate the final pattern outcome.

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