Staying current on social media trends is no easy feat. Every day, a new concept or technique seems to make waves on the internet. The latest? The “blue nail theory.” If you’re curious about this, you’re not the only one; it was one of the top 10 trending searches on Google in 2024.
As it turns out, the blue nail theory isn’t too dissimilar from the viral “red nail theory.” It has to do with your nail polish color and what it signifies. To learn more about this phenomenon, keep reading.
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Mi Nguyen is a nail artist and licensed master nail educator based in Charlotte, North Carolina.
WhatIstheBlueNailTheory?
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