5. Short Gel Nails with Korean Blush and French Manicure Elements: Begin with short nails. Apply a gel polish in a soft, blush, or nude colour as a base.

Ahead, two nail experts — Jin Soon Choi, nail artist and founder of JINsoon, and nail artist Rachel Joseph — share everything you need to know about Douyin nails.

Nails done Douyin-style tend to run longer in length, and feature "rhinestones, super small beads or big gemstones, and chrome colours," said Duong, who's known for creating this look. Short cut ...