Cat eye gel polish has transformed modern nail art with its magnetic depth, light-shifting shimmer, and multidimensional finish. From classic linear effects to advanced 9D designs, each cat eye gel creates a unique visual result. This guide explains Brunson’s cat eye effects, how to use them, and how to choose the right collection for your design or salon service.

Cat eye gel polish is a special type of magnetic nail polish that creates a mesmerizing, luminous stripe across your nails that looks just like the reflective slit in a cat’s eye. What makes it magical is the tiny metallic particles suspended in the gel—when you hold a magnet over the wet polish, these particles shift and align to create that signature glowing line that seems to follow the light. It’s like having a mini light show on your fingertips! The effect can be subtle and elegant or bold and dramatic depending on the color you choose and how you position the magnet. The best part is that once it’s cured under a UV or LED lamp, that stunning cat eye effect is locked in place and lasts just as long as any other gel manicure, usually two to three weeks without chipping.

Cat eye gel polish contains fine metallic particles that respond to magnets. When a magnet is placed over uncured gel, the particles move to create light – reflective patterns – ranging from classic cat eye lines to complex multidimensional effects. Brunson cat eye gel polish is one of the most popular magnetic nail art techniques used in professional salons today.

• Prep the nail by removing shine, dust, and oil
• Apply primer (air-dry), then base coat and cure
• Apply one layer of cat eye gel (do not cure)
• Hold magnet 1-2 mm above the nail to form the effect
• Cure under UV/LED lamp and finish with top coat

• Work one nail at a time for sharper effects
• Use a black base coat under 9D cat eye gels
• Hold the magnet steady for 2-3 seconds before curing

 
Each Brunson cat eye collection creates a different magnetic effect – use this table to choose the right look for your design style.

• For beginners and fast salon services: Smart 9D Gel, 9D Cat Eye Magnetic Gel
• For luxury and bridal nail sets: Diamond 9D, Platinum Cat Eye 9D
• For bold and statement designs: Exotic Red Cat Eye, Metallica Cat Eye
• For creative and editorial nail art: Multiverse 9D, Beyond Cat Eye

• Professional nail technicians
• Salon owners
• Nail art learners
• At-home nail enthusiasts

This range is developed as a salon cat eye nail polish, offering consistency and reliability for daily professional use.

Brunson Professional Cat Eye Gel is formulated to meet professional salon standards while remaining easy to use for all skill levels. Trusted by nail artists across the UAE and GCC, it delivers consistent pigment flow, smooth application, and reliable magnetic response for high-impact results.

Developed with stable viscosity and predictable curing behavior, Brunson Cat Eye Gels ensure repeatable performance across different nail lengths, lighting conditions, and design styles-making them ideal for daily salon use.

Brunson Cat Eye Gel Polish is TPO-free, HEMA-free, vegan, and cruelty-free, offering a safer and more conscious choice without compromising professional performance.

To truly understand cat eye techniques, magnet control, and advanced tool precision, learn directly with Brunson Nail Academy.

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Whether you’re refining classic techniques or exploring advanced 9D effects, Brunson equips nail artists with the tools, products, and education to lead confidently in modern nail artistry.