Semi-Cured Gel Nail Strips
Our Mea Kanu (Plant) Collection is inspired by the beautiful plants that make up Hawaiʻi's landscape. Indigenous plants, those brought by our ancestors, or those more newly introduced but still familiar all serve as a muse for our nails.
I grew up practicing ʻulana lau niu (coconut weaving) with my Papa and my ʻohana, so the Niu is near and dear to my heart. It roots me to my childhood and ʻohana. The other side of my ʻohana is from California - and we used to visit often as kids and I loved the retro So Cal style. This design is a combo of both my Hawaiʻi roots and my connection to ʻohana in California.
Get a quick and long lasting ʻāina-ful manicure with these gel nail strips. Unlike typical nail strips, you cure these after application for a manicure that lasts 3-4 weeks when applied correctly.
We do our best to photograph the nail strips to capture the true color, but color online may vary slightly from actual color. Nonetheless, the best representation of the nail colors are the photos of the actual strips on our site (sticker on the box is not an accurate color representation). To get the best idea of the true color, focus on the photos of the actual strips. Mahalo!
MEET OUR ARTISAN: IWI NAILS
Iwi Nails brings the spirit of Hawai'i to the beauty industry with nail designs inspired by the ʻāina (land) and everything that nourishes mind, body, and spirit. Born from a desire to see more cultural representation in nail art, Iwi Nails offers easy-to-use, long-lasting nail products that allow you to showcase your own unique style. Each design reflects founder Līhau's vision to share that sense of belonging and cultural pride with the community.
At Iwi, storytelling is woven into every design, celebrating self-expression, beauty, and individuality. Iwi Nails collaborates with local artists and community partners to uplift and support marginalized voices. A portion of profits from many designs goes back to local causes, making it easy for customers to feel connected while looking their best.