Ep 8. Nails that Shine

In Nail'd It season 1 episode 8, titled "Nails that Shine," the competition heats up as the contestants are challenged to create nail art that incorporates sparkle and shine. The contestants will have to use their creativity and skills to make their nails shine brighter than the rest.

Hosted by Adrienne Bailon, the episode begins with a quickfire challenge where the contestants are asked to create nail art inspired by their hometown. They have only 30 minutes to complete their nails, and some of them struggle to finish in time.

For the main challenge, the contestants are tasked with creating a nail design that incorporates glitter and metallic elements. They are given two hours to complete their nails and are judged on their creativity, technical skill, and overall presentation.

The judges for this episode are Jan Arnold, co-founder of CND (Creative Nail Design), and Tom Bachik, a celebrity nail artist. They carefully examine each nail design and provide feedback to the contestants.

One contestant creates an ombre effect using different shades of glitter, while another incorporates metallic stripes into their design. Another contestant takes the theme of shine literally and adds actual Swarovski crystals to their nails.

As the contestants work on their designs, tensions rise in the nail salon. Some contestants are struggling to complete their designs, while others are worried their design is too simple.

At the end of the challenge, the judges deliberate and choose the winner, who will receive immunity in the next challenge. The bottom two contestants will then face off in a nail-off, where they will create a nail design inspired by a famous work of art.

The nail-off is intense, with both contestants fighting for their spot in the competition. One contestant uses bright colors to create a bold design, while the other takes a more delicate approach, creating a design featuring intricate details.

After the nail-off, the judges choose who will stay and who will go home. As the eliminated contestant packs up their nail supplies, they reflect on their experience on the show and vow to continue pursuing their passion for nail art.

Overall, "Nails that Shine" is a highly competitive episode that showcases the contestants' skills in creating stunning nail art designs using glitter and metallics. With high stakes and tough challenges, it's an exciting watch for fans of the nail art world.