The 'milk bath nails' trend is social media's latest beauty obsession

"Milk bath nails" are one of the star manicures of the season. Photo: AFP

A manicure inspired by a soak in a tub filled with milky beauty potions? The idea may seem strange, but it's a trend that seems to be taking hold in the beauty world.

The concept is to reproduce the milky hue of one of the oldest – and most famous – skincare rituals on your nails.