Gen Z salontrepreneur Aspen Babnick can do basic manicures, she just doesn’t want to. The New Mexican-turned-Austinite specializes in wacky works: 3D metallic nails that look like extraterrestrial tech, too-real blood spatter, lightning that glows, underwater effects, and sure, if all you want is cutie little cherries, she’ll give that her special touch, too. Just be prepared to dish some dirt to keep her entertained. This former Cute Nail Studio tech has a personality that dazzles as much as her designs, and with her trusty Red Bull in hand, an appointment may just leave you breathless.
