Colors can have a powerful influence on how we feel. In fact, a whole branch of psychology is dedicated to the relationship between colors and our brain's reaction to them. This area of study is called "color psychology." In 2022, researchers in this field studied the associations people were most likely to tie to different colors. Their results were then published in the Journal of Environmental and Public Health. Color psychologists found that people tended to categorize pink, grey, and purple alongside traits like "sexy," "feminine," and "romantic." Meanwhile, black, blue, and green reminded people of more reserved characteristics, and red and yellow reminded people of more vivacious characteristics.

We all have ideas that we group colors into. So, if you want to bring out certain qualities in yourself to make you feel more self-assured or approachable, you might want to consider how colors affect you. For instance, before you go to the salon, think about what the best nail color would be to manifest confidence. If what you wear will remind you of your intentions, you'll be all the more likely to embody them. And, there's nothing more attractive than someone who feels good in their skin.