💎 The Y2K Comeback: How Tooth Gems Became the New Lip Gloss

If you were around in the early 2000s, you definitely remember the era: glossy lips, butterfly clips, rhinestone everything. It was all about sparkle and self-expression. And now? We’re bringing it all back, but with a twist. Tooth gems have officially become the new lip gloss of Gen Z.

From TikTok trends to music videos, that tiny flash on your smile says more than words. It’s confidence, nostalgia, and attitude: all in one crystal.

✨ Where It Really Started

Long before TikTok trends and Y2K nostalgia, Black women were already leading this look.
In the ’90s and early 2000s, hip-hop and R&B culture made grillz and tooth jewellery symbols of power, creativity, and individuality. Artists like Lil’ Kim and Missy Elliott were already showing off custom smiles long before the mainstream caught on.

That influence never disappeared, it just evolved. What we see on runways, in music videos, and on TikTok today is a continuation of that same unapologetic self-expression that Black women made iconic.

💖 From 2000s Icons to 2020s It-Girls

The Y2K revival didn’t happen by accident. The same icons who made us fall in love with Juicy tracksuits and metallic handbags are influencing today’s beauty looks: Paris Hilton, Christina Milian, Britney Spears, and so many others who took cues from hip-hop style.

Fast-forward to 2025, and that same energy is everywhere: on red carpets, in videos, and across London streets. What used to be a music-video moment is now part of everyday beauty.

💅 TikTok & Gen Z Made It Icy Again

The “clean girl” era had its moment, but Gen Z said, “Let’s bring the fun back.” Tooth gems aren’t just a trend: they’re a statement and a way of self expression and confidence.

TikTok creators started showing off sparkly smiles, while artists and stylists began booking certified techs (like us 😘) to make the look safe and long-lasting. Suddenly, your smile became an accessory.

💋 Why Tooth Gems Are the New Lip Gloss

Lip gloss used to be the finishing touch, that final detail that made you feel put-together. Tooth gems are the new version of that. They catch the light when you laugh, speak, or take a selfie. When we’re getting ready for holidays, everything gets done: nails, hair, lashes, wax, AND tooth gems. It’s part of the vibe now.

The beauty is in the individuality. You can choose your vibe: subtle clear crystals, gold hearts, or a full icy smile. Each one says something about you.

💎 The London Glow-Up

Here in London, the tooth-gem scene has its own personality. From photo shoots to pop-ups, tooth gems have become part of the city’s creative culture: and we love being part of it.

At ICYFANGSLDN , we’ve iced over 300 smiles, helping keep that 2000s sparkle alive:  safely, professionally, and always with a Y2K twist.

So whether you’re channeling Bratz energy, Y2K nostalgia, or modern baddie vibes, remember: your smile deserves to shine too.