If you love nail art and you’re looking for new ways to add a more personal flair to your look, why not try ‘nail art at home’? It’s easy, affordable and you can create limitless designs with creative use of nail polish, brushes and other adornments. Whether you’re creating an eye-catching artwork for a special occasion or just for fun, there are both simple and complex nail designs to inspire you.
Handpainted Design
One of the most common type of nail art to recreate at home is the handpainted design. For this type of art, you can get as creative as you like with the tools you have. Use a thin brush and finesse to paint intricate floral designs, leopard print or even a cartoon character. If you’re not confident in your painting skills just yet, practice on paper before you tackle nails. Racing flags, lightning bolts and stars are just some of the classic shapes you could choose to start with.
Striping Tape
Striping tape is available in a wide range of designs and colours, and it’s easy to use to create beautiful nail art designs in a few easy steps. Start with a base colour, cut your tape into thin strips, then ‘wrap’ your nail by carefully laying the strips along the length of each nail. You can make intricate patterns or just add a thin line of colour to your nails. Once the tape is applied properly, finish with topcoat to ensure the colour stays on for days.
Pandemonium of Colours
Looking for a fun and colourful way to switch up your look? Try a nail design that bursts with colours. For this design, you’ll need a few different coloured polishes and a thin brush. Start by painting with your base colour and let it dry completely. Create the design with a bright colour, letting it dry completely before finishing with topcoat. Glitter polishes and zig zag patterns also look great when paired with this design.
Can’t Stop the Rhinestones
Whether you’re looking to add sparkle to your occasionwear or just want a fancier look, rhinestones are the perfect accent. Start by brushing and filing each nail. When your nails are smooth and ready to go, apply adhesive to the rhinestones, let it dry and then attach the stones one by one to each nail. To keep the stones in place, finish with topcoat.
Simple Nail Art
If you’re short on time or low on supplies for nail art, you don’t have to go without a personal touch. For simple nail art, it’s necessary to start with clean and trimmed nails. Then, choose one accent colour to go with the base coat (such as a half-moon manicure). Let the nail polish dry completely and then finish with clear topcoat for the perfect easy nail art.
Whether you’re a beginner or a pro, there’s something for everyone when it comes to nail art – all that’s left to do is decide what to try first!
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