Beautiful nail art designs can be difficult on the first try. Although it might seem easy in the tutorial, it’s not that easy to get straight to the point. But there is a nail art design for everyone, whether a beginner or an expert.
You can always start with simple, easy-to-implement designs that don’t require much expertise. Neatly done nails indicate symmetry and add to the overall beauty. So the best way to take care of them is to do the simplest nail designs once a week. Scroll down for inspiration!
1. Tricolor Cliffs Nail Art
This nail art is super easy and a perfect choice for someone who is just starting out. For this you do not need any other tools apart from your nail polish. This tutorial will be described using specific colors, but it’s entirely up to you! Play with your color choices!
what will you need
Pastel blue nail polish
White nail polish
Pastel coral nail polish
How do I apply?
Apply a base coat to clean nails to protect your nails.
Use the pastel blue color to create a vertical stripe at one corner while leaving some space near the cuticle.
Now start painting from the middle, a little deeper.
Create the last strip, deeper again. You should have a pattern with three layers.
Repeat the steps but start below the blue.
Do the same with the pastel coral.
Seal this with a top coat and you’re done!
2. Bow Nail Art Tutorial
Now that you’ve got the hang of how to make nail art designs at home using only nail polish, it’s time to add tools to the pretty image! This is also an incredibly simple nail art that you can easily implement! It is very casual and can therefore always be worn.
what will you need
Sky blue nail polish
White nail polish
Black nail polish
Nail scraper or a very fine brush
How do I apply?
First, paint all your nails with the sky blue shade as the base color.
Paint it in a heart shape with white on top as shown in the picture.
Using nail polish remover or a brush dipped in black nail polish, follow the shape where white and blue meet and make two loops in the center so it looks like one loop.
Seal it with a top coat and you’re good to go!
3. Splatter Nail Art Tutorial
This one is for the artist in you. With just one brush you can create a fun paint splatter pattern!
what will you need
White nail polish
Light blue nail polish
Purple nail polish
Pink nail polish
A stiff brush
How do I apply?
Paint all your nails with white as the base color.
Now comes the fun part. Find a stiff brush like the one shown in the picture. Dip it in the light blue polish, run your fingers through the brush and point it at your nail so the brush splatters onto your nails.
Repeat the same for pink and purple.
You should have a beautiful splatter nail art.
Use a cotton swab dipped in nail polish remover to clean the sides around the nails. You can even use a nail polish remover pen for more precision.
Seal it with a top coat.
4. Chevron Nail Art Tutorial
OK, I know what you’re thinking. This might seem complicated, but the best part is that it’s actually simple. Red, white, and blue were used for the tutorial, but the choice of colors is entirely up to you!
what will you need
Red nail polish
White nail polish
Blue nail polish
tape
report ad
How do I apply?
Use red nail polish as the base for the chevron nail art.
Strategically place the tape to create a chevron stencil.
Paint over it with the blue polish.
Wait about a minute to remove the tape.
Now place the tape near the cuticle as shown and paint the area white.
Wait a minute again before peeling off the tape and sealing everything with a top coat.
5. Glitter V Tip Nail Art Tutorial
Is there a party coming up? You were probably planning to go to the salon to get your nails done, but something else came up and now you don’t have much time to trim your nails. This nail art is perfect as it is easy to do when you are in a hurry.
what will you need
Black nail polish
Silver glitter nail polish
A V-shaped sticker or piece of tape.
How do I apply?
Paint all your nails black as the background color.
Place the V-sticker or the corner of a piece of tape in d as shown he in the tips.
Paint the bottom half with the glitter paint.
Wait a minute before gently peeling off the tape or sticker.
Finally apply a top coat.
6. Galaxy Nails
These nails are out of this world! I love everything that has to do with space. In fact, sci-fi is one of my favorite genres of books and movies, so it’s no wonder this nail art made it onto this list.
what will you need
Black nail polish
Metallic green nail polish
Pink nail polish
Blue nail polish
makeup sponge
Glitter top coat
How do I apply?
Start with a black base.
Apply some metallic green to a makeup sponge and dab onto your nail.
Now apply the pink onto a makeup sponge and dab onto the nail.
Continue the same process with a blue tint.
By this time, your nails are already resembling the galaxy.
To step up the play, add a glittery top coat and you’re good to go!
7. Stripes and lines nail art tutorial
These fun geometric patterns will add some flair to your nails and are super easy to do. This takes a little patience, but the result is worth it!
what will you need
Pastel blue nail polish
Brown nail polish
tape
How do I apply?
Start with the pastel blue as the base.
Once it’s completely dry you can start placing your tape.
Place it diagonally on the pinky.
Cut thin strips for the ring finger.
Use the tape to create a “V” shape for the middle finger.
Create very sharp angled triangles with the tape and place them on the index finger as shown.
Create a design for the thumb in a similar way.
Now paint over the tape stencils you just created with brown nail polish.
Wait about a minute for the nail polish to dry a bit, then carefully remove the tape.
Voila! You have a great manicure!
8. Pastel daisy nail art tutorial
Are you ready to step up your nail art game? This honestly looks so pretty I’m tempted to try it on my nails! I’m a sucker for all things pastel so this one hits the spot for me when it comes to nail art.
what will you need
base coat
Pastel pink nail polish
White nail polish
Gold rivets, bindis or gold polish.
Gold glitter nail polish
Dotting tool or a bobby pin or a toothpick
How do I apply?
Apply a base coat.
Apply the pastel pink polish to all your nails except the ring finger.
Place a gold stud near the cuticles of the index finger and pinky fingernail. Do this while your polish is still wet. This makes it easier to stick. If you don’t have rivets or bindis, you can use gold polish.
Now move on to the middle and thumb. These two nails will be covered with daisies. Using a stippling tool, draw five dots in a circle so it looks like a daisy. If you don’t have a dotting tool, you can use the end of a toothpick.
Place the gold stud or gold nail polish in the center of the daisies.
Now only the ring finger remains. Apply the gold nail polish as the base and apply the glitter polish on top. This makes it seem more intense.
Seal everything with a top coat and you’re good to go!
9. Nautical Nails
A fan of sailing and the wide open waters? Then this nautical nail is probably perfect for you. And if for some reason you don’t like the sea, that’s okay because it still makes for a really cute nail design.
what will you need
White nail polish
Navy blue nail polish
Red nail polish
Nail scraper or a fine brush.
Toothpick or detailing brush
How do I apply?
Start with a white base.
Use a nail stripper dipped in navy blue nail polish to create streaks.
Now create an anchor design using a detail brush or the blunt side of a toothpick. First create a small circle.
Then create a line down from the circle.
Draw two lines from the vertical line so it looks like an anchor.
Finally, draw a horizontal line down the middle to complete it.
Seal it with a top coat and you’re good to go!
10. Monochrome Polka Dot Nail Art Tutorial
Let’s end this list with a simple question, yes? I love this! Anything monochrome is my thing. This black and white polka dot nail art is another cute piece of art that can be achieved with minimal effort.
what will you need
Black nail polish
White nail polish
Stippling tool, hairpin or pencil.
How do I apply?
Paint all your nails black.
Draw with a dotting tool, the back of a bobby pin, or a pencil dipped in white nail polish ft points.
As simple as that! Finally apply a top coat.
