Easter Mermaid Powder Nail Design
Celebrate Easter with Whimsical Mermaid-Inspired Nail Art in Pastel Hues and Iridescent Shimmer
Design Details
- 1The nail design features a pastel theme with lavender, mint green, and gold accents.
- 2An accent nail showcases a cute bunny face with golden ears on a lavender background.
- 3Some nails have a floral and abstract pattern with gold detailing on a white base.
- 4A gradient effect using lavender to mint green is present on several nails, adding depth.
Items Needed for this Design
Nail Preparation
- Nail file
- Cuticle pusher
- Nail buffer
- Base coat
- Top coat
Nail Polish Colors
- Lavender polish
- Mint green polish
- White polish
- Gold metallic polish
- Black polish for detailing
Nail Art Tools
- Thin nail art brush
- Dotting tool
- Sponge for gradient
Cleanup
- Nail polish remover
- Cotton swabs
- Small brush for cleanup
Step by Step DIY(Do It Yourself) Guide
1
Prepare your nails.
- File and shape your nails to the desired length.
- Gently push back cuticles with a cuticle pusher.
- Buff the surface of your nails lightly.
- Apply a base coat to protect your nails.
2
Create the gradient effect.
- On a sponge, apply stripes of lavender and mint green polish.
- Dab the sponge onto the nails you want to have a gradient effect.
- Repeat until the desired opacity is achieved.
- Allow to dry and apply a layer of top coat.
3
Paint floral and abstract patterns.
- Apply white polish on the nails designated for floral patterns.
- Use a dotting tool to create lavender and mint green flowers.
- Add gold details around the flowers using a thin brush.
4
Draw the bunny face.
- Paint an oval shape in white at the tip of the accent nail.
- Use gold polish and a thin brush to add ears above the oval.
- Draw eyes, a nose, and mouth with black polish using a detail brush.
5
Finalize the design.
- Apply a top coat over all nails to seal and protect the design.
- Clean up any excess polish around the nail edges with a brush dipped in remover.
Pro Tips
Ensure each layer of polish is fully dry before applying the next.
Practice the bunny design on paper before applying to the nail.
Use tape around your nails for easier gradient cleanup.
Consider using quick-dry top coat for a faster finish.
