Design Details
- 1The nail design features a festive theme with a light green base and accent nails adorned with glittery gold polish.
- 2Small red and white embellishments resembling festive decorations are added on the glitter nails.
- 3The design contrasts solid color nails with decorated nails for a balanced and festive look.
- 4The overall design is elegant yet playful, suitable for holiday celebrations.
Items Needed for this Design
Nail Preparation
- Nail file
- Nail buffer
- Cuticle pusher
- Base coat
Nail Polish Colors
- Light green polish
- Gold glitter polish
- Red polish
- White polish
- Top coat
Nail Art Tools
- Detail brush
- Dotting tool
Cleanup
- Nail polish remover
- Cotton swabs
Step by Step DIY(Do It Yourself) Guide
1
Prepare your nails.
- File your nails to the desired shape.
- Buff the surface to smooth out any ridges.
- Gently push back your cuticles.
- Apply a base coat to protect your nails.
2
Apply the base colors.
- Paint all nails with the light green polish.
- Allow the polish to dry completely.
3
Create the accent nails with glitter.
- Apply the gold glitter polish to selected accent nails.
- Ensure even coverage and allow it to dry.
4
Add festive embellishments.
- Use a detail brush to paint small red squares and white spa details on the glitter nails.
- Utilize a dotting tool to add tiny red and white dots.
- Allow the decorations to dry.
5
Seal and finalize the design.
- Apply a top coat over all nails for shine and protection.
- Clean up any edges using a cotton swab dipped in nail polish remover.
Pro Tips
Use thin layers of polish to ensure they dry evenly.
For a more precise design, practice your detailing on a piece of paper first.
Ensure your nail art tools are clean to prevent polish smudging.
Consider using nail stickers if freehand is too challenging.
