Design Details
- 1This nail design features a soft mint green base, providing a refreshing and subtle look.
- 2One accent nail showcases a vertical striped pattern in a lighter mint, adorned with gold decorative elements.
- 3Gold foil or stickers are used to create star and snowflake motifs, adding a festive touch.
- 4The overall style is chic and suitable for both casual and special occasions.
Items Needed for this Design
Nail Preparation
- Nail file
- Nail buffer
- Base coat
- Top coat
Nail Polish Colors
- Mint green nail polish
- Light mint or pastel green polish for accent nail
- Gold polish or gold foil/stickers
Nail Art Tools
- Dotting tool or toothpick
- Thin nail art brush
- Tweezers for placing foil or stickers
Cleanup
- Cotton pads
- Nail polish remover
- Clean-up brush
Step by Step DIY(Do It Yourself) Guide
1
Prepare nails for painting.
- File and shape the nails using a nail file.
- Buff the nail surface to ensure smoothness.
- Apply a base coat to protect the nails.
2
Apply the base color.
- Paint all nails with mint green nail polish and let dry.
- For the accent nail, apply a lighter mint or pastel green polish in a vertical striped manner.
3
Create the nail art design.
- Using a thin nail art brush, paint gold elements like stars or snowflakes on the accent nail.
- Alternatively, use gold foil or stickers to create the designs.
4
Finish the design.
- Allow the nail art to dry completely.
- Apply a top coat over all nails to seal the design and add shine.
- Clean up any excess polish around the nails using cotton pads and nail polish remover.
Pro Tips
Always let each layer dry completely before moving to the next step to avoid smudging.
Consider using a quick-dry top coat for faster results.
Practice the nail art design on a practice wheel if you're uncertain about your technique.
Keep a clean-up brush on hand for any mistakes or excess polish around the nail area.
