📚 Nail Art Technique Library

French Manicure
BeginnerClassic white-tipped nails with a natural pink base

Marble Effect
IntermediateCreate stunning marble patterns using water marbling technique

Glitter Gradient
BeginnerSparkly gradient effect using glitter polish

Nail Stamping
IntermediateTransfer intricate designs using stamping plates

Polka Dots
BeginnerCreate fun dot patterns using dotting tools

Striping Tape Art
IntermediateCreate geometric patterns using striping tape

Gradient Ombre
IntermediateSmooth color transition between two or more shades

Foil Transfer
AdvancedApply metallic foil for a dramatic effect

3D Acrylic Flowers
AdvancedCreate dimensional flower designs using acrylic

Chrome Powder
IntermediateCreate a stunning mirror-like finish

Watercolor Effect
AdvancedCreate dreamy, flowing watercolor designs

Sugar Glitter
BeginnerCreate a sparkly, textured sugar-like finish

Negative Space Geometric
IntermediateModern designs using unpainted portions of nail

Dry Brush Strokes
BeginnerAbstract brush stroke pattern with multiple colors

Galaxy Nails
IntermediateCreate a cosmic space effect with depth and sparkle

Bubble Effect
AdvancedCreate realistic-looking bubbles on nails

Shattered Glass
AdvancedCreate a holographic shattered glass effect

Sweater Nails
IntermediateCreate a cozy knitted sweater pattern

Magnetic Cat Eye
IntermediateCreate mesmerizing cat eye effect with magnetic polish

Encapsulated Flowers
AdvancedEmbed dried flowers in clear enhancement

Velvet Nails
IntermediateCreate a soft, velvet-like texture

Hand Painted Flowers
AdvancedCreate detailed floral artwork by hand

Tortoise Shell
IntermediateCreate a trendy tortoise shell pattern

Thermal Color Change
AdvancedTemperature-changing polish design

Snake Skin
AdvancedCreate realistic snake skin texture

Cloud Nails
IntermediateDreamy cloud patterns with depth

Holographic Powder Effect
IntermediateCreate stunning rainbow holographic effects using special powder

Newspaper Print
BeginnerTransfer newspaper text onto nails

Wood Grain
AdvancedCreate realistic wood grain pattern

Jelly Sandwich
IntermediateLayer glitter between sheer polish

Oil Spill Effect
AdvancedCreate iridescent oil spill look

Stained Glass
AdvancedCreate luminous stained glass effect

Tie-Dye Effect
IntermediateCreate colorful tie-dye swirls

Quilted Pattern
AdvancedCreate dimensional quilted texture

Animal Print
IntermediateCreate various animal print patterns

Mirror Chrome
AdvancedCreate perfect mirror finish

Dried Flowers
AdvancedEmbed dried flowers in clear enhancement

Jelly Sandwich
IntermediateCreate depth by layering sheer jelly polish with glitter

Dry Brush Technique
BeginnerCreate abstract strokes using nearly dry polish brush

Bubble Nails
IntermediateCreate unique bubble patterns in polish

Reverse Stamping
AdvancedCreate detailed nail art by coloring stamped designs

Needle Drag Marble
IntermediateCreate marble effects by dragging through wet polish

Leadlighting Technique
AdvancedCreate stained glass effect using sheer polishes

Smoosh Marble
BeginnerCreate marble effects by smooshing polish with stamper

Sugar Spun Design
IntermediateCreate delicate string-like designs

Magnetic Blooming Art
AdvancedCreate flowing patterns using magnetic polish and blooming gel

Shattered Glass Effect
IntermediateCreate holographic shattered glass appearance using special films

Aurora Chrome Effect
AdvancedCreate stunning northern lights effect using special powders

3D Gel Embossing
ExpertCreate raised 3D designs using builder gel

Velvet Matte Effect
IntermediateCreate soft, velvet-like texture using special powders

Thermal Gradient Design
AdvancedCreate temperature-reactive gradient patterns

Negative Space Art
IntermediateCreate designs using unpainted portions of nail

Aquarium Globe Effect
ExpertCreate floating effect with glitter in clear gel

Modern Crackle Design
IntermediateCreate intentional cracking patterns in polish

Layered Stamping Art
ExpertCreate depth with multiple layers of stamped designs

Gel Paint Art
ExpertCreate detailed paintings using gel polish

Sugar Glass Effect
AdvancedCreate transparent, crystalline effects

Magnetic Cat Eye
IntermediateCreate mesmerizing magnetic patterns that shift like a cat's eye

Encapsulated Dried Flowers
AdvancedCreate delicate designs by encapsulating real dried flowers in clear gel

Detailed Gel Painting
AdvancedCreate intricate painted designs using gel polish

Thermal Color Change
BeginnerApply polish that changes color with temperature

Neon Marble Effect
AdvancedCreate vibrant marble patterns using neon colors

Sugar Matte Effect
IntermediateCreate a sparkly, textured matte finish

Chrome Flakes Design
IntermediateCreate dramatic effects with chrome flake powder

Blooming Gel Art
AdvancedCreate watercolor-like effects using special blooming gel

Foil Transfer Art
IntermediateCreate stunning metallic designs using transfer foils

Reverse Ombre
IntermediateCreate a gradient effect that starts dark at the tips and fades to light at the base.

Water Decals
BeginnerApply pre-made nail art decals for easy and intricate designs.

Negative Space Art
IntermediateCreate designs by leaving parts of the nail unpainted.

Geometric Shapes
IntermediateCreate sharp, clean geometric designs using striping tape or a fine brush.