28 neon nail art ideas to brighten up summer manicures
Ensure nails are looking on-trend for summer 2026 with neon nail art styles! As Carly Cochrane, beauty trend expert at Cosmetify, says: “While last year focused on full neon manicures, this summer we’re seeing people use neon shades more creatively through French tips, abstract nail art and colour blocking designs. It’s a more wearable take on…
Read MoreFruit nails are trending: here’s 40 juicy nail designs for summer 2026
Fruits are a long-standing inspiration for nail art, with watermelon, cherry, strawberry and lemon nail designs especially popular during the summer months. Whether hand-painted, sculpted or stamped, now’s the time to experiment with vibrant, juicy looks on nails. Want to hop on the fruit nail trend? Check out our roundup of sweet styles to inspire…
Read More7-step seashell nail art tutorial
Texas-based nail artist & educator, Halyna Kaliugina, shares a seashell nail tutorial… Halyna owns nail business, LiNails, and specialises in precision gel architecture and E-file techniques – with a focus on natural nail health. She is an award-winning Nailympia competitor, and took home medals at Nailympia San Antonio 2025, Nailympia Anaheim 2026 and Nailympia Orlando 2026. You will need: Sheer…
Read MoreFollow this six-step tutorial for ocean-inspired nail art
Texas-based nail artist & educator, Halyna Kaliugina, shares a summer sea foam nail step-by-step… Halyna owns nail business, LiNails, and specialises in precision gel architecture and E-file techniques – with a focus on natural nail health. She is an award-winning Nailympia competitor, and took home medals at Nailympia San Antonio 2025 and Nailympia Anaheim 2026. Halyna says: “Create a dreamy, ocean-inspired nail design…
Read MoreEmbrace spring with this multicoloured nail art tutorial
Award-winning nail artist, Karyna Kyliushyk, has crafted a popsicle-toned pigment nail look. Karyna, a Ukrainian nail artist who placed first at Nailympia San Antonio 2025 in the Joy of Nails category (Division 2) and third at Nailympia Anaheim 2026 in the Manicure Poster category (Division 3), shares the steps she followed to create a kaleidoscope of…
Read More6-step floral nail art tutorial for blooming beautiful fingertips
Scratch online columnist, session nail stylist & salon owner, Marie-Louise Coster, shares a step-by-step guide to a stylish spring nail design, created using gel polish. You will need: Nude or pink gel polish (for the base). Gel polishes in a variety of shades (for the flowers). Green gel polish – in various hues (for the…
Read MoreTulip nail art tutorial for a stunning spring style
Spring into style with this tulip nail tutorial courtesy of Halo VIP, Michaela Phillips (@gelalicious). You will need the following Halo products, available via www.purenails.co.uk: Create Combo Brush: Fine Liner 4mm & 7mm. Gel Polishes in Soft Mauve, Bunny, Sweet Pea & French White. Gel Polish Top Coat (Non-Wipe).
Read More40 cherry blossom nail designs you need to try this spring
Make fingertips blossom with beauty by creating sakura-inspired nail styles, as the cherry blossom trees bloom this spring. Check out our roundup of design inspiration below…
Read MoreSpring floral nail art design – simple step-by-step tutorial
Session nail stylist, salon owner & educator, Marie-Louise Coster, shares a step-by-step for this spring-ready floral nail style. She used gel polish to create the look.
Read More3 simple & speedy steps to create floral nail art
Lecenté Creator, Nichole Reynolds, shares how to paint floral nail art in three quick and easy steps… Shop Lecenté products via www.lecente.com
Read MorePicnic nails are the sweetest summer trend: here’s 20 nail art ideas
It’s officially picnic season! Nail enthusiasts are expressing their love for the summer activity with themed nail art, featuring gingham picnic blanket patterns, delicious spreads and even bug friends. The trend is super versatile, whether you’re a French tip fan, 3D enthusiast or love mix ‘n’ match looks. Whatever your style, check out our roundup…
Read MoreWhat’s the deal with fish nails? Here are 20 designs to catch the eye
It’s National Fishing Month! Celebrate with the catch of the day… Aquatic designs have dominated this summer, with our finned friends being splashed across nail designs. If you haven’t tried the trend, maybe one of these designs from Instagram will get you hooked?
Read MoreRadiate good karma with these evil eye amulet nail art designs
Eye spy this trend taking over Instagram! Unlock the energy of the Turkish nazar or Greek mati (amulets used as protection against the ‘evil eye’) with our roundup of themed designs from Instagram…
Read MoreSummer nail art tutorial: blooming French tips & hibiscus flowers
Scratch Stars Gel Polish Stylist of the Year finalist 2025, Carrie Williams, shares a step-by-step guide for this summer style, featuring blooming effects at the tips and hibiscus flowers.
Read MoreHow to create a magical mermaid-inspired nail art look
Mermaid nails are trending, so make a splash with this bold and beautiful ombré style, courtesy of Freya Murphy who uses The Manicure Company‘s Zero Gel Polish. She shares a step-by-step for the look below… All products used are available via www.themanicurecompany.com
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