Nail art is the latest fashion of painting fingernails in various designs. It’s a great way to look trendy and cool.  There are no rules that dictate the do’s and do not’s of nail art. You can do anything you want to.

Depending on your taste and style you could opt for a simple flower design or something funkier like an octopus! There are books on nail art that have some best designs ranging from simple to intricate. You can practice the simpler ones at home using a nail art kit. To get the intricate patterns on you nail it is best to visit a nail bar.

However, you don’t need to visit a professional every time you want a different design painted on your nails. Practice nail art at home. Start by cleaning the nails. Shape them the way you want. Keep your nails long as nail art will not look good on short stubby nails. Paint your nails in the color you want. A good idea is to stick to a neutral base. If you want to use a brighter color ensure that the paint you would use for nail art is visible on the base color.

Before starting the designing check that the base color has dried completely. You will require a thin-tipped nail brush to create your designs. If you don’t have a nail brush use a bobby pin or toothpick for application. Use cotton dipped in acetone to wipe any mistakes or stray polish marks. Nail polish dries quickly so you will have to work fast.

Otherwise you will have to start all over again if there are any mistakes. To create designs you can use your imagination or take help from online nail art pictures. You might not get it right the first time. But with practice you’ll be able to draw designs flawlessly.

There are some nail bars and salons who offer short duration courses to people interested in learning nail art. You can do such courses if nail art fascinates you or you simply want to do it at home without seeking professional help every time. To make it jazzier you can use sparkles nail paint or stick glitters to the design. Set your design by applying a coat of protective nail paint. Protect your nail art by wearing gloves when doing house work.