It’s time for a magical manicure makeover. If you’re searching for unicorn nails ideas, you’re in for a treat!
We’ve got the most delightful unicorn nail designs here. They will make your nails shimmer with iridescent pastels and mystical glitter! Moreover, some of these unicorn nail designs are entirely doable at home.
Read on and see how to add enchantment to your everyday look.
Magical Unicorn Nails
Iridescent Pastels
Remember glazed donut nails? You can turn them into unicorn nails by changing the base color. Instead of beige, choose a pink or white polish and shine them up with holographic chrome powder.
What’s more, the Lavis pearl and opal gel polish will give you a gorgeous iridescent finish effortlessly.
Pearls and Rainbows
Unicorn nails are whimsical, but they don't need to be expensive. Regular nail polish and a little sparkle go a long way!
Go all out on those accent nails with pastel rainbow glitter! Let them be your conversation piece.
And if you prefer lacquer to gels, OPI Kyoto Pearl provides the perfect seashell nail look.
Dreamy Glitter
Unicorns represent our best dreams and highest hopes. So, don’t hold back on your unicorn-themed manicure. Go all out with the brightest and happiest colors. Cover your nails in sparkly glitter and rainbow shades. Show the world that you believe in magic!
Experiment with magnetic cat eye polish and flash glitter gel for mesmerizing effects. We also recommend Shell Aurora gel top coat to turn ordinary polish into something supernatural.
Pastel Rainbow Tips
Why settle for an ordinary French manicure when you can have pastel rainbow tips? Just like unicorns, rainbows represent beauty and rarity.
Then protect your nail art with a diamond gel top coat to keep it looking like new.
Gradient Pastels with Confetti and Rhinestones
Start with glow-in-the-dark polish. Then make your nails even more spectacular with rhinestones and confetti. Now you’re going to make the real unicorns jealous!
Clouds, Stars, and Rainbow Nails
Don't these nails look just like the background on every unicorn picture ever? The only thing missing is the animal itself. But hang on, the magical creatures are nearby. Keep reading to catch sight of them.
Hand-painted Unicorn Nails
At last, you've come face to face with the mythical creature!
This adorable unicorn face reminds us of those cute headbands kids have been wearing. Do you know what's impressive about this manicure? It's hand-painted with nail lacquer!
If you'd like to let your inner artist out to play, we recommend LDS nail lacquer because it comes in so many beautiful colors. Moreover, it’s 9-free and non-toxic.
Just add a fast-drying top coat, and you're all set!
Ombre Unicorn Nails
Have you ever done ombre or gradient nails before? If not, this little video will show you how it’s done.
We love how the pastel blue, green, and pink make a wonderful background for the unicorn nails.
Unicorn Decals, Stickers, and Press-on Nails
You can also wear gorgeous unicorn nail art done by others on your nails. Drop by our stickers and press-on nail collections to get inspiration.
Short Nails with Speckled Ombre Pastels and a Unicorn
The LDS eggshell top coat will immediately give your nails a speckled look. On the other hand, you can use a dotting pen, a nail art brush, or line art gels.
Unicorn Jelly Nails
Jelly nails are hot, so someone combined trends and added a smiling unicorn!
When you have nails this gorgeous, how do you keep them looking like new? We suggest wearing gloves when cleaning or working with your hands. Try not to submerge them for very long in a bath or while swimming. Acrylics are durable, but soaking in water can make any manicure lift after a while.
Lastly, apply cuticle oil and moisturizer morning and night to keep your skin and nails healthy.
Unicorn Horn Nails
If you’re into acrylics, you can imagine these dreamy unicorn horn manicures were labors of love.
And if you need to become more familiar with how to do acrylic nails, watch this short video to see the artistry involved.
Just like with lacquer, acrylics (and dip powder nails) air-dry. The trick to avoid smudges is allowing enough dry time between coats.
Unicorn Nails for Kids
People of all ages love unicorn nails. But are there non-toxic unicorn designs for kids? You betcha!
You can use a non-toxic nail polish like Piggy Paint, ella+mila, or LDS and do their nails for them. However, you'll be working on a tiny canvas, so using nail wraps or nail stickers made for children might be more manageable.
Another option is to place regular unicorn stickers on their nails and brush on a non-toxic top coat.
Why Wear Unicorn Nails?
We know you don’t need convincing! Unicorn nails are beautiful, fun, and fantastical. They started to catch on around 2016 or 2017 after the fashion shows where models strutted in unicorn makeup. It’s like a backlash against how depressing the world has become.
After all, this mystical beast has a long history of putting things right. It has a reputation for purifying water and healing others with its horn.
Some of the earliest unicorn representations are more than 4000 years old. Archaeologists found carvings of the one-horned animal in the Indus Valley and Persepolis. Stories from ancient China and Greece describe the mythical creature and its powers.
The legends continue in Celtic mythology and the Bible. Furthermore, Scotland takes great delight in the unicorn, their national animal.
Now, unicorns are queer icons like rainbow flags. They are still a source of healing and pride. It’s no wonder many of us enjoy this elusive creature at our fingertips.
Conclusion
Were you inspired by unicorn nail ideas today? We hope you enjoyed seeing some of the most beautiful unicorn-themed designs.
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