Christmas Looks: Create festive nails at home
Get your nails ready for Christmas with a beautiful Gel Polish look. Here you’ll find inspiration and the products you need to create festive nails for December. Whether you want classic red nails, glittering designs, or your own Christmas pattern, you’ll find your next Christmas look here.
Popular Christmas nails and classic colors
Which Christmas nails are popular?
For Christmas, there are many beautiful trends to choose from. Popular designs often include glitter, as seen in looks like Glitter French Look and Cat Eye Glitter Look. Classic red shades like Christmas Red and Santa's Signature Look are also popular. Many also choose to experiment with delicate patterns such as Plaid Look or the playful Candy Cane Tips to capture the Christmas spirit.
Which colors are best for Christmas nails?
When choosing colors for Christmas nails, the classic Christmas colors are always a great place to start. Think deep red, green, and shimmering gold or silver. Examples include Sparkling Ruby Winter and Holly Berry Bliss for red tones, as well as Green Holiday Charm for a green-toned look. Brownish shades like those in Gingerbread Delight can create a cozy look, while frosted shades like Ice Queen Look or Frosted Peppermint Dreams are also popular. Don’t forget glitter and Cat Eye effects, which add a festive shine to your designs.
Products for your Christmas look at home
Which products do you need for a Christmas nail look?
To create a Gel Polish Christmas look at home, you’ll need a range of essential products. Always start with a Base Coat to help the color adhere. Then apply your chosen Gel Polish colors. Finish with a Top Coat for a beautiful shine and extra protection. A UV/LED lamp is also required to cure each layer.
For more advanced designs, like the ones you see in our Christmas looks, you may also need Nail Art brushes such as a liner brush for precise patterns or a dotting tool for dot details. Glitter and Cat Eye Gel Polish also require specific products to achieve the desired effect.
If you’re new to Gel Polish, a Starter Kit can be a great way to get started, as it often contains the essential products.
How to create Christmas nails with Gel Polish
How do you create Christmas nails at home?
Creating Christmas nails with Gel Polish at home follows the same process as a regular Gel Polish application. Start by preparing the nails by pushing back the cuticles and filing the nails. Then apply thin layers of Base Coat, Gel Polish color, and Top Coat. Each layer must be cured in a UV/LED lamp. Remember to seal the free edge of the nail with each layer to improve durability.
When working with specific Christmas looks, like the ones you’ll find here, you’ll often need to add Nail Art elements between the color and Top Coat layers. See the instructions for the individual products and designs. For more in-depth guidance, you can find step-by-step guides in our Learning Universe.