13 Best Nail Brushes for All Your Nail Art Goals
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Over the past year and half, I have pretty much converted my entire living room into my own nail salon, complete with acrylic nail sets, UV lamps, and most importantly: nail art brushes. And if you're on your way to building your own at-home nail system, trust me when I say you'll need some good ones, since nail art brushes are basically key to mastering all those pretty nail designs (hi, Valentine's Day nails and winter nails) that are taking up space on your camera roll. With a steady hand and all the different sizes and shapes of brushes (fine-tipped brushes, wide brushes, dotters, etc), you can recreate all the stripes, dots, and shapes that your lil heart desires.
And there are only about a million to choose from, which is super overwhelming. But that's where I come in, with the perfectly curated list of the best nail art brushes available right now, from simpler brush sets for beginners to full-blown nail art kits for the pros. And trust me, once you pick up your nail art brushes and start practicing, you won't be making the trip to the salon anytime soon. So keep scrolling for the 13 best nail art brushes to snag ASAP.
My hand almost always gets tired after painting my own nails, so I def need a nail art brush set like this one that with comfortable grips. The grip on this three brush kit fits seamlessly into my fingers and eliminates any annoying hand cramping.
If you're not looking for a massive nail kit, keep it simple with this three-brush set. It comes with a marbling tool, a detailer tool, and a striping brush so you can create your ~masterpiece~ manicure from the comfort of your kitchen table.
The best part about having a nail art brush set is being able to create art on your own, at home. This kit is under $10 and comes with 9 brushes of varying sizes (from a fan shape to a fine tip), which is ideal for creating super-fine lines or thicker nail designs. Bonus points for the dotter tools on the opposite sides of each brush, which are perfect for polka dots.
When it comes to nail art, the simpler a set is, the better for me. This nail art brush set comes with just one thin brush and a dotter so you can either keep it easy or go forth and create a work of art.
This nail art brush set is perfect for everything from tackling tiny flowers to painting on those sweet minimalist lines at the base of your nail. Pro tip: Wash your nail brushes by dipping them in nail polish remover once you’re done to help them last longer.
Each brush in this nail art brush set has a dotter tool on the other end, so you can seamlessly switch from gentle brush strokes to precise dots as needed (trust me, this will be game-changing for your spring 2022 nail ideas).
If everything that enters your home needs to match your exact vibe (lookin' at you, Libras), welcome to your ideal nail brush set. Aside from being extremely pretty, it includes a variety of different nail art brushes, dotter tools, and even a magenta crystal nail palette—which is honestly the main reason I'm adding this to my cart RN.
Let me let you in on a little secret: Brushes tend to shed over time, and I’m looking for something long-lasting that’ll hold up no matter how often I use them. Enter this nail art brush set, which is made with a quality fiber that won't deform or corrode as quickly as other brushes and comes in five different sizes.
Complete with 15 nail art brushes, 5 dotter tools, and any nail sticker you can think of (I’m talking butterflies, hearts, and rhinestones), this kit is basically everything you need for your nail art goals, and is perfect if you're a nail artist in need of supplies. Not to mention the glitter. Lots and lots of glitter.
For just $10, you get nail glitter, nail foil, dotting tools, brushes, nail tape, and rhinestones in this nail brush set. I mean, if you're looking for the best value, you've found it.
K, I might be getting this nail brush kit just for the marble periwinkle color. Plus, this is the only kit on my list that includes a kabuki brush that I can use to clean off any powder leftover from shaping my acrylic nails.
Is this quite possibly the coolest nail art brush set on this list? I’m going to say yes. It includes 31 (yup, you heard me right) tools—including a dotter tool and a fan brush—to recreate literally any nail design your lil heart desires. Butterfly nails, here I come.
If you’re looking to create ombré nails, not only will you need nail art brushes, but also sponges. To get the ombré effect, place a pea-sized amount of your nail polish of choice (I like Sundays Studio I Am Beautiful Nail Polish Set and Smith & Cult Nail Polish in A Certain Sweetness) onto a paper towel or nail polish palette, and lightly dab the sponge onto it to pick up the pigment. Then gently tap the sponge onto your nail from the tip of your nail towards the base for a gradient effect.
Valeriya Chupinina is a freelance beauty and wellness writer exploring the multifaceted connection between the aesthetic and internal. You can find her work in outlets like Coveteur, HYPEBAE, and NBGA. In addition to her editorial work, she consults on social media strategies for brands. You can keep up with her on Instagram @valeriyaliyevna.
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