Celebrate with Chinese New Year Nail Art
The Chinese New Year brings a fresh start and is celebrated with vibrant colors and symbols of prosperity and luck. What better way to welcome the new year than with stunning nail art? Esteemed nail artist Bárbara Pereira from Heirs of Venus salon in Lisbon created inspiring nail designs that incorporate traditional symbols of happiness, harmony, and health.
Designing Your Chinese New Year Nails
Bárbara Pereira, who was born in the Year of the Rat, cleverly uses Chinese characters to represent key wishes for the year ahead, including characters for “rat,” “happiness,” and “harmony.” Let’s dive into a step-by-step guide on how you can create your own Chinese New Year nails that promote these positive vibes.
Design 1: Blooming Tree with Flower Petals
Materials Needed
- Sheer white gel polish
- Black art gel
- Builder gel
- Dried flower petals
- Gel top coat
Instructions
- Apply two coats of sheer white gel polish to create a soft base.
- Using a detail brush, paint the base of a tree with black art gel to symbolize growth and prosperity.
- Once dry, apply one coat of builder gel and carefully place dried flower petals on top to reflect the rejuvenation of spring.
- Encapsulate the petals with another coat of builder gel. Seal your design with a finishing layer of gel top coat.
Design 2: Bowl of Good Fortune
Materials Needed
- Sheer white gel polish
- Red gel polish
- Yellow stripe gel polish
- Black art gel
- White gel paint
- Gel top coat
Instructions
- Start by applying two coats of sheer white gel polish for a clean foundation.
- Paint a red bowl shape on the center of your nail with red gel polish. Add a bright yellow stripe across the bowl to signify prosperity and wealth.
- Use a detail brush to paint two chopsticks emerging from the bowl using black art gel, symbolizing the gathering of good fortune.
- Paint a fluffy mound of rice over the chopsticks with white gel paint. Personalize your design by writing a New Year’s wish or your personal goals using black art gel.
- Finish with a smooth layer of gel top coat to seal and protect your masterpiece.
By following these detailed steps, you can easily create breathtaking Chinese New Year nail art that embodies positive energy and the promise of new beginnings. Whether you’re drawing inspiration from traditional symbols or adding your personal flair, your nails will make a festive statement wherever you go.
Conclusion
Embrace the spirit and traditions of the Chinese New Year with these elegant and meaningful nail designs. These artful creations will not only beautify your hands but also bring a touch of culture and optimism to your celebrations.
