September is here which means getting cosy and Halloween, of course! As the spooky season approaches, it’s the perfect time to explore some fun halloween nail designs that will wow your clients and showcase your nail art skills.
Whether you’re a seasoned nail technician or just starting out, these Halloween-themed designs will inspire you to get into the spirit of the season. Let’s get those spooky nails ready!
Below are a few of my favourite designs, all created by some of my incredible past students.
1. Blood Drippings Nail Art
It’s time to give your clients a bold look: a Red tip, with a feature nail made up of blood drips. The contrast of a soft Pink base with dramatic Red drips makes for an eye-catching and spooky design that’s perfect for the season. It’s still subtle as only one nail has been enhanced with drip!
How-To:
Prep Your Nails: Start by preparing your nails with an EFile for a perfect base. Check out the MUSE EFile for amazing results.
Apply a Pink base coat to all nails. On one accent nail, use a Red nail polish to create blood Red drips from the cuticle downward. Paint Red tips on the other nails. If you’d like to make this even more bold, why not swap the Pink base for Black nails. Seal with a top coat for a glossy finish.
This design below was created by @nailas_nail_room on instagram
2. Ghosts and White Tips
This playful take on classic French tips, features a pale Pink base with crisp White tips and adorable ghost accents. It’s a charming choice for those who want to celebrate Halloween with a touch of whimsy.
How-To:
Prep Your Nails: Again, we recommend prepping the nails with an EFile to ensure a clean foundation.
Apply a pale Pink base coat. Paint White tips on each nail. On the accent nail, create small White ghosts with tiny Black eyes and mouths using a fine brush. Finish with a clear top coat.
This design below was created by @nailas_nail_room on instagram
3. Dark Blood Mist with Silver Embellishments
For dramatic and darker Halloween nail art, try the dark blood mist design. The gradient of Red and Black with Silver embellishments creates a striking and luxurious effect.
How-To:
Prep Your Nails: Use an EFile to get your nails ready for the design.
Apply a Black base coat. Use a sponge to dab on a gradient of Red polish, with darker Red at the edges and brighter Red in the centre. Add silver metallic embellishments for a touch of sparkle. Seal with a top coat.
This design on the left, below was created by @caitlininabottle on instagram
4. Nude Ghosts with Devil Horns
Combine cute and spooky with this design featuring nude nails adorned with White ghosts, Red devil horns, and Black pumpkins. It’s a playful way to celebrate Halloween with elegance.
How-To:
Prep Your Nails: Check out the MUSE EFile for professional results.
Apply a Nude or light Pink base coat. Paint small White ghosts on some nails, adding Red devil horns and tails, and Black pumpkins on other nails. Use a fine brush for detailed accents. Finish with a clear top coat.
This design was created by @beautybychelseam on instagram and pictured below.
5. Tim Burton-Inspired Characters
Capture the unique essence of Tim Burton’s style with colourful, coffin-shaped nails. This design is perfect for fans of Burton’s work, offering a fun and gothic touch to Halloween.
How-To:
Prep Your Nails with a file or EFile, to get an ultra smooth surface.
Apply a base coat in your choice of vibrant colours. Use a fine brush to paint Tim Burton-inspired characters and details. Seal your artwork with a top coat.
This design was created by @nails_bylaceyj on instagram and pictured below.
6. Nude, Black and Orange
This design offers a stylish take on Halloween, featuring Orange, Pink and Black icons. It’s a great depiction of spooky fun.
How-To:
Prep your nails to start.
Apply a pale Pink or Nude base coat. Paint an Orange mist in the middle of each nail. On one nail, create a Black spider, and on another, add an eye, a moon, web, the world is your oyster. Finish with a clear top coat on top of any additional spooky nail art ideas.
This design was created by @thestudionailbox on instagram.
For more design inspo, or to upgrade your current nail art skills, why not sign up to our nail art course?
We’d love to see if you try any of these designs, so please tag us on Instagram @blossomacademy_ and you could be featured on our page!
I hope these spooky season nail art ideas spark your creativity and get you ready for Halloween! Happy painting and don’t forget to share your designs with us!
