Beauty & Skincare

Need a Mood Boost? Try One of These Trendy At-Home Manicures

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If there’s one thing that helps me feel put together even when I’m far from it, it’s a solid manicure–the professional kind. That’s out of the picture for the near future, so I’m using this time for my nails to recover from the damage of too many back-to-back gel manicures to count.

Since I can always count on a fresh coat of paint for an instant mood-booster, I’m looking to the pros for some DIY inspiration now. Whether you’re a beginner or an expert at DIY nails, this roundup of trendy manicures to try at home has something for every level.

If you’re up for taking on a challenge, you may need a striping brush or tape, a makeup wedge sponge, and some nail stickers. Falling into the beginner category myself, I’ll be sticking to some of the simpler options, like stick-on gels.

Scroll down to shop some of our go-to at-home manicure essentials and then check out eight nail trends and colors we’re loving right now. 

 

Target
Triangle Cosmetic Wedges
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Amazon
Nail Art Tools
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1. Pastel Rainbow

Source: Essie

Amazon
Essie Chillato Nail Polish
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Amazon
Essie Lilacism Nail Polish
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Target
Essie Bikini So Teeny Nail Polish
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Target
Essie Mint Candy Apple Nail Polish
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Target
Essie Fiji Nail Polish
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2. Ocean Spray

Source: ManiMe

ManiMe
Ocean Spray Stick On Gels
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3. Ray of Sunshine

Source: OPI

Target
OPI Natural Nail Base Coat
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OPI Nail Lacquer
Don't Tell A Sol Nail Polish
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OPI Nail Lacquer
Suzi's Slinging Mezcal Nail Polish
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Target
OPI Nail Treatment Top Coat
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4. Cheetahlicious

Source: Dashing Diva

Dashing Diva
Gloss Ultra Shine Gel Strips
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5. Subtle Glitter

Source: ManiMe

ManiMe
Miso Sexy Stick On Gels
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6. Navy Half Dip

Source: Olive & June

OPI Nail Lacquer
Yoga-ta Get this Blue Nail Polish
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7. Spring-fetti

Source: ManiMe

ManiMe
Spring-fetti Stick On Gels
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8. I Heart Summer

Source: Olive & June

Target
Essie Avant-Garment Nail Polish
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Olive & June
Rainbow Bright Nail Art Stickers
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