Halloween is just around the corner and as someone who loves all things Halloween, the nail designs are my absolute favorite! Having Halloween themed nails to match your costumes and the season really just completes the spirit.
So, if you’re looking for some great inspiration for spooky and cute Halloween nail designs, you are in the right place! I love seeing everyone come up with new designs each year throughout the weeks of October, and I am here to share my own inspirational finds!
It does not have to be expensive or tedious to get your nails done for Halloween, as there are so many pre-made options done in the form of press on nails. Halloween nail designs can be very intricate so if you’re looking to save some time at the nail salon, and money, here is your guide! With that said, you can use these spooky nail designs to either show to your nail technician, or put them on at home.
From simple to spectacular, here are some great halloween nails for you to recreate! With so many options, you could rotate a new set each week this October! Continue reading for more Halloween nails inspiration, however, if short and simple nails are more your thing, read more here!
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How Can I Do My Manicure at Home?
If you are familiar with my nail inspiration blogs, more of which you can find here, you know we need to start with the basics. Learning how to do your manicure at home can be incredibly helpful, but also not helpful if you can’t perfect the base of your nail. These next few steps will help keep your nails lasting a long time regardless of if you decide to use gel or press on nails at home!
Step 1: Buff out your nails.
Using a nail file and nail buffer, make sure the surface of your nails are super even. Here are some tools you can use for this important step.
These are a lot stronger than using a typical nail buffer and file. With that said, it is also what they use at the nail salon to get a quick and even surface for our nails. They last a long time and are so crucial to keeping your manicure on point.
If using a nail drill is too intimidating to start off, these will work perfect. Especially for having simple nails, these will work just fine.
Step 2: Remove Cuticles
In order for your nails to last, removing your cuticles is important! This helps prevent lifting or your nails popping off.
Step 3: Dry and Prime Your Nails
Lastly, dry and prime your nails to avoid oily skin ruining the adhesive.
Halloween Nails Inspiration!
Pumpkin Designs
When I think of pumpkins, I think of Halloween! Pumpkins are such a common Halloween theme and it is only right to try them out as a nail design this season. Target and Amazon have so many cool press on designs so you are able to skip long waits at the nail salon or tedious drawing of nail art on your own.
Spider Web Designs
Spider webs and spiders can make for a great plot in some scary movies and themes. Spiders are a fear of many and make for a cute and spooky design for Halloween nails. The best part about spider and spider web designs, is that they can be made subtle, extravagant, or spooky!
Ghost Nails
Ghosts absolutely fit the spooky theme for Halloween nails. Ghosts are scary, but also a fun Halloween theme many people follow. There are many ways to incorporate ghostly designs in to nails however here are some of my favorite finds for the season!
Witch Nails
Witches are the perfect Halloween costume, so why not have nails to match the eerie feel of the outfit? If you have plans to dress as a witch this holiday, here are some press ons you can pop on that will fit the vibe of your costume.
Orange Nails
Orange is practically the color of Halloween, so it is only right to have them in rotation for our nail fills and sets this season.
Creepy Nails
Halloween calls for creepy and eerie nails! Here are some of the best intricate and creepy nail sets you can quickly press on this season.
Pink Halloween Nails
My absolute favorite color is pink so I had to include some pink themed Halloween nails. These are perfect for the girls who don’t want to give up their pink nails, but also want some cute Halloween nails.
Skeleton Nails
Skeletons are a great spooky and harmless Halloween nail idea. They fit the theme for Halloween well and will likely fit with your costumes this year.
Alien Nails
If you are not looking for nails with lots of designs, but still with a Halloween feel, these are for you! These nails have an out of this world, space like effect and are great for Halloween.
Red Nails
Red nails are such a classic and are perfect for when we are nearing the end of Halloween. I say this because if they drag in to winter season, red nails will still be a perfect seasonal fit!
Black Nails
Black nails are perfect for Halloween. They’re subtle but eerie at the same time and are great for people who don’t want to do too much for their nails in terms of design. If you like simple, but on theme, these nails are perfect for you!
