Nail art has become a popular form of self-expression and creativity. It’s no longer just for adults as many tweens are now experimenting with nail polish designs. Tweens can create a variety of nail art designs without using artificial nails. Here are 20 simple nail ideas for tweens.
Polka dots Nails Art
This classic design is a great way to add a pop of color to your nails. To create polka dots, use a toothpick or a dotting tool to make small dots on your nails. You can use different colors of nail polish to create a fun, playful look.
Frozen Theme Design
This is a nail set inspired by Frozen. Despite watching the movie countless times, it remains adorable. You could use stickers of the characters on some nails, while the rest could be painted white or designed to match a winter/snow theme.
Glitter Nail Art
Who doesn’t love a bit of sparkle? To add glitter to your nails, apply a coat of clear nail polish and sprinkle glitter on top while the polish is still wet. You can use one color of glitter or mix different colors together for a more vibrant look.
Fluffy Clouds Design
I have a soft spot for nail designs featuring fluffy clouds. Despite being an adult, I still find them appealing, even though they are more suited for children. Some designs are simple and come in the form of stickers, while others, like the one above, require a steady hand. A light blue background can make these designs stand out even more.
Floral Design
Flowers are a feminine and delicate design that can add a touch of elegance to your nails. To create flowers, use a small brush to paint flowers on the nails using different colors of nail polish. You can create different styles of flowers and use different colors to create a unique look.
Heart Nail Art
Hearts are a simple yet cute design that’s perfect for tweens. To create hearts, use a toothpick or a small brush to make heart shapes on the nails using different colors of nail polish. You can use one heart per nail or create a pattern with multiple hearts.
Polka dot French
This design is a fun twist on the classic French manicure. To create a polka dot French, create a French manicure and add polka dots to the tip of the nail using a different color of nail polish. This is a great way to add a pop of color to a traditional look.
Watercolor Design
Watercolor designs are soft and dreamy, and they’re easy to create with a few colors of nail polish and a brush. To create a watercolor effect, apply a few colors of nail polish to a piece of paper or foil, then use a brush to apply the colors to your nails in a soft, blended pattern.
Animal Print Art
Animal print designs are bold and fun, and there are many different styles to try. To create animal print designs, use a toothpick or a small brush and different colors of nail polish to create spots, stripes, or other animal patterns.
Rainbow Nails Art
Rainbows are colorful and cheerful, and they’re easy to create with different colors of nail polish. To create a rainbow effect, simply use different colors of nail polish to create stripes on your nails. You can create a rainbow pattern on each nail or use the rainbow pattern on just one nail for an accent.
Chevron Nail Art
Chevron is a fun and trendy pattern that tweens can easily create on their nails using tape and different colors of nail polish. Apply a base coat and let it dry completely. Cut the tape into a chevron shape and place it on the nails. Paint the exposed areas with different colors of nail polish and let it dry. Once the polish is dry, remove the tape to reveal the chevron pattern.
Geometric Nail Design
Geometric designs are perfect for tweens who love symmetry and patterns. Using tape, tweens can create different shapes and patterns on their nails and fill them in with different nail polish colors. Apply a base coat and let it dry completely. Cut the tape into the desired shape and place it on the nails. Paint the exposed areas with different nail polish colors and let them dry. Once the polish is dry, remove the tape to reveal the geometric pattern.
Colorful Butterfly
A butterfly-themed nail design, such as this one, is a great choice for children as it is easy to create. While many foils and stickers are available for intricate butterfly designs, a super cute look can be achieved with minimal detail. This particular set is already fantastic, but I particularly like the combination of contrasting blue and pink colors used.
Stars Design
Star designs are a great choice for tweens who love all things celestial. Use a toothpick or a small brush to create star shapes on the nails using different colors of nail polish. Apply a base coat and let it dry completely. Use a toothpick or a small brush to create star shapes on the nails using different colors of nail polish. Let it dry completely before adding a topcoat.
Abstract Nail Art
Abstract designs are perfect for tweens who want a more free-form and artistic approach to nail art. Use a small brush and a few colors of nail polish to create an abstract design on the nails. Apply a base coat and let it dry completely. Using a small brush, create different shapes and lines on the nails with different colors of nail polish.
Dots and Lines Design
A different variation of the panda nail design showcases more creativity, although it still maintains the minimalist approach by utilizing the blank space of a white background to form a charming panda face through simple lines.
Emoji Nail Art
For tweens who love all things digital, emoji designs are a fun and playful choice. Using different nail polish colors, use a toothpick or a small brush to paint different emoji designs on the nails. Apply a base coat and let it dry completely. Using different nail polish colors, use a toothpick or a small brush to paint different emoji designs on the nails.
Butterfly Nail Design
Butterfly designs are perfect for tweens who love nature and all things delicate. Using different nail polish colors, use a small brush to create butterfly shapes on the nails. Apply a base coat and let it dry completely. Using different nail polish colors, use a small brush to create butterfly shapes on the nails.
Fruit Nail Design
Fruit-inspired designs are a fun and playful way to decorate nails. From juicy watermelons to bright oranges, there are endless possibilities to create fruity nail art designs. To create a fruit-themed design, you will need a small brush and a variety of nail polish colors.
Confetti Glitter Design
Confetti designs are perfect for special occasions like birthdays or holidays. They add a touch of fun and whimsy to any outfit. To create a confetti design, you will need a base coat and a variety of small confetti pieces.
Tweens can experiment with many simple nail ideas without using artificial nails. These designs can be created using different colors of nail polish, a small brush, a toothpick, or tape. Tweens can use their creativity and imagination to come up with their own unique nail art designs. Nail art can be a fun and creative way for tweens to express themselves and showcase their personal style.