How to recreate a 3D snowman nail art design

If you’re looking to test drive some new nail art, then you’ve come to the right place. One of the biggest trends right now is 3D-inspired manicures, which often feature fun adornments like gems and rhinestones. However, you might have some reservations about trying a manicure that isn’t practical for your lifestyle. Set your worries aside; this 3D snowman nail art tutorial strikes the perfect balance between innovative and approachable.

Before you begin recreating this 3D design, make sure you have the necessary tools within arm’s reach. There’s nothing worse than pausing mid-manicure because you didn’t properly plan ahead.

Materials
- Blue gel nail polish
- White gel nail polish
- Nail art sponge brush
- Dotting tool
- Black gel nail polish
- Striping brush
- Red gel nail polish
- Hard gel

Instructions
1. Start by painting your nails with a blue gel nail polish.

2. Take the white gel polish, and use the sponge brush to dab the hue onto the tip of each nail.

3. Dip the dotting tool into the white gel polish, and draw a snowman shape onto your nails.

4. Use the black gel polish and dotting tool to draw the snowman’s buttons and eyes.

5. Outline the snowman’s mouth with the striping brush.

6. Use the red gel polish and striping brush to trace a Santa hat on the snowman’s head.

7. Paint a white pompom on top of the hat using the dotting tool.

8. Use the dotting tool to create falling snowflakes on your nails.

9. Put a small amount of hard gel on the surface of each snowman for more depth.