This striking snake nail art is sure to turn heads

You don't have to be an artist to add a little oomph to your nail routine. If stick figures are beyond your creative repertoire, add style to a manicure with whimsical water decals. Available in a wide range of styles, including slithering snakes, these decals are both delightful and easy to apply. Place one on every nail, or apply just one or two for a more subtle style.

Love a shiny nail? This striking style incorporates shimmer paint for added effect. The end result is a feminine look that's also fiercely fabulous.

Materials
- Presto shimmering gel in "Frivolo 74"
- Kupa no-wipe gel top
- Essie light pink nude in "City Jungle" (2 coats base color)
- Small cup of water
- IDBI Nails snake water decals
- Tweezers
- Akzentz gel lamp

1. Paint your nails with two coats of Essie light pink nude in "City Jungle." After each layer, place your hand in the Akzentz gel lamp to cure the polish.

2. Apply a coat of Presto shimmering gel in "Frivolo 74."

3. Cure the polish with the gel lamp.

4. Put an IDBI snake water decal in a small cup of water, and leave it there for about 30 seconds.

5. Remove the decal with tweezers.

6. Peel off the blue backing, leaving a clear sheet containing the decal.

7. Place the decal on your nail's surface. Press it in place with a finger.

8. Apply a coat of Kupa no-wipe gel top.

9. Repeat steps 2 through 8 for every nail you'd like snake nail art. Feel free to use other decals as desired.