7 Different Types Of Nail Art Brushes That Anyone Can Try

How to choose a good nail art brush? What are the different types of nail art brushes available? What are the things you should keep in mind while doing nail art? If you are confused with all these questions, we have your back. This article contains all the information you need to know about nail art brushes. Keep scrolling! Nail art brushes comes in 15 different interesting pieces and each set can be further divided into 7 parts. You can buy these brushes individually too depending on what you like to do. These brushes are:

1. 3D Brush

The 3D brush, more specifically the acrylic brush (no. 02), is the most versatile and common nail art brush. It is great for painting nails and can be used for creating intricate designs. It also helps in creating different strokes and patterns. These brushes also help in making 3D nail art using acrylic powder and monomer.

2. Striper/Liner Brush

This nail brush helps in creating stripes (long lines), striping stroke patterns, and plaid art (checks), and you can also use them to make animal patterns such as zebra or tiger prints. You get straight lines with these brushes with ease, which makes them perfect for nail artistry. Your set may contain 3 of these brushes.

3. Flat/Gel Brush

This brush is also known as a shader brush. These brushes help in creating long fluid strokes on the nails. It also helps in creating one stroke patterns, blending and shading. They are also helpful in doing gel nails. Your set may contain 2-3 sizes of this brush.

4. Angled Brush

This brush basically helps in one-stroke nail art flowers on the nail. It is very easy to double-load the two different colors of nail polish while using it because of its angled bristles.

5. Fan Brush

A fan brush has many functions. It helps in shading, creating swirls, and sprinkling glitter. You can create beautiful stroke effects with this brush. It is also used in brushing off excess flocking powder or glitter too. If you are learning how to do nail art? Well, knowing about this brush can help you in the long run. Using it properly can help you get a more concentrated look. Just press the brush lightly against the nail with steady hands and you are good to go!

6. Detailing Brush

If you’re keen on exploring different nail art designs, this brush is your go-to tool. Its precision effect makes nail decoration a breeze, even for beginners. You can confidently create many masterpieces with this brush. It’s a must-have in your nail art tools stash and is just ideal for at-home manicure, making you feel capable and confident in your nail art journey!

7. Dotter

Your 15-piece nail art brush set should consist of one dotter tool too. It has a very small head tip which helps in creating many small dotted effects on the nails. For larger dots, you can use other bigger dotting tools that are available in the market.

Scroll down to learn easy and simple tips to clean and keep your nail art brushes in top-notch condition.

How To Clean Nail Art Brushes

Cleaning Detail Art Brushes

Using Alcohol To Clean Gel Brushes

What can I use instead of nail art brushes? You can use old eyeliner brushes and paint brushes instead of nail art brushes. You can also use a syringe glue applicator to add rhinestones or embellishments to your nails. Which brushes are best for acrylic nails? Acrylic brushes are the best for acrylic nails as their pointed tip allows precise application, offers a good control for a smooth finish and helps enhance its beauty. How do I keep my acrylic nail brush from getting hard? Your nail brush may go hard if acrylic is left to dry on it. So, thoroughly wipe your brushes with clean paper towels using the monomer liquid after every use to keep it from becoming hard. Make sure you do not dip your brush directly in monomer without wiping acrylic leftover from the brush as it can result in the acrylic drying up on your brush and hardening the bristles.