You’re on your way to your nail appointment only to realize you haven’t put an ounce of thought into what you’ll be doing with your nails today. Sure, you could opt for a single nail polish color and keep things simple, but sometimes you’re in the mood to get creative with your nail look.
When you’re itching for something unique, eye-catching and totally ‘gram-worthy, social media is a great place to start. There are thousands of nail artists (professional and amateur) proudly displaying their work, just waiting to inspire your next-level manicure.
To help get you started, we’ve rounded up eight of the most inspiring, talented and mind-blowing nail artists to follow on Instagram. We promise, you won’t be short on inspiration the next time you show up at the nail salon.
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This article originally appeared on TotalBeauty.com
8 Inspiring Nail Artists to Follow on Instagram
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8 Inspiring Nail Artists to Follow on Instagram #1
@heynicenails
This sister duo based in Long Beach, California will provide your feed with all the funky, out-of-the-box nail designs you could ever need. From Lisa Frank-inspired leopard print to 90s-style colorful smiley faces, this account is nothing short of eye-catching.
Image: @heynicenails
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8 Inspiring Nail Artists to Follow on Instagram #2
@nailthoughts
Katie Masters is the nail genius behind this Instagram account where she shares her daily creations on her client's nails. Think incredibly realistic peach emojis on accent nails and palm tree silhouettes that look like they were stamped on. You can count on double-tapping every one of her posts thanks to the incredible detail and jaw-dropping art you'll see as you scroll.
Image: @nailthoughts
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8 Inspiring Nail Artists to Follow on Instagram #3
@misspopnails
On Miss Pop's feed, you'll get an inside look at all the nail looks that this New York City-based artist creates. And her clients aren't just anyone; you'll get to see her designs on the likes of Gigi and Bella Hadid, Kaia Gerber and more. She's essentially the queen of runway nails.
Image: @misspopnails
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8 Inspiring Nail Artists to Follow on Instagram #4
@superflynails
Meet Mia, nail artist at Sparkle SF Nail Studio in San Francisco. She creates an abundance of really cool designs for advertisements and editorial but also works on everyday clients. Bring in your favorite pair of shoes and Mia can create something to match them. Saw a cool mermaid print nail file? She'll recreate it on your digits.
Image: @superflynails
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8 Inspiring Nail Artists to Follow on Instagram #5
@astrowifey
If you love bright colors and out-of-this-world prints, give this Chicago-based nail artist a follow. Ash Crowe, the talent behind this 'gram, dolls up the nails of her clients with anything from pizza emojis to ornate floral designs.
Image: @astrowifey
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8 Inspiring Nail Artists to Follow on Instagram #6
@tiaalynnn
Show this pink-haired babe a design, and she'll give you her twist on it (and trust us, you'll like it even better than the original). Tia Lynn, nail artist at The Beauty Studio in Massachusetts, creates some unbelievable nail art that you'll have a hard time believing is hand-painted. Get ready to be impressed and inspired.
Image: @tiaalynnn
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8 Inspiring Nail Artists to Follow on Instagram #7
@thehangedit
Hang Nguyen, Los Angeles-based nail artist, is one Instagram account where you won't be able to stop yourself from scrolling through the entire thing. This talented boss babe has worked on advertisements for brands like New York and Company and Disney and celebrities like Gabrielle Union and Demi Lovato.
Image: @thehangedit
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8 Inspiring Nail Artists to Follow on Instagram #8
@ladyfancynails
Brooklyn-based nail artists Eda and Anna Levenson is the duo behind this Instagram account. According to their bio, they are "dedicated to designs and experiences rooted in unique expressions of individuality & self-care." The two have worked on many notable runway shows and with celebrities like Kendall Jenner and Jordyn Woods.
Image: @ladyfancynails
