Hey, moms and teens! Here are 17 trending Valentine’s Day nails you and your teen can design!
These are beautiful, simple, and easy to do!
Please keep in mind that some designs may be more suitable for older teens, so use your discretion when choosing a style.
This is a perfect opportunity for you and your teen to bond over some fun DIY nail art.
What better way to prepare for Valentine’s Day than with eye-catching nail polish designs you can create together?
Whether your teenager has short or long nails, you’ll find something on this list to try today.
From fun to flirty, there are ideas for all teenagers! I’ve also included some tips to make your nail day go smoothly.
There are some strong and very cute looks that you can achieve!
Speaking of cute!
I have also attached awesome nail tutorial videos by one of my favorite YouTubers, Cute Polish, that will help you with the creative process! Her Valentine’s Day Nails video is incredible!
It’s time to kick back, unwind, and Valentine your nails today for the day of love and friendship!
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1. Heartsuit Valentine’s Day Nails
Does your teen love to play cards? These cool, sweet Valentine’s Day nails have a lovely ring to them, with beautiful hearts, the letter A, and the number 2.
I enjoy the cute design because it would be fantastic for a card game night for Valentine’s Day. Grab some friends and enjoy their reactions when they see your nails.
2. X and Hearts
Instead of Xs and Os, how about Xs and hearts? Use three colors to achieve this cute and chic look: pink, white, and black.
This design is pretty and simple, and your teenager will love showing it to their friends.
Here’s a hint: You can even draw that X using a Sharpie marker. I have tried this before, and the design does last.
3. Glitter Heart Nails
Silver Glitter heart nails! How cute would these nails look with a pretty red dress?
This is perfect for date night or a girls’ day out. I love the design of the silver glitter streak and the way that it goes around the heart; it’s simple yet beautiful.
4. Polka Dot Heart Design
These polka-dot heart Valentine’s Day nails give me a grease-the-movie vibe. I really like the character Rizzo, and she would wear this kind of nails to match her prom dress.
You can use a thin brush to create the polka dots or even a black Sharpie marker to create this look. The index and pinky fingers are red, so that’s the design, considering the two in the middle are different.
5. Love Letters on Red Coat
Who loves love? We love, love! Love comes in all shapes, colors, and sizes, and it does not have to be love from a boyfriend or a fiancé.
It can be love from a friend or a mother who truly cares or a neighbor who cares. Either way, this design truly shows that you love everyone and you are about peace. Perfect for older teens and moms.
6. X and O Heart Valentine’s Day Nails
Just recently, we talked about X and heart nails. How about another type of design with X and O nails using hearts again to replace the O’s? Draw a cute checkerboard pattern design and do cute little exes in three boxes.
Make the heart win because love always wins in the end. This design should take about 15 minutes or less and will surely be an eye-catcher.
7. Red Glitter Heart on Pink Nails
How about this hot red glitter heart on a pink background?
The best thing is you don’t have to do it for each finger now; the ring finger alone suffices.
8. Love Letters With Polka Dot Design
As we mentioned above, we love, love! But what about polkadot 101 Dalmatians love? Who here loves puppies?
If you have a teen who is absolutely a dog lover, these nails are going to impress them.
You will need red, white, and black paint for this beautiful design that everyone will love.
9. Red Hearts on Chrome Valentine’s Day Nails
Chrome seems to be a very popular and trendy nail polish right now, and I can clearly see why. The way these red hearts stand out on the chrome color really pops!
10. Classic French Tip For Date Night
How about we keep it classic? Here’s a classic French tip for a fun date night. By date night, it doesn’t have to be a boyfriend or a fiancé, as I mentioned.
It could be a lady’s night friend date, and you will look great hanging out with the girls, and your teens will love it. It’s classic, it’s French, and it’s only on the tip. 😉
11. Heart Roses Valentine’s Day Nails
Somebody called Cupid because I believe his arrow is flying and spreading love everywhere. This cute design is unmatched, especially with the heart shooting like an arrow.
Complete this beautiful look by painting the other nails red and adding a white heart with a tiny little red heart inside each one. You can leave the pinky nail alone; your look will be complete.
12. Glitter, Hearts, and Love Cute Nails
I love this design because there are multiple looks, and you don’t have to do all of them on each nail.
You can choose one nail to create in one of these designs, and the others can be a base-coated color like red, pink, silver, or white.
Choose one nail and pick one of these designs. I recommend the ring finger as the design nail, and you have a look that will impress your teen.
You and your teen can practice painting each other’s nails using these designs for inspiration.
13. Classic Red and Short
Why do the most? If you have a teen that just likes to keep it simple, then keep it simple with this classic red and short nail polish.
It goes with any outfit for Valentine’s Day and still looks elegant and beautiful.
Match it with a red purse and perhaps some red shoes, and you’re good to go.
14. Glitter, Pink, and Everything Nice!
Another cute short nail design! Glitter, pink, and everything nice look stunning because each nail is a different color, representing the colors of Valentine’s Day.
This nail design is perfect if you or your teen have short nails and want to grow them because it still provides a chic look.
15. Beautiful Hearts Flying in Air
Let the beautiful hearts fly everywhere. It’s Valentine’s Day! I love the acrylic look on these nails; perhaps you have an acrylic kit.
You can create this design or be bold and try to paint it yourself. It’s OK to mess up.
Remember, you’re having a great time with your teenager, and that’s what matters.
16. Elegant and Classy Nails for Moms
Where are all the elegant, classy Mommas? Put your hands up! I think it’s time for you to enjoy yourself, Mom, and give yourself a look that will turn heads around.
I especially love the second nail with the speckled gray-white background because it looks like a heart face. This is beautiful and dazzling.
17. Beautiful Orange Red Heart Valentine’s Day Nails
Last on our list, we have beautiful orange-red heart Valentine’s Day nails that look spectacular!
They’re perfect for older teens and Moms to show off their artistic skills by drawing cute little hearts on the tips of their nails.
I love the red-orange brightness of the nail polish on the index and pinky fingers. It’s very bright. I also noticed it’s on the thumb and looking radiant!
Tips for Moms and Teens
- Start with a good base coat: This protects your nails and helps the polish last longer.
- Use thin coats: Apply two thin coats of polish instead of one thick coat for a smoother finish.
- Clean up any mistakes: Use a thin brush dipped in nail polish remover to clean up any smudges.
- Top it off: Finish with a clear top coat to seal in the color and add shine.
- Have fun and experiment! Don’t be afraid to try new things and get creative.
Conclusion
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Try creating a new idea or combine a few from this list and see what you create.
Happy Valentine’s Day to you and your teens; enjoy your Valentine’s Day nails, moms! Don’t forget your toes too! 🙂
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