COSMIC NAIL ART: YOUR STEP-BY-STEP GUIDE

Get ready to bring a touch of the cosmos to your manicure with this cosmic nail art look by @simlynail, featuring the mesmerising Magnetic Skies collection. This universe-inspired design captures the shimmer of distant galaxies and the glow of cosmic light, all from the comfort of your home.

WHAT YOU’LL NEED

Ultraviolet – an amethyst purple metallic
Golden Galaxy – a soft golden champagne metallic
Mint Eclipse – a reflective, icy teal metallic
Moonberry – a rich magenta metallic

STEP 1: THE PERFECT BASE

Start by applying a layer of To Have + To Hold Base Coat. This vitamin-rich formula helps create a smooth, even canvas while extending the life of your manicure and promoting healthier-looking nails.

STEP 2: SATURN MAGIC

On your index fingers, use Ultraviolet and the Neat + Tidy Nail Art Dotting Tool to create a circle in the centre of the nail. Once dry, outline it with Golden Galaxy using a thin nail brush — this will form Saturn and its iconic ring.

Next, use the Neat + Tidy Nail Art Dotting Tool and Golden Galaxy to create a small dot in the left corner of the nail. Using a thin nail brush, draw vertical and horizontal lines from the dot to form a delicate star. Repeat in the opposite corner.

Add dimension by placing dots of Moonberry and Mint Eclipse in the centre of your stars, then scatter a few more tiny Golden Galaxy dots across the nail for a stardust effect. Finally, draw two thin lines using Mint Eclipse along the curve of the base and tip of the nail for a subtle cosmic shimmer.

STEP 3: STARSTRUCK FRENCH

For the middle fingers, paint a classic French tip using Mint Eclipse. Once dry, recreate two stars in opposite corners using the same star design from Step 2.

Add a dot of Moonberry in the centre of one star and Ultraviolet in the centre of the other, then sprinkle a few Golden Galaxy dots around for that twinkling finish.

Repeat the look on your pinky finger nails, switching up the French tip colour to Ultraviolet — or experiment with any cosmic combo.

STEP 4: ENCHANTED MOON

On your ring fingers, use Golden Galaxy and a thin nail brush to draw a c-shape — your radiant half-moon. Add a star beside it (using the same technique as Step 2), then fill the nail with delicate dots of Moonberry, Ultraviolet, and Mint Eclipse to complete your moonlit sky.

STEP 5: A DAZZLING FINISH

Once dry, apply a coat of Shine + Shield Top Coat to lock in the look with a glossy, mirror-like finish. Finally, nourish your cuticles with the Nourish + Nurture Nail and Cuticle Oil Pen to keep them soft, hydrated, and healthy.

THE FINAL LOOK

Your nails now glisten with a cosmic glow — shimmering stars, moons, and galaxies all brought to life in one stunning manicure. Whether you’re channelling your inner cosmic goddess or simply want something out of this world, this Magnetic Skies look ensures stellar magic is always at your fingertips.