YOUR STEP-BY-STEP GUIDE TO A SUGAR & SPICE INSPIRED FESTIVE NAIL ART:

WHAT YOU’LL NEED

Inca Jewels — a metallic light bronze
Firework Sky — a gold and rose gold glitter
Only Say Yes — a bright milky white crème
Super Survival — a classic deep red crème

STEP 1: CREATE THE PERFECT BASE

Start with a layer of To Have + To Hold Base Coat to prep your nails. This nourishing base smooths the surface, extends wear, and keeps your nails looking healthy.

STEP 2: SPARKLING GINGERBREAD

Using Inca Jewels and your Neat + Tidy Nail Art Dotting Tool, start by creating a circle at the top of the ring fingers, then use a nail brush to gently draw out the arms and legs to form a gingerbread man shape. Once dry, use the nail brush and Firework Sky to add a glittery sheen for a festive touch.

Add a tiny bow using Super Survival, finishing it with a bronze dot at the centre using Inca Jewels. For the facial features, use Only Say Yes to dot on the eyes and mouth, then refine the outline of the arms and legs with the same shade using a thin brush. Complete the gingerbread man with little red buttons using Super Survival.

STEP 3: GLITZY CANDY CANE TREATS

Create a glitter accent on the index fingers by dabbing Firework Sky onto the tips with a nail sponge, blending upward for a soft fade. Once dry, use the dotting tool with Super Survival and Only Say Yes to create alternating red and white dots in a curved line on each nail to form two candy cane shapes for a playful, festive finish.

STEP 4: BURNT CARAMEL SWIRL

Coat your pinky nails with two layers of Inca Jewels. Once the polish is fully dry, dip a thin brush in Only Say Yes and draw diagonal lines across the nail to create a creamy caramel swirl.

STEP 5: TANTALISING TIPS

Paint a curved metallic tip on the middle fingers using Inca Jewels and allow to dry. Add a soft ‘creamy topping’ along the edge with Only Say Yes to give the French tip a delicious, frosted look.

STEP 6: GINGERBREAD ICING DETAILS 

Start with two coats of Inca Jewels. Using a thin nail brush, create a swirly line around the border of your nail with Only Say Yes to mimic icing on a gingerbread biscuit. Finish by using the Neat + Tidy Nail Art Dotting Tool to add extra icing details within the swirly border for a festive, intricate effect.

STEP 7: SEAL THE LOOK

Finish your festive manicure with a generous layer of Shine + Shield Top Coat. This glossy, protective finish locks in your design to keep your nails perfectly polished throughout the holiday season.