YUNOVA · Nail Art

Module 10: Advanced nail art

Notes for offline study · 3 November 2026

3D acrylic nail art

Key points

  • 3D art uses small acrylic beads to sculpt shapes like flowers.
  • A fine brush shapes each bead before it sets.
  • Seal the design with a top coat.

Chrome and cat eye nails

Key points

  • Chrome powder is rubbed over a cured no-wipe top coat.
  • Cat eye polish has metal particles moved by a magnet.
  • Seal both effects with a top coat and cure.

Hand painted character nail art

Key points

  • Fine detail brushes and gel paints draw small characters.
  • Work from a base colour to outlines and then details.
  • Cure layers as you go to avoid smudges.

Encapsulated nail art

Key points

  • Encapsulation seals glitter, foils or dried flowers inside clear product.
  • Place the items on a base layer, then cover with clear gel or acrylic.
  • File smooth so the surface is flat over the design.