Nail art may seem difficult but with the right tools, even the most complicated designs can be created in no time. Nail art brushes help you change the look of your nails with just a stroke. These brushes come in different shapes and each shape has its own purpose.

Let’s have a look at the different types of nail art brushes and learn about their individual uses.

 

1. Liner Brush

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Similar to liquid eyeliner, the nail art liner brush is a thin brush used to create fine lines or create intricate details on a design.

 

2. Striper Brush

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It is the longer and finer version of the liner brush. It is used to create long vertical and horizontal lines across the nail.

 

3. Grass Comb Brush

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Having separated bristles, this brush is used to give an airbrush effect to a nail art design.

 

4. Angular Brush

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With the bristles shaped at a 45° angle, this brush is useful for creating slanting lines with ease.

 

5. Detailer Brush

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Detailer brush is named precisely after its utility as it is used for creating detailed designs on your nail.

 

6. Crooked Detailer Brush

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Crooked detailer brush is used to highlight a design.

 

7. Shader/Flat Brush

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This brush is specially used for painting backgrounds and larger designs on a nail.

 

8. Fan Brush

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The Fan brush is used to create several strokes of different colors across the nail in one swipe.

 

Hope this guide helped you understand the use of each nail art brush. So awaken your hidden Leonardo da Vinci, select the colors pick your brushes and create a masterpiece on your nails.

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