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Fingernails in Focus

Brooklyn-based tech, @bigfreakyclaws, paints tribal patterns and hearts on nails, adding pearls for an understated tattoo-inspired style.
Nail tech, Jodi Brake (@saucyclaws_jodi), who works within a tattoo studio in Canada, uses its influence to create this fun pastel design.
Nail artist, @vivxue, from California, recreates the recognisable handiwork of American tattoo artist, Ed Hardy, on stiletto-shaped nails.
Birmingham nail artist, @nails.bab, who teaches tattoo style nail art, shows off her hand-painting skills on a nude base.
Session stylist, Michelle Humphrey (@nailsbymh), creates custom nails featuring dragon and tribal patterns using Bio Sculpture shades.
Edinburgh’s @deadlydaggers.nailstudio channels the classic American tattoo style to create anti-Valentine’s Day nails.
Actress, Megan Fox, showcases cherry-red enhancements with snakes, crosses and butterfly decals, courtesy of Brittney Boyce (@nails_of_la).
The traditional Japanese tattoo style, featuring various colours and creatures, inspires this design by Chile’s @vonknailart.
Chilean nail pro, Karina Quiroga of @punkynails_cl, highlights ‘old school tattoo’ heart, skull and scripture styles on short nails with a neutral base.

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