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Here’s How To DIY Swirl Nails For Less Than $20

It’s easier than it looks.

by Amber Rambharose
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Swirl nails, the next big mani craze, are one of the simplest styles of nail art to DIY. Unlike their summer nail trend predecessor glazed doughnut nails, swirl nails don’t take a ton of steps to recreate at home.

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You never need to touch a nail polish bottle to do your own swirl nails. These 10 sets of press-on swirl nails and swirl nail polish wraps do all the work for you for less than $20.

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Shrine x UO Exclusive Press-On False Nails Set
Urban Outfitters

These abstract press-on swirl nails from SHRINE are only available at Urban Outfitters. The swirl designs feature pastel shades of pink, green, blue, and orange, so they’re likely to match nearly everything in your closet.

$16
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Vanessa Pink Swirl Press-On Nails
Nail Candi Boutique

This set of pink and white press-on nails comes in 24 different sizes for a perfect fit. The medium-length, almond-shaped style is a perfect backdrop for the swirl designs and the finish is ultra-glossy.

$15
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Ocean Waves Press-On Acrylic Nails
Kiara Sky

These almond-shaped, short press-on nails are acrylic, so they’re made to really last. According to the brand, you can get three weeks worth of wear out of them when you apply them with acrylic powder and two weeks with nail glue.

$20
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Abstract Swirl Press-On Nails
Clutch Nails

These press-on swirl nails feature a warm, neutral palette with pops of peachy pink and burnt umber. When applied with nail glue, this set will last up to two weeks.

$10
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Glamnetic Press-On Nail Kit in Marshmallow Swirl
Sephora

Cult-fave brand Glamnetic’s press-on nails are reusable and last up to three weeks at a time. This set of white and pale pink swirl nails is a perfect way to jump onto the swirl trend in a neutral palette.

$15
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Sunjasmine Press-On Swirl Nails
Amazon

This set of swirl nails is acrylic, available on Amazon, and features a whimsical, bright mix of colors. “I love them,” wrote one reviewer. “They look just like I came from the nail salon.”

$15
$10
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Discoteca Chill Tips
Chillhouse

Chill Tips are incredibly long-lasting press-on nails and this swirl set is a sophisticated take on a trend that’s usually bright and pastel. They’re swirl nails, but vampy and perfect for fall.

$16
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Stay Press'd - Abstract Swirl Press-Ons
Lottie London

Another goes-with-everything-in-your-closet option, this set of press-on swirl nails from Lottie London is one of the most affordable on the list. (I wore this exact set to a wedding and got endless compliments.) They’re also vegan and come with 30 different nails for a custom fit.

$7
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Vaveah Press-On Swirl Coffin Nails
Amazon

This set of black and white press-on swirl nails features a coffin shape and has an average rating of 4 out of 5 stars based on about 1,000 reviews. “These are so pretty! I am very pleased,” shared one shopper. Another happy customer wrote, “All I have to say is… YES.”

$13
$9
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Blue Waves Nail Wraps
ManiMe Co.

ManiMe Co. uses special tech to design nail wraps customized to the exact size and shape of your nail beds. This set of swirl nails features abstract shapes in addition to its two-tone blue swirl designs.

$25
$20
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