If you’ve been missing the level of dominance that mint green had circa 2014, now is your time to rejoice: The hue is back and ready to freshen up our wardrobes and manis once again. After an Oscars red carpet full of seafoam gowns, the trend is headed to our fingertips, and there are so many ways to wear mint green nails that feel fresh for all your spring looks and beyond. If you’re a fan of all the stunning pastel colors that pop up at this time of year, you’ll absolutely love this roundup of nail inspiration, which just might be exactly the joy you need to tide you over until summer arrives. Read on for 25 of our favorite mint green nail ideas to try this season, proving that there’s truly something for everyone in this bright shade.
Minty Flames
These mint green flames are a perfect initiation into spring. To achieve this look, start with a traditional French mani (in the nontraditional hue, of course) on your thumb, pointer, and pinky finger. Then, take a thin design brush and paint the flame design on your middle and ring fingers.
Spring Swirl
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If you’re a minimalist nail fan but still want a pop of color, consider this look. It’s sure to catch the eye of those around you, but simple enough to pair with any outfit.
Sequin Sparkle
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This minty green polish is a gorgeous option with gold flakes that provide a warm undertone to this cool-toned polish. It will look stunning on any nail shape, but it’s pictured here on a long, rounded manicure.
Tropical Palm Tree
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As we inch closer to the summer, this gorgeous mint green nail design is worth adding to your lineup. You can achieve this look with the Lights Lacquer polish in creamy yellow Leonardo ($11), a dark green polish for the palm tree leaves, and a mint green for the French tip. Finish the look with a matte top coat to mix it up from a traditional glossy moment.
Pearls & French
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If you’re looking for a way to mix up your mani, then this fun mint green option is worth a try. You can achieve this look using Death Valley Nails’ polish in Seagrᴀss ($16) and these pearl gemstones ($8).
Complementary Colors
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Pink and green is a color combo that always seems to make sense, and nail art is no exception. If you’re looking for an extra-special manicure, you should definitely try this maximalist look, which features checkerboard, heart, sparkle, flower, and detailed French designs. Given the complexity of this design, we would recommend taking a trip to the salon.
Green Abstract
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Abstract nail art has been popular for a few years now, and a fun way to mix it up is by adding a thin outline in a contrasting color to really make the manicure pop. This look uses gold, but you can pick whatever hue you want to complement your mint green nails.
Vroom Vroom
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Start your engines, because we’re running to the salon to get this at our next appointment. It’s a combination of two nail design trends we’ve been seeing recently: swirls and racetrack checkerboard. If you’re a fan of playful manis, this is a great option to welcome in the warm weather.
Gemstone Green
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This gorgeous marbled gemstone nail look is definitely a show-stopper for this time of year. Sprinkle in some gold polish to really add that extra oomph and sparkle.
Minty Fresh
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Nothing beats a classic mint green manicure, and sometimes going simple and solid can be the most refreshing. You can achieve this exact look with the For Tmrw For Always Nail Polish ($20).
Lime to Mint Ombré
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The amazing thing about mint green is that you can mix and match it with other shades of green and it will always look good. This lime-to-mint green ombré mani is a stunning example, complete with a thin silver glitter line at the base to bring the look together.
Sherbet Soft Serve
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Minty peaches and cream may sound questionable as a dessert, but it’s absolutely delectable as a nail look. Yet another take on the popular pink-and-green color combination shows us that the options are endless with mint green nails, depending on your preferences.
Rose Gold and Mint Cubes
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This mani merges the pink-and-green and gold-and-green concepts, and we’re obsessed. You can achieve this design on any nail shape using a minty polish with a metallic rose gold hue layered overtop in a square pattern.
Bright Minty Blue
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If you lean towards brighter colors or are looking for something unexpected, try a mint polish that leans a bit more blue than green. This specific color is OPI’s Verde Nice To Meet You polish ($12).
April Showers Bring May Flowers
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In celebration of daisy season coming up in April, you can try out this simple nail design that works for any occasion but still feels young and playful all at the same time.
Hollow Swirl
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Easily achieve this abstract mint green nail look with some washi nail tape ($9) by applying it in whatever pattern you want, then painting over it with a gorgeous minty polish. Once the color is mostly dry, remove the tape and finish with a top coat.
Modern Nail Art
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This manicure is a sophisticated, understated take on some of the aforementioned abstract designs, replacing the sparkly outlines with a crisp white polish on the accent nails while keeping the other nails simple. Be sure to finish it off with a glossy top coat to capture the light and achieve a smooth finish.
Cherry Swirl
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Red and green doesn’t just have to remind us of the holiday season—it can also have a springy feel if you pick the right shade and design. This abstract design swirls mint with the also-trending cherry red, making it ideal for this time of year.
Minty Swirl
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This minimalist manicure option subtly switches up classic French accent nails for those who are interested in a pop of color but don’t want anything too over-the-top.
Aura Nails
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If you follow nail trends closely, you’ve probably heard of aura nails. This is a fun take on that trend, and it feels unique yet subdued enough to pair with any outfit.
Cherry Dreams
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This is an ideal look for anyone who’s looking to skip right over spring and embrace the summer sun. If you’re into a DIY manicure but don’t want to sacrifice on the fun nail art, this look couldn’t be easier to achieve. After painting your mint green French tips, apply these cherry gemstones ($8) sporadically around your nails, and watch your dream mani come to life.
Holographic
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Holographic nails are a fun option if you’re not into traditional nail art but want to mix it up from a classic manicure. Vaguely reminiscent of the chrome manicures that have taken over our inspiration boards, this manicure is a great option to try out at this time of year.
Splatter Paint
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Who knew splatter paint could be so chic? Starting with a clear base layer, you can lightly splatter on any color you want, but we’re loving this minty green look.
Spring Garden
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Daisies will continue to pop up all spring in our gardens and our nail inspo boards, so this look may be worth a sH๏τ if you haven’t tried this sweet variety of floral mani before.
Minty Shimmer
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A little shimmer never hurt anybody, and this manicure is no exception. If you’re looking for an at-home spring manicure idea, this is a simple yet stunning option. Just paint on a few layers of Cirque Colors’ Garden Party Nail Polish ($15), add a glossy top coat, and you’re good to go.
