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Buddha Nail Studio · Brighton & Hove
French tips, magnetic cat-eye effects, chrome, glitter and detailed hand-painted designs created around your style.
Custom nail art
From crisp French tips and subtle glitter accents to layered, high-detail designs, our Brighton and Hove nail technicians can adapt your inspiration to your chosen nail length, shape and finish.
Nail art can be added to natural nails, gel manicures, BIAB overlays and selected nail extension services. Whether you want one or two accent nails or a different design on every finger, booking the correct level of artwork ensures your technician has enough time to create the look carefully.
Made for you
Your inspiration might come from an outfit, season, celebration, photograph or colour palette. Bring or send reference images before the appointment—especially for detailed artwork.
Your technician can assess the complexity, recommend the correct nail art tier and explain whether the design should be adapted for your nail shape or length.
Because every hand-painted design is different, the final result will be an interpretation of your inspiration rather than a machine-made copy.
Creative finishes
French nails can be adapted far beyond a natural base and white tip. Choose classic white, micro, deep, coloured, glitter, double, reverse, side or mismatched French tips.
The width and curve are adjusted to complement your nail shape.
Magnetic gel polish creates a reflective, light-shifting effect that changes as the nails move. Wear it across a full set or combine it with French tips, dark bases and accent nails.
Book cat-eye as an additional service with a compatible manicure or enhancement.
Small details can transform a manicure. Options include chrome, glitter accents, dots, fine lines, hearts, stars, flowers, subtle swirls, metallic details and tonal patterns.
These designs generally sit within the lower tiers, depending on the number of nails and techniques.
Create an individual set with several colours, techniques, patterns or textures. Advanced art can include different designs on each finger, layered elements, rhinestones and sculpted details.
Send reference images before your appointment so the team can confirm the right tier and booking duration.
Custom designs can be created for weddings, birthdays, holidays, festivals, graduations, Christmas, New Year, Valentine’s Day, Halloween, professional events and photo shoots.
For an important date, book early and allow the full appointment time for detailed finishing.
Nail art is an add-on to a compatible base treatment. Start with a gel manicure, BIAB overlay or extension set, and include professional removal if product is already on your nails.
Book the right time
Nail art is organised into five levels based on the number of designed nails, detail, colours, mixed techniques and dimensional elements.
These tiers are a guide. Send your ideas by Instagram or email before your appointment so the salon can confirm the correct option.
Before your visit
Some designs look different on short and long nails. Be open to adjustments that preserve the character of your inspiration while making it work beautifully for you.
Protect the details
Longevity varies according to the base treatment, design, nail growth and daily activities.
Good to know
Everything you need before booking custom nail art.
Yes. Nail art is additional to the base manicure, BIAB or extension service. Select the appropriate art tier or effect when booking.
Send your inspiration to the salon before the appointment. The team can assess the number of designed nails, techniques and detail and guide you to the correct tier.
Reference images communicate your preferred style, but hand-painted art will be interpreted and adapted to your nail shape, length and available time.
Yes. Minimal designs, micro French tips, dots, lines and small accents work beautifully on shorter nails. Detailed images may need simplification.
Yes, subject to the base and art services selected. Book both together so enough time is reserved.
Add the correct removal service if the existing product needs to come off before the new design.