20 Clear Base Nail Designs To Try

We know the phrase ‘clear nail polish’ doesn’t entice much excitement, but what we’re talking about is a whole different ball game. Say hello to the perfect blank canvas for all your nail art designs, the clear base. Go as minimal or as crazy as you like- the options are endless and the results are super cute.

Stuck on where to start or just need a little inspo? Luckily for you, we’ve rounded up 21 clear base nail designs, that we know you’re gonna be obsessed with. Get scrolling and screenshotting.

@abrowngirlrecommends

Feel free to go all out with a mix n match design like @abrowngirlrecommends. We’re obsessed.

@abrowngirlrecommends

When you can’t decide on just one design, this set from @abrowngirlrecommends is perfect.

@alexlouisenails_

Motifs are a must on a clear base. Make it monochrome like @alexlouisenails_ and you’re onto a winner.

@allnailss._

Summer vibes incoming! We are obsessed with this orange and pink abstract set from @allnailss._.

@amyguynailartist

Simple swirls are a great match for a clear base. Thanks for the inspo @amyguynailartist.

@anouknailedit

@anouknailedit is showing us how it’s done with this stunning chocolate checker board design. Obsessed.

@globeautysussex

Mix up your French mani with a clear base and some pastel colours. @globeautysussex has nailed it.

@hollidaygels

Keep things simple with a minimalist design. @hollidaygels understood the assignment.

@j3nnailedit

@j3nnailedit is showing us just how it’s done with this clear base, abstract design. 

@jess_nailedit_

If you’re a long nail lover, this set from @jess_nailedit_ looks like your kinda vibe. We’re in love.

@lindseysbeautylounge1

A sparkly cuff is the perfect way to amp up your clear base look. Thanks for the inspo @lindseysbeautylounge1.

@meraki_nails_cardiff

Keep your clear base look classy and chic like @meraki_nails_cardiff. Screenshotting ASAP.

@mimibyanastacia

Switch up your French tip and make it a cuff. @mimibyanastacia has nailed it.

@nailswhaaat

If it’s abstract and neon, best believe we’re gonna love it. @nailswhaaat has nailed this design.

@natural_nail_lounge

Paint some super sweet swirls onto a clear base to make them stand out even more. Thanks for the inspo @natural_nail_lounge.

@noellefuyunails

Get graphic like @noellefuyunails. We’re loving this minimalist design.

@paintedbyjools_

Simple but never boring, this design from @paintedbyjools_ is never going out of style. Obsessed.

@sweet.as.hell.nails

Inject some colour into your life with a design like this from @sweet.as.hell.nails. We’re obsessed.

@iramshelton

We’re always in the mood for a green mani, and this set from @iramshelton is right up our street. Obsessed.

@iramshelton

You can never go wrong with an abstract design on a clear base. Thanks for the inspo @iramshelton.