Bring Balance to Your Life With 23 Amazing Yin-Yang Nail Art Designs

Step up your manicure game with these trending nail art ideas for 2023.

It's always fun to get your nails done, but especially gratifying in the winter when bright colors, bold prints and unique styles make a dramatic impact. And what's been a super popular manicure request these days? Yin-yang nails. (If you used to call them "ying-yang nails" at least now you know!)

Yin and yang is a Chinese philosophy that "pairs of equal opposites attract and complement each other." According to WorldHistory.org, "As the Yin and Yang symbol illustrates, each side has at its core an element of the other (represented by the small dots). Neither pole is superior to the other and, as an increase in one brings a corresponding decrease in the other, a correct balance between the two poles must be reached in order to achieve harmony."

And for those of us looking for a little more harmony in our day-to-day, it's nice to know it can be right there at our fingertips!

We have simple, minimalist approaches to this yin-yang nail art trend, as well as loud and eye-catching beautiful yin-yang nail designs that will be sure to inspire your very own trip to the salon.

Get ready to book your manicurist ASAP and feel much more balanced in your life and on your fingernails—check out these nail art ideas for 2023!

23 Best Yin-Yang Nail Design Ideas

Natural Beauties

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@nailsbyash____ shows that this style can look so sophisticated with soft-hued polish.

Terrific Tips

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These yin-yang nails by @nails.by.moet have us dying to try the yin-yang nail trend!

Happy Style

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No black and white here—we love how bright and cheery these nails are from @cherrybomb.nashville!

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Minimalist Manicure

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Simple, yet super chic, @dahkartistry makes it clear how yin-yang designs stand out all on their own.

Marvelous Mix of Patterns

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Talk about fun—these nails by @killerbeenailss have so much personality!

Pretty in Purple

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We're loving the lavender from Lauren Bernal of @ImagineTheseNails in this stunning yin and yang manicure.

Bedazzled Look

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This featured yin-yang nail style from @gorgeous.nails.by.georgina stands out beside the pretty pastels.

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Trendy Takeover

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With black and white gel paint, @sonailz_ has taken the #yinyangnails trend to the next level!

Sleek and Stylish

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@sonailz_ has us dreaming of yin yang nail designs with this cute manicure.

Pastel Power

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Want to rock the trend with dreaming-of-summer colors? Get inspired by @sstardust_nails!

Fresh and Funky

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Play around with the hues for extra unique yin and yang fingernails like @nails_bystaceylouise has done with green, black and red.

Gorgeous Greens

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This colorful yin yang nail art from @nails_by_snow_christine definitely has us feeling balanced!

Monochrome Moment

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@lashedupbyariel makes a case for classic yin and yang nail designs.

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Sweet Style

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This manicure from @hels.gels has us feeling the blues in the best way!

Yin-Yang Fingertips

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These natural yin-yang nails from @sophiescutenails sure are cool for the winter.

We're Lovin' It

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When it comes to these nails, @nailsatsapphire has put the art in heart!

Darling Design

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@nailed_by_shelley features not only a pop of color, but a pop of prints as well.

Psychedelic Style

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These matte yin-yang nails by @mettedamgaardpedersen have gorgeous gradient designs.

Long and Elegant

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Playing on the "balance" theme, @kuticlequeen also added bursts of light to these stunning yin-yang nails.

Edgy Design

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This flame-inspired yin-yang style by @theeenailangel is so cool and creative! 

On-Trend Combos

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@nailsxcyndee has inspired us to go all in on black and white designs.

Go for the Green

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These haute nails from @reireishnailart are ideal for showing off in all seasons.

The Perfect Match

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Yin yang symbols in heart shapes? Count us in @_nailbay—this is a match made in heaven!

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