7 Halloween Press-On Nails to Complete Your Costume

Updated on 10/4/2023 at 2:25 PM

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There's nothing like the thrill of hunting for a Halloween costume. Every year, there are a plethora of ideas to browse through, from spooky to pop-culture-inspired looks, and countless hair and makeup ideas to consider — not to mention fun nail-art ideas. Getting a Halloween nail design done to match your costume is the perfect way to add a little spice to your look and get in the holiday spirit. Not great at doing your own manicure? No problem, thanks to the best Halloween press-on nails. Getting an eye-catching, intricate manicure is easy with prepainted tips.

Whether you have decided to go as a doll from the hit film "Barbie" or are simply wearing an orange sweater and claiming you're a pumpkin, press-on nails make your costume better in a flash without spending a ton of money. The extensions come in a variety of nail shapes and can add length to your natural nails or simply give your fingers a more uniform look.

The costume possibilities are endless with a quick trip to your local drugstore or beauty retailer. See for yourself ahead, and shop the best Halloween press-on nails. These kits have everything you could need to complete your glam. (An added bonus? There's virtually no dry time.)

— Additional reporting by Jessica Harrington

Best Glow-in-the-Dark Halloween Press-On Nails

Dashing Diva Enchanted Night Press-On Nails ($9)

We love the mismatched nail-art designs on the Dashing Diva Enchanted Night Press-On Nails but what really makes this set special is how it glows in the dark. At night, the bat illustrations will look like they're taking flight in an eerie sky. The set comes with 30 nails that can be applied with the peel-and-stick tabs attached to the back of each tip.

Best Bloody Halloween Press-On Nails

Olive & June Press Almond Medium Vampire French ($10)

Blood-dripping nails have never looked so chic. These Vampire French set from Olive & June features a sheer base with metallic tips on each finger. Some of the fingers have a simple smile line while others are dripping in blood. The set comes with 42 nails and a tube of nail glue to attach them.

Best Red Halloween Press-On Nails

Kiss Gel Fantasy Sculpted Goblin'It Up Halloween Press-On Nails ($9)

Not only are the Kiss Gel Fantasy Sculpted Goblin'It Up Halloween Press-On Nails the perfect shade of red for Halloween, but they're in a fun coffin shape. The set comes with 28 nails and a tube of nail glue to attach them.

Best Pumpkin-Inspired Halloween Press-On Nails

Glamnetic Press-On Nails in Maple Glaze ($15)

If you're not into over-the-top or themed nail art, you can't go wrong with a simple orange manicure. The Glamnetic Press-On Nails in Maple Glaze are pumpkin-inspired in a subtle way that makes them great for Halloween and beyond. The set comes with 30 nails and a tube of nail glue to attach them.

Best Halloween Press-On Nails With Ghosts

Kiss ImPRESS Goosebumps Halloween Press-On Nails ($10)

The Kiss ImPRESS Goosebumps Halloween Press-On Nails are so festive you won't even need a costume to get into the spooky spirit. The designs range from tiny ghosts to all-black, glittery tips. The set comes with 30 nails that can be applied with the peel-and-stick tabs attached to the back of each tip.

Best Smoky Halloween Press-On Nails

Static Nails in Smoke Show ($18)

Your manicure will look like pure dark magic with the translucent design of Static Nails in Smoke Show. The set comes with 24 nails and a tube of nail glue to attach them.

Best Two-Toned Halloween Press-On Nails

Static Nails in Conjure ($20)

The long, pointed shape of the black and red Static Nails in Conjure is perfect for a wide variety of costumes, ranging from vampire queen to Elvira. The set comes with 24 nails and a tube of nail glue to attach them.