How to apply press-on nails

Take ten minutes to do it properly, and they last three weeks instead of three days. If you have not found your size yet, start with the size guide.

  1. Push back

    Gently push cuticles back with the wooden stick. Do not cut them.

  2. Buff

    Lightly buff the nail with the file until the shine is gone. That helps them hold.

  3. Clean with alcohol

    Wipe each nail with the alcohol prep pad from the kit to remove oil and dust.

  4. Glue

    Apply a small amount of glue.

  5. Place

    Position the press-on close to the cuticle.

  6. Hold

    Press it down firmly and hold for 30-60 seconds.

Without glue: adhesive tabs

If you want to avoid glue, or only need them for a weekend, use adhesive tabs after steps 1-3. Choose a tab in the right size, stick it onto your nail and peel off the film. Then apply the press-on and hold it for 30 seconds. With tabs they stay on for three to five days, and they are easier to take off again.

Keeping them on

  • Avoid water for the first two hours, so they can set.
  • Wear gloves when you clean or wash up. Water getting under the edge makes them come loose.
  • Never pull or force them off. Soak them in warm soapy water and gently ease them off.