🛠️ WHAT YOU’LL NEED

• Press-on nail set
• Nail glue or adhesive tabs (depending on preference)
• Nail file & buffer
• Cuticle pusher
• Alcohol wipes or rubbing alcohol
• Nail clippers (if needed)
• Optional: Top coat (for shine & extra seal)

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✅ HOW TO INSTALL PRESS-ON NAILS (PERFECTLY)

🔹 STEP 1: Prep Your Natural Nails

1. Wash your hands and remove any old polish or oils.
2. Push back your cuticles gently using a cuticle pusher.
3. Trim & file your nails so they’re short and even.
4. Buff the surface of your nails lightly — this helps glue adhere better.
5. Wipe nails clean with alcohol to remove dust and oil (crucial for long wear!).

🔥 Pro Tip: Don’t skip the prep — it’s what makes them actually last.

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🔹 STEP 2: Choose the Right Sizes

1. Match each press-on to your natural nail — they should fit wall-to-wall (cuticle to sides).
2. File the press-on sides slightly if needed for a custom fit.
3. Lay them out in order so you’re ready to apply quickly.

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🔹 STEP 3: Apply Like a Pro

✅ If using nail glue:

1. Apply a thin layer of glue to both your natural nail and the press-on.
2. Press the nail on starting at the cuticle and roll forward to the tip.
3. Hold firmly for 30–60 seconds to lock it in place.

✅ If using adhesive tabs:

1. Peel and stick the tab to your natural nail, then remove the film.
2. Align the press-on and press down firmly for at least 30 seconds.

🕐 Tabs are best for short-term wear (1–3 days); glue lasts longer (7–14+ days).

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🔹 STEP 4: Finish & Seal

1. File or shape the press-ons slightly if needed.
2. Optionally, apply a clear top coat to seal edges and add shine.
3. Avoid water, lotions, or oils for the first hour to let everything set.

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🧼 How to Make Them Last Longer

• Avoid soaking your hands in water for long periods (use gloves for dishes).
• Apply extra glue to the tips if they lift slightly later on.
• Keep a mini nail glue in your bag for emergency touch-ups.

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❌ Common Mistakes to Avoid

• Skipping the buffing/alcohol wipe step
• Using too much glue (causes bubbles or messy overflow)
• Not holding the nail long enough after applying
• Picking at the press-ons or using them like tools (bad idea!)