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WTF ARE PRESS-ONS?
Our Press-on Mani Kits are your new beauty routine bestie 👭 They're pre-designed acrylics that give you a salon-like manicure at home in just 10 minutes. No UV/LED lights, messy polish or nail art skills required.
WHY PRESS-ONS?
We're glad you asked xx
1. Get your mani in minutes
Bye-bye stressful 2 hour salon appointments, hello 10 minute easy manicures!
2. Choose between short and long term wear
Use our sticky tabs for up to 5 day wear or special occasions, or our liquid glue for up to 3 weeks. Our kits come with both so the choice is yours!
3. Never get bored of your nails again
If you're like us and get bored of your nails after 3 days then our press-ons will change your life! Using our sticky tabs, you can change your your nails every few days to match any mood or outfit 💘
4. Save $$$
We love a budgeting queen. Our kits are just a fraction of the cost of getting salon acrylics AND they're reusable. Win win 😍
5. No more damaged nails
With proper use, press-ons are so much less damaging than salon acrylics because they don't need the drills and chemicals you find at salons. Bye bye thin, crusty nails 👋
HOW DO PRESS-ONS WORK?
Our press-ons work by simply being glued to your natural nail. Our kits include a temporary glue (sticky tabs) which last up to 5 days and a brush-on liquid glue which last up to 2+ weeks!
For full instructions on application, removal and reusing your nails, click here.
HOW DO I KNOW THE NAILS WILL FIT ME?
All of our kits include between 12-15 sizes to ensure you can find your perfect fit 💖 We've found that our kits typically fit a wide range of nail bed sizes and types.
If you're concerned about the fit of our press-ons, simply DM us on socials (@shop.nailme) or use the chat box at the bottom of this website.
DO PRESS-ONS DAMAGE MY NATURAL NAILS?
Absolutely not! This is one of the reasons we LIVE by press-ons nails over gel and acrylic manicures 🤩 With proper removal and care, your natural nails will remain healthy and strong under your press-ons. For removal instructions and tips, click here.
WHAT IF I WANT A DIFFERENT SHAPE OR LENGTH?
If you've found a style you love but prefer a shorter length or different shape, you can easily customise our press-ons to however you like.
Once you've applied your nails, simply use a regular nail trimmer and the included nail file in your kit to shorten or reshape your set 💅
WHY ARE MY PRESS-ONS POPPING OFF EARLY?
The key to long-lasting press-ons is in the prep! Here are our key tips to ensuring the most wear out of your setL
1. Lightly buff your natural nails before applying. This gives your nail texture to help the glue stick to your nail.
2. No oils or moisturisers during prep! This will stop the glue from sticking. Make sure you use the included alcohol wipe to remove residue oils from your nails.
3. File the edges of your press-on if it's too big. If the press-on is larger than your natural nail it's more likely to pop off early.
4. Apply the press-on from the cuticle at a 45 degree angle. Starting from the cuticle at an angle minimises the risk of air bubbles under your press-ons, which can cause your nails to lift early if you don't get rid of them.
5. Hold down for 15-20 seconds. Always hold down your nails to make sure the glue properly sets!
For full instructions and application tips, click here.