
Start with clean, dry hands
Wash your hands thoroughly with soap and warm water, then dry completely.
Skip for now: No lotion, hand cream or cuticle oil before application. Oils are the main reason press-ons lift early.
Prep, find your fit, press and go. A salon-worthy finish at home in about 15 minutes.
Sizing differs between collections. Check the size guide
Your best set starts with the right prep. Take a few extra minutes at the beginning for a cleaner fit and a stronger hold. Everything you need is already in your kit.

Wash your hands thoroughly with soap and warm water, then dry completely.
Skip for now: No lotion, hand cream or cuticle oil before application. Oils are the main reason press-ons lift early.

Remove any polish, then trim and file your nails to your preferred length. Gently push back the cuticles, lightly buff the surface, then wipe each nail with the alcohol wipe.
Why it matters: Prep is the difference between a few days and two weeks of wear.

Lay out all ten nails in order, thumb to little finger. Each press-on should sit edge to edge across your nail without touching skin or cuticles.
Between sizes? Choose the larger size and file the sides for a precise fit. Sizing differs between collections, so check the size guide.

Glue, for up to 14 days of wear: brush a thin layer onto your natural nail and a small dot on the back of the press-on, keeping it away from the cuticle.
Tabs, for 1 to 3 days: press the correct size tab onto your natural nail, then peel away the top film.

Place the press-on just above the cuticle, lower it into position, then press firmly from the centre out to the edges. Hold 30 to 60 seconds with glue, 20 to 30 seconds with tabs.
Avoid: Sliding or repositioning the nail once it touches the adhesive. Firm, even pressure pushes out any air bubbles.

Repeat on every nail, then keep your hands dry and free of oils and lotions for at least one hour. Avoid heavy tasks or soaking your hands for the first few hours.
Best trick: Apply the night before your event, not the morning of.
These small habits make your manicure look cleaner and help every set reach its full two weeks.
Never peel or force your press-ons. A slow, gentle soak protects your natural nails and keeps your set ready for its next wear.
With the right prep and care, your press-ons look and feel like a salon set.