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Here’s how you can flaunt your Press on nails longer than you can imagine!

Obsessed with Press on nails? We are too! And who wouldn’t be? These tiny little pieces of art make an amazing style statement and they are super easy to get done for any occasion and any season. In just 10 minutes, we get a hassle-free 3D finish in a single-step process. And guess what? These little pieces of fashion can be reused multiple times!

Ever gotten annoyed by how these artificial stick on nails fall off in a few days? You are not alone my friend. Press on nails do have a tendency to fall off due to various cases. But we’ve got you covered! Here are the tips that can preserve the beauty on your fingertips from falling. Be it showering or can opening, artificial nails when handled the right way, last longer than usual.

So here is all the tea you need to have your press on nails last longer.

Clean, prep & press - the holy trinity!

Oil and excess moisture on your natural nails hinder the glue’s hold on both ends. Clean your natural nails with alcohol pads before sticking the press on nails. This makes the adhesive stick more firmly to your luxury stick on nails.

For a long lasting press on nails, wipe your natural nails with a swab of acetone. The process also removes dust and other particles that would affect the long-term adhesive nature of your glue. 

Buff it off!

Admit it, we all skip this step when it comes to press-on nails. Here’s why buffing your nails is important for your stick on nails to stay on longer. 

There is both obvious and subtle unevenness on nail surfaces, which may create air pockets and weaken the glue’s hold. Hence, it is necessary to even out the nail surfaces before applying the press on nails. 

Buff your natural nails evenly before applying your press-ons. This gives the press on nails an evenly smooth surface to adhere to. This process makes the fake nails last much longer than the ones that were applied without buffing. 

Cuticles on the go!

Another hurdle between your glue and your cute press on nails are your cuticles. Cuticles are the skin layer at the corners of your nails. These cuticles, if not tended properly, will affect the bonding of the glue with your natural nails. Use a cuticle pusher to push and shape your nail cuticles upwards, creating a proper bed for your press on nails to sit on.

A strong glue for the strong you.

You never know how far a strong glue can go.  A good quality nail glue is a must-have for press on nails. Make sure you get a sufficiently adhesive glue that holds better for your lifestyle. 

If you have bought your stick on nails online they often come with their own glue that is sufficient adherence for a normal lifestyle, but make sure you do not take up harsh tasks that apply stress to your nails.

One of the common mistakes people make while applying press on nails is that they apply an excess amount of glue that it floods the cuticles or they do not apply a sufficient amount of glue for the nail to hold up. Not too much, not too little, ensure you apply enough glue that dries firm enough to adhere the nail to the acrylic nail perfectly.

Style it your size!

Your nail size can make or break your mani. Quite literally. Using press on nails that are smaller than your natural nail size will leave a gap for air and moisture to seep into your glue easily. Similarly, using a bigger press on nail will cradle the fake nail on the skin, creating a gap between the natural nail and the fake nail. This will make the glue more prone to lifting off. 

If your press on nails are bigger than your nail bed, use a nail filer to file them to your right size.

Shorter the nail, the longer the stay.

Short artificial nails are cute and also the best for a long lasting nail. Here’s why, long stick on nails, especially the glitter stick on nails, have more area for tension and stress to act on them to weaken the glue quickly. This is not the case for short nails. Short stick on nails are more durable and do last longer for essentially all lifestyles. You can still mix and match with other small stick on nails and accessorise to make it up to your style quotient.

Soak less to stay long.

Wash your hands, but not until it washes away your nail tips. In an average lifestyle, press on nails do last longer. Still, it is necessary to minimize their contact with water. Remember, natural nails do absorb water and expand. This would disturb the glue and weaken the adhesion. Make sure you have given enough time for your fake nails to dry and reduce their contact with water. 

A good quality glue can handle water contact in the shower and such basic activities. But make sure you use rubber gloves while doing the dishes, etc. to keep excess water contact at bay.

Follow these tips and you will achieve a beautiful mani with long-lasting press on nails. Now you can get the perfect manicure at home within minutes. After all, the best nails are the ones that let you flaunt them longer.

These amazing artificial nails make stunning statement pieces that accentuate your daily look with vibrant colors, beautiful shapes, and incredible textures and patterns. If you ask us the best place to buy luxury press on nails, we’d recommend for an amazing manicure experience. They are affordable, fashionable, and simple to use. Flaunt them to express your fashion language!