Have you ever wondered how to make your press-on nails last longer? This article will delve into the detailed process of using different adhesives for press-on nails, along with essential tips and precautions. Whether you're a nail art novice or a seasoned pro, you'll find valuable insights to help you achieve long-lasting and stunning manicures.

(Note: It is very important to choose nail tips suitable for your nail size and shape, as this will also affect the fit of the nail tips when you wear them later.

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How to Apply Press-On Nails with Adhesive Tabs

Materials Needed:

• Gel Adhesive
• Wooden stick
• Nail file
• Alcohol prep pad

Steps:

1. Clean Your Nails: Wash your hands thoroughly with warm, soapy water and dry completely.

2. Prep Your Nails: Gently buff the surface of your natural nails with a nail file, focusing on the edges. This creates a rough surface for better adhesion. For thin or rough nails, buff all four sides. Avoid leaving your natural nails too long.

3. Push-Back Cuticles: Gently push back your cuticles with a wooden stick. To make them cleaner, you can trim them with cuticle nippers.

4. Clean the Nail Surface: Wipe your nails with an alcohol prep pad to remove oils or dirt.

5. Apply Gel Adhesive: Take a sheet of gel adhesive and wrap it around your finger. Trim the excess, ensuring it's neither too big nor too small. Position the adhesive 1mm from your cuticle and press down gently, avoiding touching the adhesive surface. Smooth out any air bubbles with your finger. Peel off the top sheet.

6. Apply the Nail Tip: Hold the nail tip at a 45-degree angle about 1mm from your cuticle. Gently slide it onto your nail and press down firmly. Press around the edges to ensure a secure bond. Hold for 30 seconds.

7. Repeat for Remaining Nails: Repeat the process for your other nails, leaving your thumbs and index fingers for last.

Avoid Water: Do not get your nails wet for at least 3 hours. For optimal wear, apply press-on nails before bed.

Tips for Longer Wear:

• Keep your nails dry.
• Avoid soaking your nails in water for extended periods.
• Be gentle with your nails to prevent lifting.

(Note: These steps provide a general guide. Specific techniques may vary depending on the brand of press-on nails and gel adhesive. Always follow the instructions provided by the manufacturer.)

 

Easy Steps to Remove Press-on Nails with Gel Adhesive

To remove your press-on nails without damaging your natural nails, follow these simple steps:

1. Loosen the Seal:Using the flat end of a wooden stick, carefully pry up the side of the press-on nail to create a small gap between the nail and your natural nail.
2. Soak in Warm Water:Fill a bowl with warm water and soak the nail with the loosened edge in the water for about 20 seconds. This softens the gel adhesive, making it easier to remove.
3. Slide and Remove:Slide the wooden stick along the gap between the nail and your natural nail to loosen the adhesive further. Repeat the soaking and sliding process until the entire press-on nail can be easily removed.
4. Clean Up Any Residue:Use the pointed end of the wooden stick to gently pick up any remaining gel adhesive from your natural nail. Roll the adhesive onto the stick to remove it cleanly.

With these steps, you can effortlessly remove your press-on nails, leaving your natural nails clean and ready for your next manicure. Your press-on nails can also be reused after cleaning.

How to Apply Press-On Nails with Nail Glue

The tools needed are glue, a small wooden stick, a rubbing strip, and an alcohol cotton pad.

Step 1: Wash your hands and keep them clean and grease-free, including skin care products and sweat. Grease will affect the subsequent firmness.

Step 2: Use a rubbing strip to gently polish the surface of the nails and use the nail shape to make the nail surface rough until there are no reflective spots

Step 3: Use a small wooden stick to gently push up the dead skin at the back edge of the nail

Step 4: Use alcoholic cotton pads to clean the grease on the nail surface

Step 5: Use scissors to cut the special glue for nail art. Be careful to avoid the eyes and skin when cutting the glue to prevent burns

Step 6: Select the corresponding nail piece and apply the glue evenly to the base of the nail piece. Be careful to apply the right amount of glue when applying; not too much

Step 7: Stick the nail piece from the base to the fingertip and press it tightly until it is firm

 

Nails Glue Removal Tutorial

The tools needed are glue remover, essential oil or makeup remover, warm water, and a small wooden stick.

Step 1: Add an appropriate amount of essential oil or makeup remover to warm water to dissolve, then soak your fingers in warm water for five minutes to soften the glue on the nails for subsequent removal

Step 2: Use a small wooden stick to gently lift the edge of the nail art, drip glue remover, and use a small wooden stick to loosen the nail piece slowly. Repeat the above operation until the nail piece is removed.

Special glue for nail art can provide stronger adhesion and better durability and can resist friction and washing in daily life.

How to Apply Press-On Nails with Solid Glue

The tools needed are solid glue, a nail lamp, a small wooden stick, a rubbing strip, and an alcohol cotton pad.

Step 1: Wash your hands with warm, soapy water and dry them

Step 2: Use a small wooden stick to push up the dead skin on the back edge of the nail until it is thoroughly cleaned. If conditions permit, you can trim the dead skin

Step 3: Use the rubbing strip to gently polish the nail surface, focusing on the edges and corners of the nails until there are no reflective spots on the nail surface

Step 4: Use alcoholic cotton pads to wipe the gaps on the nail surface

Step 5: Use the back edge of the nail piece to dig out an appropriate amount of solid glue, not more than 2/3 of the nail piece position, and pay attention to digging out as much solid glue as possible. Don't touch it with your hands

Step 6: Tilt the nail piece with glue at about 45° and place it halfway on the nail surface. Push it from front to back. When pushing, squeeze the solid glue to the fingertips. After going to the heel, press hard and adjust the position.

Step 6: Use a small wooden stick to scrape off the glue overflowing on the edge of the nail and wipe it gently with an alcoholic cotton pad

With UV LED nail Lamps, the nude color model can usually be lit for the 60s. The solid color model or the model with diamonds can extend the lighting time. You can also turn your fingers and light it with the gaps facing up to make the glue dry faster. Pay attention to evenly light each surface when baking to make the glue more solid. After drying, you can directly touch the water.

 

Solid Glue Nail Removal Process

The tools needed are alcohol, water, and a small wooden stick

Step 1: Mix alcohol and water in a ratio of 1:2 so that the worn nail will not turn white, nor will it affect the secondary use of the worn nail

Step 2: Use a small wooden stick to gently pry a gap from the side of the nail, spray a little water and alcohol solution into the gap, wait for 2 seconds, continue to slide the small wooden stick into the gap of the nail, spray the alcohol solution, repeat the above steps, and you can successfully remove the worn nail

Note: When removing the nail, if there is still a pulling feeling, do not tear off the nail violently; spray the solution. Wait for the water and alcohol to dissolve slowly

Step 3: Use a small wooden stick to gently roll the solid glue remaining on the nail or nail onto the small wooden stick. It will not hurt the nail, and the nail can be reused.

(Note: If alcohol is used directly when removing, the nail will turn white quickly. You can restore it with makeup remover, essential oil, nail polish, peanut oil, etc.)

This article mainly mentions the specific operation and precautions of using three different glue stickers to wear nails so that you can keep your nails beautiful while trying to avoid damage from glue and easily create beautiful nails at home.