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Tired of breaking the bank at the nail salon?💅🏽
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items If this is you, check out my list of my favorite press on products. My nails last me 3 weeks with my perfected technique! My notes under each product provide tips on how to make your press ons last.🥰
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Press On Nails
Nail Glues
Tools
Extras
Press On Nails
These almond press ons were so cute! I reshaped them to a slight stiletto vibe & loved them! No top coat needed! (I love it when I can skip a step🤭)
Glam Embellished Medium Almond Press On Nails, Fairy ...
These are my fave “everyday” nails…something about French is just so chic to me🥰
Beetles Press On Nails: 150 Pcs Pink Short Square French Tips, 4 in 1 Nail Tips Gel Nail, Pre-Applied Primer & Base Coat, No File Need DIY Manicure for Nail Extension.
When I want to switch up from my usual square shape, these almond shaped press ons are my go to! I usually file the tips a little to give more of an almond/stiletto shape.
Beetles French Tip Press On Nails, Short Almond Pink, 224pcs for DIY Manicure and Nail Art
These chrome press ons were absolutely stunning on! So many people complimented me on my nails & no one could tell they were press ons!
Totally Metallic! xPRESS/ON Special Effect Press On Nails - OPI | Ulta Beauty
Now I know this seems crazy, but your wallet will thank me!😂My press on toe nails also last me 3 weeks & you can’t even tell the difference!
Beetles X Press French Tip Press On Toenails, Glossy Pink Short Square, 150pcs for DIY Pedicure and Toe Nail Art
Nail Glues
This semi-solid nail glue is perfect for my girlies with flat nail beds. Since it’s semi-solid, it will fill in the space between your flat nail beds and the curved press on nails.
Fast Bond Nail Glue for Full Cover Nails
One of the best glues! The brush on applicator makes application easy with less mess. Just be sure to be generous when applying.
Brush-On Nail Glue - Glamnetic | Ulta Beauty
This is another great semi-solid nail glue for my girls with flat nail beds.
Curvlife Super Strong Nail Glue 15g for Press On Nails - Quick Drying, Semi Solid, Long Lasting, No UV Light Needed
These sticky tabs are another great product to use for lasting press ons. Simply apply them to your nail beds after you’ve prepped your nails then apply the glue on top and then apply your press ons.
SXRC Double Side Glue Nail Sticker, 1 Sheet (24 Pcs) Waterproof Breathable False Nail Tips, Jelly Adhesive Tabs
Tools
I absolutely LOVE this drill! The price was very inexpensive and the cordless feature is just a bonus!
COSLUS CX20 Electric Nail Drill File,Professional All-in-One Kit with 6 Bits & Sanding Bands,for Acrylic Gel & Dip Nails,Ideal for Beginners
This set makes filing so much easier with all of the changeable bits. I love to use the cuticle bit to file my cuticles after applying the cuticle remover oil to remove any residual skin.
MelodySusie 10pcs Nail Drill Bits Set, 3/32 Inch Diamond Cuticle Nail Bits Kit for Nail E-File
I use this cuticle pusher to push my cuticles back before applying my press ons.
Dual Ended Manicure Cuticle Pusher - ULTA Beauty Collection | Ulta Beauty
Extras
Simply apply to the edges of your nails, wait a few minutes then your nails will slide right off 🥰
Press-On Nail Remover - Glamnetic | Ulta Beauty
After about a week or 2 when my nails start to grow out, I apply this to my cuticle area to fill the space, then apply a gel topcoat to give me another week of wear before removing.
modelones Builder Nail Gel, Clear Builder with Detachable Liner Nail Brush
I always apply this foundation and top coat after applying my press on nails so the French tip doesn’t chip or fade as the weeks go on. Some press ons don’t need a topcoat, but the Beetles brand does.
Beetles No Wipe Base and Top Coat Set, 2 Pcs, 15ml, Stay Lock Shine Duo
I always apply this to my cuticles before applying my press ons to remove as much as possible before filing.
Instant Cuticle Remover Oil - Sally Hansen | Ulta Beauty
I use this 100% acetone to help my press ons last 3 weeks by applying to both my natural nail as a dehydrator to remove any access oil AND to the press on nails. This allows the press ons to “melt” onto your natural nail.
ONYX Professional 100% Acetone* Nail Polish Remover 16 fl oz