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Baby, we have manicures at home!!
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Leslie | Practical Wifey
Baby, we are absolutely doing our nails at home. 💅 This list is for the girls who want cute, put-together nails without booking an appointment, sitting in a salon for two hours, or spending way too much money. Inside you’ll find my favorite at-home ...
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Press-On Nails (Salon Look, Zero Appointment)
 
Nail Prep = The Difference
 
Polishes That Don't Disappoint

Press-On Nails (Salon Look, Zero Appointment)

These are my go-to press-on nails for when I want my hands to look done without booking an appointment, sitting in a salon, or spending salon money. Think short, natural, and actually believable — not bulky, not flashy, not obviously fake. Perfect fo...

 
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My fastest trick for having my nails done -- imPRESS! They really are a quick application and you don't have to fuss with a bottle of glue.
KISS Products imPRESS Press-On Manicure Fake Nails - Model - 33ct
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Cute patterns and actually gives imPRESS a run for their money!! I felt like these were less damaging!
Olive & June Super Stick Press On Nails
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I haven't gone in for a pedicure since I discovered imPRESS' no glue toenails! Life changing, especially if my toes have to play peek-a-boo in the winter time lol.
KISS imPRESS No Glue Hot Pink Toenails 30 Pcs
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I just HAD TO add this -- for your mini! <3
imPRESS Press-On Manicure Mini Press-On Nails for Kids - Super Duper - 21ct
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Okay, this one does require glue, but it is included. I love the extra extra short versions!
Olive & June Press-On Fake Nails - Extra Extra Short Round TT - 42ct
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Nail Prep = The Difference

I used to think my nails just “didn’t last”… turns out I was skipping prep 🫠 These are the unglamorous but very important tools that make press-ons, gel, and regular polish actually stay put. Cuticle care, nail prep, clean-up tools — the stuff that ...

 
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I'm embarrassed I didn't own a pair of cuticle clippers until my late 20's. Now I rarely leave home without these in case of a hangnail emergency.
Trim Cuticle Nipper
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Speaking of cuticles... keep your nails HYDRATED and NOURISHED with some cutie oil. Budget friendly and actually makes a difference.
L.A. Girl Cuticle Treatment Oil - 0.47 fl oz
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This says "toe pusher", but I've definitely used on my fingers, too!
Olive & June Toe Pusher
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Polishes That Don't Disappoint

These are my tried-and-true nail polish favorites — the ones I reach for over and over because they actually work. Quick-dry polishes for days I’m in a rush, long-lasting formulas for when I want my mani to stick around, and a builder gel set for whe...

 
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I never saw the hype in essie products until I tried their "expressie" polishes. It really does dry QUICK!
essie expressie Quick-Dry Nail Polish - 10 Second Hand, First Love - 0.33 fl oz
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Let me tell ya, Olive + June know their nail products! Another great polish option for your collection.
Olive & June Long Lasting Nail Polish, ES, 0.46 fl oz
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If you're really concerned about nail health you'll want to look in to builder gel. This is the perfect starter kit - it comes with everything you need!
Olive & June Builder Gel Starter Kit - 0.46 fl oz
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