Press On Nails for Photoshoot

Applying your custom press-ons.

Have you just received your custom press-ons and are ready to wear them? Follow our guide on how to best adhere your nails!

1 - Preparation

Step 1: Start with clean & dry nails. Remove any previous nail polish or nail enhancement otherwise this may compromise the longevity of your press-on nails.

Step 2: If your natural nails are long, cut and file them to a shorter shape. This ensures that you won't see your natural nails when wearing your press-on. 

Step 3: Gently push back your cuticles with the wooden cuticle stick

Step 4: Lightly buff the surface of your nail plate with the buffer to remove the nail's natural shine.

Step 5: Remove dust, oils & debris from your nails by wiping the surface with an alcohol wipe (ensure you do not touch anything once this step has been done).

 

2. - Application

Sticky tabs (short term) Nail glue (for longevity)

Step 1. Place the sticky tab sheet over your nail to determine which tab fits your nail the best (covering the entire surface).

Step 2. Peel off the correct individual tab and apply it to your nail (ensure it is flush). Once applied, remove the protective backing

Step 2.5 *OPTIONAL*. Use a hair dryer to heat up the tab for 10-15 seconds)

Step 3. Aligning the press-on at your cuticle area at a 45-degree angle at the cuticle area. Press down evenly on the centre of the nail to apply.

Step 4. Press down firmly and hold in place for 30-90 seconds, allowing the glue to set

Step 1. Apply a drop of nail glue onto your natural nail plate & a drop onto the press-on nail

Step 2. Aligning the press-on at your cuticle area at a 45-degree angle at the cuticle area. Press down evenly on the centre of the nail to apply.

Step 3. Press down firmly and hold in place for 30-90 seconds, allowing the glue to set

 

It is recommended that you avoid contact with water for up to 3 hours after adhering your press ons for best retention! 


If you need any more help or have further enquires, feel free to get in contact!

Email: nailsbyparisaus@gmail.com

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