How to Rock Press on Nails
Getting your nails done can be a magical time. And the end product is always the goal. Looking at your beautifully done fresh set of nails makes even holding your coffee cup a beautiful work of art.
But a trip to the salon can be a hassle. It’s time-consuming, pricey, and with today’s extra health measures, it can easily become an ordeal. Unfortunately, when your schedule is packed and your budget is tight, your salon visits are frequently the first thing to go. Enter: press on nails. Your new hero. A hassle-free, time-conservative and budget-friendly way to liven up your nails right from home. Here’s a complete how-to guide for venturing out into the wonderful world of press on nails.
Why They’re Better
Press on nails have a lot going for them, but let’s get into the specifics of why we think they’re even better than the traditional acrylics you would get at the salon.
The Price
Buying a pair of quality press on nails can save you literally hundreds compared to your bimonthly salon trips. One pair costs just between $10-$20, and with proper care, they can last up to two weeks. Plus, if you’re careful with them (and they’re high-quality), you can reuse them once that two weeks is up. This means you can buy multiple different sets and switch them out, for a fraction of the price of a trip to the salon.
The Quality
Back in the day (like, just a decade ago), press on nails were kind of flimsy and cheap-looking. But technology has come a long way since then, and so has the quality of press on nails. They have the look and feel of a good set of acrylics. They’re also now available in all sorts of colors, cuts and designs, so you’re sure to find the perfect look for you.
How to Wear Them
Now we know why they’re the best, but how do you put them on? And once you do, how should you wear them? Keep reading to find out everything you need to know.
Easy Application
There are a few different application methods when it comes to press on nails, but all of them are pretty simple and don’t require any previous experience (like those at-home manicure sets, because you might not have time for that).
With some sets, they come with adhesive already on the nails themselves, so application is literally as easy as pressing the fake nail onto your natural nail.
With others, all it takes is another adhesive, which sometimes even comes with the set you purchase. The most common among these is a super easy-to-apply glue, which you paint on your nail just like you would a clear nail polish. Then, you just stick the nail to it and apply pressure, creating a strong bond.
Alternatives to traditional nail clue include using double-sided tape or a press on nail that is specially formulated to stick to regular clear nail polish, which can save your nails from any damage.
How to Style Them
Start by choosing the cut you want. Would you like a traditional coffin cut nail? Or would you prefer an oval or pointy nail style? Any nail cut you could get in the salon will have an option available in a press on form.
From there, do you want glossy or matte? You can find press on nails in any and all colors, so if a solid color mani is what you want, they got it.
Do you want any fun patterns or designs? You can pick a press on nail for any holiday, season or special occasion.
If you can dream it, press on nails can make it happen.
