Poppin’ Press
Avoid water for 2 hours after application.
How to apply press-ons so they last up to two weeks
A well-applied press-on stays put for 10–14 days; a badly applied one floats off after two. The difference is almost always in the prep, not the glue.
Nail prep, the step that matters most
- 1Push your cuticles back with a wooden stick, gently, after a shower or soaking your hands.
- 2Lightly buff the nail surface. A few passes is enough, don't file the plate down.
- 3Degrease each nail with an alcohol wipe. After this, don't touch your nails with your fingers again.
Glue or adhesive tabs?
Glue
Lasts 7–14 days
A thin layer on the natural nail (not the tip). Press on from cuticle to free edge and hold for 30 seconds.
Adhesive tabs
Lasts 1–3 days
Perfect for a wedding, a shoot or a weekend. The set comes off cleanly and can be reused.
The first hours
Removing without damage
Soak your hands in warm soapy water for 10–15 minutes and gently lift the edge with a wooden stick. Never rip press-ons off dry. You'll take the top layer of your natural nail with them. Removed with care, my sets survive several applications. You can also use a special liquid to melt off the glue, use a peel-off base under the glue or put a thin layer or hybrid under the glue. This will make a more delicate removal and even better care for your natural nail plate.
