Easy Nail Ideas With Press On Nails At Home
Many people love nice nails but do not have time or money for the salon
Press on nails are a simple way to get pretty nails at home
In a small apartment you do not need many tools
just a few good items and a bit of time
In this post you will see
how to make press on nails last longer
and a few easy nail style ideas you can try
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Step one
- Get your nails ready
- Before you put any press on nails on
- you must prepare your own nails
- Clean your hands with soap and water
- Dry them very well
Then
- gently push back your cuticles with a cuticle pusher
- lightly file the top of each nail so the surface is a little rough
- wipe each nail with an alcohol pad or a little cotton and alcohol
- This removes oil and dust
- and helps the glue hold much better
- You can find small nail prep kits on Amazon
- with a file cuticle pusher and wipes
- Here you can add your Amazon link for a nail prep kit
Step two
Use a strong nail glue
- The secret to long lasting press on nails is good glue
- A simple clear glue can work
- but many break off after one or two days
- A super strong brush on glue like
Super Strong Nail Glue for Press On Nails by NYK1 NailBond
is made to hold press on nails tips and acrylics for longer
It is easy to use
- You open the bottle
- brush a thin layer on your natural nail
- and also a small amount inside the press on nail
- Then press and hold for about ten to fifteen seconds
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- Try not to use too much glue
- Too much can flood the sides
- Too little will not hold
- A thin even layer is best
Nail idea one
Soft everyday nails
- For daily life
- work or school
- a simple soft color always looks nice
Choose press on nails in
- light pink
- light beige
- soft milky white
They match many outfits and look clean and simple
Use short or medium length and a natural shape like square or round
This is easy to type and do home chores with
soft color press on nail sets from Amazon here
Nail idea two
French tip nails
- French tip nails are a classic style
- They have a clear or light base and a white tip
- You can buy ready made french press on sets
- just glue them on with your strong glue
They look good for
- work
- parties
- family events
- If you want a small twist
- look for french sets with
- soft pink tips
- gold tips
- or thin glitter line on the tip
for a french tip press on set here
Nail idea three
Accent finger glitter
If you do not want full glitter on all nails
you can try accent nails
- Put simple plain press on nails on all fingers
- Then choose one or two nails on each hand
- often the ring finger
- and use a glitter or shiny press on only on that finger
This looks fun but not too loud
You can mix
plain pink nails with silver glitter accent
or
plain white nails with rose gold accent
A simple glitter accent set here
Nail idea four
Short office nails
Some people work in offices where long nails do not feel right
You can still use press on nails
just choose short length and simple colors
- Light brown
- grey
- soft mauve
- or clear with a tiny design
Short press on nails are also easier to type with
and less likely to break
short office friendly press on set here
Nail idea five
- Special days and Eid nails
- For special days
- Eid
- weddings
- or parties
- you can play a bit more with color
Try
soft gold shimmer sets
neutral nails with tiny stones or simple design
deep red or dark green for Eid with simple detail
- If your outfit has strong color
- keep nails simple
- If your outfit is plain
- you can choose nails with more design
Two special event press on sets here
How to make press on nails last longer
Here are simple tips to help your nails stay on longer
do not soak your hands in water for at least one hour after you put the nails on
- wear simple rubber gloves when you wash dishes
- avoid using your nails to open cans and boxes
- use your fingers or a tool instead
- if one nail lifts a little at the side
- add a tiny bit of glue under the edge and press again
- do this before it fully comes off
- if you plan to keep nails on for more than five to seven days
- watch the area near the cuticle
- If water gets under the nail
- it is better to remove and redo with clean glue
- Removing press on nails gently
- Do not rip them off
- This can damage your real nails
Instead
put a little oil under the nail edge and let it soak
or
soak your nails in warm soapy water for a few minutes
- Gently wiggle the press on nail from side to side
- When it feels loose
- ou can slowly lift it off
Clean any extra glue from your natural nail with a buffer
and give your nails a break with some oil or cream
You do not need a big salon or a lot of money to enjoy pretty nails
With a little prep a good press on nail set and strong nail glue you can create many different looks right at home
Start simple
take your time
and try one or two of the nail ideas from this post
As you practice it will become quicker and easier
Soon you will know which shapes and colors you love most
If you would like to try the same type of glue and press on nails I use
you can find the Amazon links in this post
Thank you for reading
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