How to Apply Press on Nails | Snaptips Step-by-Step Guide
Learn how to apply press on nails with Snaptips in 3 steps: Nailed it in 5 minutes.
![How to apply press on nails: 1. Buff your nails gently to enhance press-on adherence (Skip buffing if you have very thin nails); Clean your nails with alcohol and let dry](http://www.snaptips.shop/cdn/shop/files/preview_images/dca99dffec5e4b9a9dec3816a4c2662a.thumbnail.0000000000.jpg?v=1700377886&width=1280)
Step 1: Prep
- Buff your nails gently to enhance press-on adherence (Skip buffing if you have very thin nails)
- Clean your nails with alcohol and let dry
![How to apply press on nails: 2. Match and apply a properly sized sticky tab Flat nail beds; add an extra smaller sticky tab on top Align the press-on nail at a 45° angle and press it on firmly](http://www.snaptips.shop/cdn/shop/files/preview_images/239b250d648144dcb68c2fdfd70b1f99.thumbnail.0000000000.jpg?v=1700299311&width=1280)
Step 2: Snap
- Match and apply a properly sized sticky tab
Flat nail beds: add an extra smaller sticky tab on top - Align the press-on nail at a 45° angle and press it on firmly
![How to apply press on nails: Hold firmly for 30 seconds; Use the cuticle stick to roll out any sticky tab residue; File to your desired length and shape if desired; For optimal adhesion, allow the sticky tabs to set for 1 hour before washing your hands](http://www.snaptips.shop/cdn/shop/files/preview_images/b9f1c9f323504f2bb024c83c044b84b8.thumbnail.0000000000.jpg?v=1700299867&width=1280)
Step 3: Nailed it
- Hold firmly for 30 seconds
- Use the cuticle stick to roll out any sticky tab residue
- File to your desired length and shape if desired
- For optimal adhesion, allow the sticky tabs to set for 1 hour before washing your hands
***Store the Snaptips card and case FLAT after applying the press-on nails to prevent the card from sticking to the lid
Damage-free removal in 3 steps
Enjoy the flexibility to remove or swap press-on nails at your convenience, without any damage!
![How to remove press on nails: soak your nail in warm water with oil](http://www.snaptips.shop/cdn/shop/files/preview_images/06e156942c3d4861a64adb51e3d0d639.thumbnail.0000000000.jpg?v=1700304709&width=1280)
Step 1: Soak
- Remove press-on nails with ease by soaking your nails in warm water for 10-15 minutes (or taking them off after a bath/shower)
- add a few drops of cuticle oil or your preferred oil for an extra nourishing boost
![how to remove pree on nails: Use the slanted side of the cuticle stick to gently pry around the edgesIf you experience any discomfort, re-soak your nails for additional ease](http://www.snaptips.shop/cdn/shop/files/preview_images/17fb789c4be04b7b818bba8aeac048ff.thumbnail.0000000000.jpg?v=1700306135&width=1280)
Step 2: Remove
- Use the slanted side of the cuticle stick to gently pry around the edges
- If you experience any discomfort, re-soak your nails for additional ease
![how to remove press on nails: Use the pointy tip of the cuticle stick to roll out any residue; Snaptips press-on nails are 100% reusable. Clean them with soapy water if needed, make sure they're dry and place them back in the storage case for future use](http://www.snaptips.shop/cdn/shop/files/preview_images/52567f8ad652425c930b4b9a95f856ec.thumbnail.0000000000.jpg?v=1700306392&width=1280)
Step 3: Final touch
- Use the pointy tip of the cuticle stick to roll out any residue
- Snaptips press-on nails are 100% reusable. Clean them with soapy water if needed, make sure they're dry and place them back in the storage case for future use
***Do not clean press-on nails with alcohol, this may resulted in discoloration