Instructions and FAQ
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Instructions
Find the size for your pinkie nails. Take the smallest press-on nails from the kit and try them on your pinkie nails. The trick is to have them feel natural; not tight. If you are in between sizes, size up; you can always file them down.
Check if your other pinkie is the same size. Most of the time your left-hand sizes match your right-hand sizes, but not always. Once you have found the right size(s) write it down.
Repeat these steps for the remaining fingers.
Helpful Tips:
Pinkie nails are most commonly a 7,8, or 9.
Thumb nails are most commonly a 0,1, or 2.
When sizing your middle, ring, and index finger, your middle is normally the largest of the three. Your ring finger is typically one size smaller than your middle finger. Your index finger is normally the smallest of the three.
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We cannot stress enough how important it is to size your nails accurately! When you measure your nails correctly, it will ensure longer wear time and reduce the chances of your nails popping off. This sizing method is not the preferred method since it can be challenging to precisely measure in millimeters. However, we completely understand if you don't want to wait for a sizing kit to arrive and would rather order nails ASAP by measuring this way!
Returns and refunds are not accepted. I.D.B. is not responsible for human error when measuring your nail sizes.
If you have any questions or concerns, you are welcome to send a message to @_idbofficial_
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Push back cuticles.
If your cuticles are long, cut them. This is important so that the press-on nails aren't pinching them and causing discomfort.
File your natural nails, if needed.
Buff your nails. You can use your own nail buffer or if you are in a hurry, lightly scrape a nail file over each nail bed.
Clean each nail with an alcohol wipe. If you don't have a wipe, you can use a paper towel with alcohol; not a cotton ball.
Select sticky tabs that are similar to the size of your nail beds.
Peel them from the sheet and place on your natural nails. Important: line them as close as you can to your cuticles to prevent water from seeping in.
Peel the top layer film from the sticky tabs.
Align each press-on nail with your cuticle at a 45 degree angle, then press firmly. Important: wait at least an hour before getting nails wet. Tip: apply nails before bed to ensure it will be several hours before getting your nails wet.
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Push back cuticles.
If your cuticles are long, cut them. This is important so that the press-on nails aren't pinching them and causing discomfort.
File your natural nails, if needed.
Buff your nails. You can use your own nail buffer or if you are in a hurry, lightly scrape a nail file over each nail bed.
Clean each nail with an alcohol wipe. If you don't have a wipe, you can use a paper towel with alcohol; not a cotton ball.
Starting with your pinkie, apply about 1 drop of glue to your natural nail. Spread it around using the tip of the glue bottle.
Align the press-on nail with your cuticle at a 45 degree angle.
Quickly, press down firmly and hold for 10 seconds.
Repeat for 6-8 for your other pinkie nail, then your remaining nails. You should finish with your thumbs.
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If your nails feel firmly attached when wiggled, soak your nails in warm, soapy water.
When your nails are feeling wiggly, proceed to wiggle them off with your fingers or cuticle stick.
Tips:
If your nails are already feeling loose and you can wiggle them off, you don't have to soak your nails.
Never try to pull your nails off. This will damage your nails.
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Soak your nails in acetone for 3 minutes.
Attempt to peel off the press-on nail with a cuticle pusher.
Repeat steps 1-2 until the nails come off.
Buff of glue residue with a nail buffer or file.
Apply nail oil to nail beds and cuticles.
Tips:
If you don't want to soak in acetone, dip your nails into vinegar. The vinegar breaks down the glue almost immediately.
Never try to pull your nails off. This will damage your nails.