In light of recent events, salons have become a bit different than usual. With most operating at limited capacity and just how close you have to get in order to get your nails done, many of us are foregoing the salon altogether.
But if you miss those trips you used to make every other week and the beautiful, creative, long nails you used to get, you’re not alone. And you also don’t have to suffer.
This is where press-on nails come into play, offering ease of use and gorgeous results.
Why Press On Nails are the Best
When you really think about it, press-on nails are pretty much the best thing to ever happen to your nails.
They don’t require a lengthy trip to the salon that you have to schedule out in advance, follow-up maintenance frequently, or going to an enclosed public space. Regular trips to the nail salon also become very costly pretty quickly, and many of us are on a budget.
Press-on nails save money, time, and ultimately, your natural nails.
Although we love how our traditional acrylic sets look on our hands, they cause a lot of wear and tear to our poor nail beds. Through all of the filing, buffing, and chemicals, there are multiple ways in which our favorite nail habit can mean long-term damage to our natural nails.
Press-on nails protect our nails from this harm since they only require you to glue them on top of your natural nail without doing anything to alter the surface of it.
How You Should Rock Them
Alright, so you’re sold. You have decided to take the leap and try out your first set of press-on nails. But where do you start? Well, there are some options out there for everyone, so let’s find the one that’s right for you.
For the Natural Girls
If you used to go to the nail salon for a classic French tip or a nude color, go with what you know.
There are plenty of press-on versions of all of your classic faves that require less time and money than your old trip to the salon. Since they already come pre-made and pre-painted, it’s literally impossible to mess that sometimes-tricky perfect French tip.
For the Wild Child
Okay, natural, classic styles are great and all, but what about those of us who go a little crazy with our acrylic sets? Are there options for us, too?
Honey, you bet there are. With all of the variety in press-on sets these days, you can find any and every pattern, length, design, or even jewels out there.
Are you into rhinestones and crystals in your nails? There are press-on for you. Do you just have to have a cheetah print? There are press-on nails out there for you, too.
Plus, if you get multiple sets, you can easily change up your look any time you want without waiting until your next appointment.
For Those in Between
So you don’t quite identify with either of those categories we just went over, but you also kind of identify with both. What are you supposed to do?
We suggest playing into your duality by trying a set that features one statement nail. This allows you the calmer, more classic color choice for most of your nails, but with one or two on each hand that features something different, like a pattern.
Press-On Nails are for Everyone
Even if you have never been to a nail salon in your life, if you’re curious about how you might look with your nails done, press-on nails are the way to go. Experiment with a few different styles to find the one that’s just right for you.
