“Stick With Me, Babe: How to Make Your Press-On Nails Stay Put (Like, For Real)”

Hey glam queen 👑! So you just scored a set of ridiculously cute press-on nails (maybe from Siwa Studios, wink wink 😘), and now you’re wondering:

How do I make these babies STAY?

Well, grab your favorite playlist and a snack because we’re about to walk you through how to apply press-ons the right way so they last longer than your last situationship(apologies, jk jk).

🧼 Step 1: Clean Hands, Clean Slate

Think of your nails like a blank canvas. Oil, lotion, and gunk? Not invited.

• Wash your hands with soap and water

• Use alcohol wipes or a cotton pad soaked in rubbing alcohol to clean your natural nails

• This removes oils and gives the glue a reason to commit

🧠 Pro tip: If you just moisturized your hands, sorry babe—start over. Oils are the enemy of sticky success.

📏 Step 2: Size Matters (Sorry, It Does)

Each press-on nail should hug your natural nail, not hang over like it's crashing on your couch.

• Lay out your nails from pinky to thumb

• If you're between sizes, opt for the smaller one, not the larger one. You can always file the sides

📦 Most sets (like ours!) come in a bunch of sizes, so don’t rush this part. Precision = longer wear.

🧰 Step 3: Prep Like a Pro

Now for some surgical-level prep:

• Gently push back your cuticles (use that wooden stick, boo)

• Buff your natural nail surface lightly to create grip (no glossy base = better adhesion)

• Wipe with alcohol again just before applying the glue

Yes, it’s a little extra. Yes, it’s worth it.

💅 Step 4: Apply Like a Legend

• Add a small dot of glue on your natural nail and the back of the press-on

• Align carefully at the cuticle

• Press and hold for 30–60 seconds

• Repeat for each nail, resisting the urge to text your ex mid-application 🙃

🧠 Don’t skip the press-and-hold. It’s what makes them last dayssss longer.

🚫 Step 5: Hands Off, Darling

Once they’re on, give them an hour or so to fully set before:

• Showering 🚿

• Washing dishes 🍽

• Performing intense choreography for your fans 🕺

Let the glue do its magic without interruption.

⏳ Bonus Tips to Make Them Stay Longer:

• Avoid hot water for long periods (wear gloves when cleaning)

• Apply a top coat every few days to seal and shine

• Store your extras for emergency pop-offs

✨ In Conclusion…

With a little prep and a lot of sass, your press-ons can stay cute and clingy in the “good” way.

So next time someone asks, “Wait, those are fake?!” just smile, flip your hair, and say:
“Cute, quick, and a little chaotic—just like me.”

Need help picking the perfect set for your next event or meltdown? Check out our latest drop at Siwa Studios 💖

Stick it. Slay it. Repeat.