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Get salon-quality nails in minutes with our Perfect Press Ons! Easy to apply and perfectly flawless for up 16 days of wear*. Nail your style with perfection! 

*when used with Sally Hansen glue

  1. Step 1

    Match: To match artificial nails to your natural nail beds, place different sizes of the press-ons to each of your nails to find the right fit to each finger (no need to adhesive yet).

    Model applying Sally Hansen Salon Effects press-on nails with a gold glitter accent on the index finger.
  2. Step 2

    Prep: Wash hands with soap and water, and let dry thoroughly. (If time permits, wait an hour after washing to fully dry your nails). Use included accessories for the next prep-steps.

  3. Step 3

    Start with the wooden stick to push back your cuticles. Save this stick for later removal.

    Model demonstrating how to apply Sally Hansen Salon Effects press-on nails with tools and nail tips on a table.
  4. Step 4

    Next, use the file to smooth and shape edges of nails.

    Model preparing nails with a file, surrounded by nail tips in various shades, including red and gold.
  5. Step 5

    Last, use the prep pad to clean your nails.

    Model applying Sally Hansen Salon Effects press-on nails with a pink dish of various nail designs nearby.
  6. Step 6

    Apply: Our press-ons come with two adhesive options, glue and tabs. Only use one per nail, per wear.

  7. Step 7

    To apply using included tabs:

    Peel protective film backing off the tab sheet and applu adhesive tab to your natural nail. Use the cuticle pusher (wooden stick provided) to press tabs to nail.

    Model demonstrating how to apply press-on nails with a wooden stick. Pink dish with various nail shapes and colors.
  8. Step 8

    To apply using included glue:

    Apply a small amount in the middle of your nail and use the tip of the bottle to spread in U-shape, then also put a smal amount of glue on the artificial nail.

    Model applying Sally Hansen Salon Effects press-on nails in a deep red shade, holding a nail with a white applicator.
  9. Step 9

    For both adhesives:

    Hold the artificial nail at a 45-degree angle near the cuticle, then gently and slowly press down (starting at the cuticle and ending with the tip of the nail). Hold in the center and at the sides firmly for at least 30 seconds.

    Repeat for all nails.

    Model applying Sally Hansen Salon Effects press-on nails in a deep red shade, with a pink dish of additional nails nearby.