Ease any lifting
If there is any lifting, gently use the cuticle stick to open it so the soak can get underneath.
Soak in warm, soapy water
Submerge your fingertips in warm soapy water for 10–15 minutes to soften the adhesive. A gentle soak keeps the set intact if you'd like to wear it again.
Lift gently from the side
Slide the cuticle stick under a side edge and ease inward, a little at a time. If it resists, it isn't ready — soak longer.
Work slowly to the other side
Let the nail release on its own. Ripping it off might cause damage to both your nails and the press-on nails.
Clean and condition
Gently buff away any adhesive left on your natural nail, then massage in cuticle oil or hand cream to rehydrate. Gently clean the press-on nails and put them back in the case to reuse.
Avoid
- Don't pull, pry or peel a press-on straight up — this tears layers off your natural nail.
- Don't force a nail that won't budge; return it to the soak.
- Don't rush removal before an event — leave yourself 20–30 minutes.