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Paintbox Press Ons

How to apply and remove Paintbox Press Ons perfectly every time.

How to apply Press Ons with gel tabs

How to apply Press Ons with brush-on glue

How to apply Press Ons with brush-on glue

How to remove Press Ons with gel tabs

How to remove Press Ons with brush-on glue


Step-by-Step Guide

How to Apply Paintbox Press Ons with Gel Tabs

  1. Shape and buff your natural nails with the pink file.
  2. Push back your cuticles with the wood stick. Then, cleanse and dehydrate your nails with the alcohol pad.
  3. Next, choose your nail sizes. We’ve provided 16 sizes per hand - including half sizes - so you can find your best fit. If you’re in between sizes, go with the slightly bigger one.
  4. Select the gel tabs. Apply the tabs sticky-side down to your nail with firm pressure. Remove the plastic. Tip: use tweezers to grab the tabs for extra precision!
  5. Then, starting at the base of your nail apply the press on at a 45 degree angle and press down firmly for 30 seconds.
  6. After completing one nail, repeat the process on the rest of your nails.
  7. And voila! You’ve got an elevated manicure in minutes.

How to Apply Paintbox Press Ons with Brush-On Glue

  1. Shape and buff your natural nails with the pink file.
  2. Push back your cuticles with the wood stick. Then, cleanse and dehydrate your nails with the alcohol pad.
  3. Next, choose your nail sizes. We’ve provided 16 sizes per hand - including half sizes - so you can find your best fit. If you’re in between sizes, go with the slightly bigger one.
  4. Uncap the brush-on glue. Apply a pea-sized amount of glue using the brush straight onto the nail. Then, apply another pea-sized amount of glue on inside of the corresponding press on.
  5. Then, starting at the base of your nail, apply the press on at a 45 degree angle and press down firmly for 30 seconds.
  6. After completing one nail, repeat the process on the rest of your nails.
  7. And voila! You’ve got an elevated manicure in minutes.

How to Remove Paintbox Press Ons with Brush-On Glue or Gel Tabs

Follow these steps to remove Press Ons without damaging your natural nails.

  1. Start off with a bowl of warm, soapy water. Add a few drops of your Paintbox Cuticle Oil to the bowl (alternatively, you can use olive oil). This will help loosen the nails.
  2. Soak for 10-15 minutes, or until the Press Ons feel loose. If needed, add more soap and oil to the bowl and continue to soak until the Press Ons feel loose.
  3. Then use the wood stick to gently push the Press Ons off. Do not force or pry them off, as this will damage your natural nails.
  4. Use the nail file to gently file off the left over glue from the tips.
  5. Save your Paintbox Press Ons for future wear.

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