Why You Should Join The Press-On Nails Trend
Why Press-On Nails?
In a world that is constantly moving, it can be easy to be tempted by the promises of cheap products and DIY solutions. There are times when it is just more time efficient to pick up a manicure kit, but if you’re looking for a long-lasting solution that will stand the test of time while still being affordable, press-on nails might be the answer. Press-ons are a different type of manicure that is built-to-last, no matter what life throws at you.
They are a little thicker than the average fake nail, yet they can still be natural-looking when you implement the proper technique with your application. They’re made to last, so they are perfect for those who are on-the-go or working with their hands a lot. “Having the ability to take them off and switch them every day for your outfit is a great way to stay on-trend,” says celebrity stylist Chloe Delgadillo, who specializes in hand styling.
Press-on nails are a great option for those who want their nails to look glamorous and trendy but don’t have the time to go to the salon, much less want to fork over salon prices for trendy nail art. Press-on nails are easy to apply and remove and can be found in so many designs, shapes and sizes that it’ll make your head spin. Press-ons are the alternative without being the substitution! There are so many pros about investing in press-on nails that it’s almost a crime to not try them out at least once.
Applying press-ons is beginner-friendly AF. We’ll be explaining the best method of application in our next blog. Today we’re here to shout it from the rooftops that press-on nails are the new thing, the new hottest trend when it comes to nail care. So hop on board!
My personal favorite thing about press-on nails is that they are reusable. A reusable pop-on manicure? Sign us up. How many times have you gotten your nails done at the salon wishing your set could last forever, or that you could change them out like changing shoes? You can totally collect ’em, mix and match ’em and keep ’em forever with press-on nails. You could have a different set every other day if you’d like, a set for every outfit, the possibilities are endless with press-ons.
CULTVISION Press-On Nails, Specifically…
CULTVISION specializes in gel press on nails that are long-lasting, using the highest quality premium products from gel nail and nail art supply salon staples like Valentino Beauty Pure, Kiara Sky, Apres Gel-X, Makartt and many more. You can rest assured that your mani will be much more long-lasting than an acrylic nail set AND they are much, much less damaging to your pretty little nail beds.
After filing and buffing, we coat every nail, both gel-x nail tips and regular nail tips, with a Kiara Sky base coat to ensure that polish sticks like an Olympic landing. We then apply three, yes, three, coats of premium gel nail polish between cures with our amazing Apres nail LED lamp. All that’s left to do is glide on our favorite gel top coat, Apres Non-Wipe Glossy Top Gelcoat before lightly going back over with a file/buffer and shaping the nail to smooth and polished perfection.
Our reusable pop-on nails range in many shapes, fits and sizes. From short to long press on nails, we’ve got you covered. In fact, our sizes range from super short to XXL nails, so there’s something for everyone’s favorite style. If you’re unsure about your nail bed size, desired shape and/or style, we’ve put together a handy “shapes n’ sizes” chart to help you out.
Endless Nail Art Possibilities
Like we stated above, there’s almost as much amazing nail art out there as there is art in general. For most of our lives, we just went to the nail salon (and paid atrocious amounts for trendy nail designs). Now you can bring salon-quality nails to your home and get a fresh mani at your utmost convenience at an affordable fraction of the cost of a full set of acrylic nails from simple to complex gel nail art. Plus, did we mention that they’re reusable?!
Another awesome thing about press on nails are the options for customization. Most press on nails creators and businesses (like us) provide a “custom set” option where you will be contributing to the initial creation process by explaining the dream set that you’ve always wanted. Whether it’s a trending nail design, something you saw on Pinterest or a child of your own beautiful brain, you can finally have the manicure of your dreams with a fully customized press on nails set. The amazing part about a fully customized gel nails set is that it is independently owned, no one else will have a dope manicure like yours.
Nail Trend: Apres Gel-X Nail Tips
Ask me what the best thing about press on nails is and without skipping a beat I’d say it’s because I, personally, can’t make a decision to save my life. It’s true! So many times I have been in the salon chair going back and forth in my head about the length and shape I want right up until the nail tech asks me what I want. Press on nails are a god-send, ethereally touched by angels due to their interchangeability. If I decide I no longer want a certain shape or length in favor of another, I can simply pop them off and switch it up.
It used to be that if you wanted an extra long sharp n’ stabby stiletto set or crispy-edged coffin shape, you had to go to the salon and likely get an acrylic set. With press on nails, specifically Apres Gel-X tips, you can say goodbye to the salon and hello to your new favorite way to keep your mani fresh ’til death.
What are Gel-X Nails and Tips?
Gel-X extensions have the malleability of a soft gel and the length as if a tip was applied. “The entire extension is made out of special gel not plastic like the tips they apply when doing acrylics,” Stacelyn, owner of Digits And Spikes Nail Studio says. “It’s applied directly on top of the client’s full natural nail and can be cut and shaped to their preference.” Essentially, they are high-grade premium gel press on nails. Apres Gel-X nail extensions are made from the same gel that’s in polish. This means they’re a lot thinner, more malleable and — best of all — more natural-looking than traditional extensions.
First, your nail is prepped with a primer. The nail extension is then applied with a layer of clear gel polish, which is cured under an LED lamp to bond it to the natural nail. Once applied, they can be polished just like a normal gel manicure. The whole process takes around an hour and a half, but you can have Apres Gel-X nail tips at home at 1/4th of the cost of getting them done in a nail salon.
Are Gel-X extensions safe?
With any nail enhancement, there’s a possibility of damage to your natural nail. However, Stacelyn, , owner of Digits And Spikes Nail Studio considers Gel-X a safe method for lengthening your nails. “So far, we haven’t seen any damage from Gel-X nails, but remember this is gel,” she says. “If you pick off your extensions you could cause damage to your natural nails.” It’s why proper removal is, hands down, one of the most critical parts of the process.
How Long Do They Last?
Apres Gel-X extensions “grow out” over the course of about 3–4 weeks. While acrylic extensions have a similar lifespan, the regrowth is much less noticeable with Apres Gel because they’re thinner and don’t lift at the edges.
Are you ready to try the best, most natural-looking press-on nails of your life? Then Apres Gel-X system is for you. CULTVISION offers a wide variety of Gel-X nail tips in both pre-made and made to order nail sets. From super short square, coffin and stiletto to long and extra long, we’ve got Gel-X on deck! We even carry the illusive heart-shaped cut-out nails by BritneyTOKYO that have been trending all over TikTok and Instagram.
From the longest of the long press on nails to super shorties, natural-looking to complex nail art designs and pre-made to fully customized sets, we at CULTVISION are pretty damn sure we can turn you into a press-on nails believer.
There are so many great reasons to join the gel press-on nails cult and we tried our best to elaborate upon each of them, but we want to hear from you personally about what your favorite “pro” of press-on nails is! Sound off in the comments with your favorite perk that joining the press-on nails art cult has added to your life and routines!
