Saving girls with clumsy hands: press-on nails let you finish a fresh manicure in 10 minutes, perfect for beauty lovers who have no time to book a nail appointment
Stop splurging on nail appointments～
For polished girls, the little details at your fingertips can’t be overlooked. In the past, you had to set aside 2 hours at a nail salon. Now, Korea’s popular “press-on nails” let you finish your manicure at home while watching your favorite shows. There are currently two main types on the market: “1-second press-on nail tips” and “semi-cured gel nail strips.” Beyond saving time, their biggest advantage is the affordable price: a set averages around HK$ 100. You can also switch them out whenever the mood strikes, without damaging your natural nails.
DASHING DIVA: A lazy girl’s savior for 1-second press-ons
If you realize your nails are bare only when you’re about to head out, DASHING DIVA is a real lifesaver. Its best-known Magic Press line comes with adhesive backing: press them on, and you’re done. There are so many designs to choose from, and best of all, there’s no trimming needed. They’re ideal if you’re rushing out for a date or don’t feel like using an LED lamp.
ohora: Salon-quality gel finish
Girls after a “high-end” look will love ohora. It uses real liquid gel that is 60% pre-cured and requires an LED lamp after application. Once cured, the result is almost identical to a salon manicure. The edges adhere closely and won’t catch on your hair, while the finish feels substantial and lasts more than 14 days.
Edgeu: Collaborations and professional-level color payoff
In Korea, Edgeu is a brand recommended by many professional nail artists. Its gel nail strips are moderately thick with highly saturated color, and it often releases limited editions in collaboration with well-known illustrators or designers. It has the best color payoff of the three brands, and for readers who like saturated shades or intricate illustrated designs, Edgeu offers the most accurate reproduction.
How to make press-on nails last longer: Tips you may not know
To make these nail strips last more than 2 weeks, the editor recommends thoroughly removing oil from your nails with the included alcohol wipe before applying them. As you apply them, press from the center at the base of the nail outward to each side to remove air bubbles. For ohora or Edgeu styles that require an LED lamp, use a nail file to smooth the edges after curing rather than before. The result will be smoother. Detail lovers, take note.
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