FAQs
What are the nails made from?
Unlike traditional press-on nails, which are printed. Our nails are handmade from a mixed soft gel material. Incorporating 5 different layers including a builder gel finish – meaning no fading, no chipping, and no splitting, giving you a durable salon quality manicure every time.
Where are the nails made?
Our nails are handmade in China.
How long do they last?
When correctly applied each gel set will lasts 2-3 weeks if you’ve used the liquid glue. When using the short-wear adhesive tabs, expect the set to last 2-4 days.
Liquid Glue vs Adhesive Tabs – what’s the difference?
The liquid glue you receive in the set is SUPER STICKY. The glue is designed to keep those nails stuck for 2–3 weeks.
The adhesive tabs are still very sticky but designed for short term wear - a night out, a photoshoot, or a weekend. The tabs are like double sided sticky tape and will keep your nails in place for 2 – 4 days.
How long does it take to apply the press-on nails?
Practice makes perfect! On average, it takes around 10 minutes to apply when using the adhesive tabs and 15-25 minutes to apply when using the liquid glue. You’ll find that you get faster with your application with each new set!
How do you remove the press on nails?
Very easily! Soak your nails in a bowl of warm water with 1 Tablespoon of oil (any oil – olive oil works like a charm, and you can also use dishwashing liquid) for 15 - 20 minutes. After soaking, use the small wooden cuticle stick provided in your kit to gently work around the edges of the nail and ‘flick’ each one off.
Do the press-on nails, damage your natural nails?
Providing you apply and remove correctly, your new gel press-ons will cause minimal damage and your natural nails will continue to grow strong underneath.
Can I reuse the nails?
Yes! Providing the nails have been looked after and removed correctly, they can be reused. If you use the short-wear adhesive tabs, the nails can be reused multiple times.
What do I get in my set?
Each set contains 24-30 nails (depending on the type of nail you choose) 2x alcohol wipes, 1x small nail file, 1x small cuticle stick, 1x tube of liquid glue and 1x sheet of short-wear adhesive stickers.
How do I know they’ll fit my nails?
Each set comes with 24–30 nails, in 10 different sizes, so there is something to fit everyone! The gel nails fit average, petite and large nail beds.
Where do you ship from?
We ship from beautiful Tamaki Makaurau (Auckland) in the North Island of Aotearoa, New Zealand.
When will my order arrive?
Within NZ, your order should arrive within 3–5 working days, excluding rural deliveries. For Australian orders please allow up to 3 weeks.
Can I exchange my nails, or return for a refund?
We do not offer refunds or returns due to sanitary reasons. If your nails have arrived damaged or defective, please contact hello@getnailed.co to arrange a replacement or refund.
