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This new generation of press-on nails gives an effect nearly identical to expensive gel manicures at the salon.

Presson nail kits from OPI Static Nails and Dashing Diva on a light pink background

Collage: Wesley Hall; Source images: Courtesy of brand

They also come in all kinds of shapes, sizes, and thicknesses.

it’s possible for you to choose from a variety of fun patterns, shapes, and sizes.

Our pick: the mismatched, negative-space set above, aptly named Wild Card.

Glamnetic Press On Nails in Wild Card pink box of pastel designed press on nails on light gray background

Sarah Madaus wearing Glamnetic Press-ons in Material Girl

“Glamnetic nails are seriously so strong and thick,” she says.

We love the rounded French tips of this particular design and how easy the press-ons are to put on.

(You’ll be done in under 15 minutes.)

Allure contributor Sarah Madaus showing her left hand with Glamnetic presson nails applied

Sarah Madaus wearing Glamnetic Press-ons in Material Girl

This set is also reusable up to six times if you apply and remove them correctly.

Instead of glue, these nails adhere to your natural nails with sticky tabs.

Tester Feedback:Allurecontributor Sarah Madaus loves these because they’re non-damaging and look incredibly realistic.

Static Nails Reusable Pop-On Manicure in Curved French Round long plastic container of press on nails with a French manicure on light gray background

The Nailest gets it.

Four years later, there are plenty of dreamy minimalist, and solid designs to choose from.

We love the touch of gold in the Mixed Materials set, pictured above.

Allure contributor Kimberly Rolfs showing off a set of Static Nails in a white swirly pattern on her left hand and…

Kimberly Rolfs wearing Static Nails Press-ons in Sway in White

The praise inspired her to create Rave Nailz so we could all get a little piece of her drip.

Each pack comes with 24 nails and all the tools you’ll need to get the job done.

Each set comes with 24 nails, glue, a cuticle pusher, nail file, and buffer duo.

Olive & June The Super Stick Mani pink box of blue press on nails on light gray background

), you might want to opt for this budget-friendly set.

Available Styles:18

What’s the best way to apply press-on nails?

However, some custom sets require you to use a size chart or measure your nailbed.

Allure contributor Sarah Madaus showing off her left hand with Olive  June navy blue pressons

Sarah Madaus wearing Olive & June The Super Stick Mani in Suited

Hold pressure to the nail for about 30 seconds, and then release.

For a full explainer about the program process,read our guide.

Are press-on nails bad for your real nails?

The Nailest square container of pink marbled coffin-style press on nails on light gray background

While theyre super convenient, press-ons are not necessarily damage-free.

However, there are preventative steps you’ve got the option to take to keep your nails intact.

To minimize damage, Dr. Stern suggests applying a coat of clear nail polish before program.

A blue box of Paintbox Press-On Nails in Mixed Metals on a light gray background

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