How to Apply Fake Nails

Fake nails can help you go from everyday to glamorous in an instant. You can leave them bare for a natural look or give yourself an attention-grabbing manicure - anything goes! Whether you want to apply them for prom or date night, or you're just ready for a pretty new look, see the steps following to learn how to apply artificial nails.
First of all, you should get your nails ready. You'll need to take off your old polish, even if it's clear, in order to apply fake nails. Wash your hands after using acetone or another polish remover. The chemicals used in nail polish remover can dry out your nails. Trim and file your nails. Use a nail clipper or nail scissors to trim your nails so that they're all even. Trim them short, but not to the quick; you want a bit of an edge to give the fake nails more to hold onto. Use a nail file to give your nails a good smooth edge. While your nail beds are still soft from the soak, use an orange stick or cuticle pusher to gently push back your cuticles. This way you can make sure you're gluing the fake nails to your nails, not your skin. Use a nail buffer to buff your nails well. This will create a slightly rough surface, making it easier for the fake nails to adhere. Wipe off the dust when you're finished.

Then, you can apply the nails. Open up the package and lay all the nails out in the order you will be placing them on your nails. The largest fake nails will go on your thumbs, and the smallest will go on your littlest fingers. Make sure the nails fit comfortably over your real nail, and use a file to shape the bottom edges if necessary. The easiest fake nails to apply require a simple application using nail glue. Your kit should come with a nail for each finger and a little bottle of adhesive. Swirl a dab of glue on your real nail, and another dab of glue on the part of the fake nail that will be attached to you (not the part that will be sticking up). Carefully place the fake nail directly over your real nail so that the bottom curve lines up perfectly with your cuticle. Press it down and hold for 10 seconds to let it set. Make sure the nail is set firmly against your real nail, with no gaps. Don't use too much glue. You don't want it to squirt out the sides. A few dabs will be sufficient. If glue does squirt out, use a cotton swab to gently wipe it away.
Repeat with the remaining nails. One by one, glue each nail on using a dab of glue. Remember to press each nail for 10 seconds to make sure they are sealed tight against your real nails. See, it’s very easy to decorate your nails. Just do it and own a good mood.