How to prepare and paint | press on nails

Painting press-ons is not as simple as just pulling them out of the package and whacking some paint on them. You need to prepare the nail first. If you have watched my old video on preparing and painting press ons, you will notice that I used to buff the surface of each nail. Times have changed and I learned that if you wipe the nail with acetone, it melts the plastic enough so that its slightly sticky and so you don't need to buff it or apply basecoat before painting with colored gel polish.
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[@agarc129]

The wiping nails with acetone instead of buffing, for gel to stick?!? Genius 👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼

[@angeleyes6706]

Thanks for leaving the small mistakes in your video and offering troubleshooting advice. It’s much more helpful than cutting them out.

[@NailswithCourtneyCrosbie]

That's ok! I have learned most of what I know by making mistakes so I'm glad that they can help other people too. It's the best way to learn 😊

[@popinpopcorn2484]

This is perfect, I wanted to paint some nails for my girlfriend but I had know idea where to start. Thank you so much for these tips

[@Jennifer-pe5vj]

That’s the sweetest! How did they go? X

[@Daisy-gm4cv]

Very cute! I hoped she loved them!

[@popinpopcorn2484]

@@Jennifer-pe5vj omg i forgot about this!! thanks for reminding me of the happy memory :) i did some cute lil designs but it didnt turn out exactly how i wanted ':) regardless, she thought it was cute and i think she even wore them for a little bit

[@Jennifer-pe5vj]

@@popinpopcorn2484 omg haha! She found a keeper! Glad you guys are still going strong x

[@yoni6773]

that’s sweet of you 🤩

[@pagalmasala]

My husband thinks nail lamps look like an EZ Bake Oven! And when I put them on the sticks its like toasting marshmallows. 😂

[@NailswithCourtneyCrosbie]

Omg that's hilarious 😂 😂 😂 I used to love my easy bake oven. He's not wrong though is he 😂😂

[@katkatasmr8055]

Finally a nail tutorial I understand. This was so informative and thorough thanks this is such a big help for me learning to do press ons. 🌸💕

[@nitatuli5354]

Thank you! Thank you! For all of this information. This helped me so much! It’s so hard to find someone to explain details about painting press on nails. I appreciate you!!

[@NailswithCourtneyCrosbie]

You are so welcome! I'm glad you found it useful 😊

[@user-mc5pl8js9h]

Why do I LOVE watching this

[@theintrovertedsocialist9470]

Your tips were so helpful, I was wondering why my nails were so stiff. Less is more! Thank you love!💕💅🏾

[@jha6989]

Best tutorial ever!! Can’t wait to start 💕

[@NailswithCourtneyCrosbie]

Hoooooray! Glad you like it! Xo

[@momtomtse]

Lovely! My 'starter' kit arrived just now and I'm ready for some playtime this afternoon!!!

[@NailswithCourtneyCrosbie]

Yay! Have fun 😊 tag me on Facebook if you post some pics. Id love to see!

[@yellowbird1221]

This helped me so much because I wanted to design my nails before putting them on! Thank you!!

[@NailswithCourtneyCrosbie]

Thats great to hear 😊

[@tashamack9460]

I'm so glad I came across your video.

[@kaleemasilon8919]

Even on natural nails, filing the underneath and tops of the nails after filing the length down, is so satisfying 😂

[@TinasBeautyTales]

Wow I really loved your tip about sticking to a piece of paper before going into the box, don’t know if you could tell on my video but I had a bit of a mare with that sticky tape trying to stick it to the foam , looking forward to seeing your next video x

[@NailswithCourtneyCrosbie]

I have had a few rages with the double sided tape as well 😆😆😆 it's much easier to stick it to paper though. Xo

[@TheLeafyLady]

Thank you so much! I have sticky tack and figured I would just 3d print a hand but this is so much easier!

[@NailswithCourtneyCrosbie]

Glad I could help!

[@cassiegonzalez333]

Greatest video like a normal person helping

[@ST-yb1rf]

I love this tutorial, it's very detailed

[@cultnailz]

thanks a bunch for this! just starting to play around with press-ons and this guided me through my first baby steps!

[@NailswithCourtneyCrosbie]

You're welcome. :) it's a minefield out there, I'm glad I could help xo

[@sonjarosevear9343]

Thank you so much for doing these videos, its helps so very much. Stay safe and healthy.🤩🙂

[@NailswithCourtneyCrosbie]

You're so welcome! I'm pleased you found them helpful 😊

[@solarpony]

As I was watching your video, right when I saw you buffing it, I was like no no use acetone. I see from your description that you have caught on to that little trick 😁

[@NailswithCourtneyCrosbie]

Yes, acetone works brilliantly doesn't it! 😘

[@MadamPalaban]

Thank you for this. I wanna try putting on press ons

[@lauraeliseblanchette-wrigh4261]

These are great I’m going to be making some . I just ordered eyelash boxes hops they work as well

[@plutoh9958]

Very nice and professional!

[@NailswithCourtneyCrosbie]

Thank you 😊

[@stashagindra286]

Thank you - this is brilliant! I wanted to do it for myself to save on time for my next nail refresh. This is perfect. I thought of this strategy in my head and then found your video with the refined details which are better! Thank you dear 🫶🫶😊🙏🔥

[@NailswithCourtneyCrosbie]

My pleasure 🙏

[@paulamcwilliams321]

Explained perfectly x

[@NailswithCourtneyCrosbie]

Thank you 😊

[@mayam9901]

I am interested in starting this as a hobby. This may be a silly question, but when you go to remove these does the paint come off from soaking them in acetone to get the glue off/ are they one use only?

[@justme0910]

The paint definitely gets destroyed during the soaking process! Which is unfortunate, but inevitable. If you want to reuse press-on nails, you can try adhesive tabs instead of glue. Good luck on starting your nail art journey!

[@lulzjess]

*me using gum*

[@jhoelaanwood3295]

Been needing this I'm my life for a year na only just found you thankyou hopefully I won't get a elergic reaction to my light na x

[@neldanewlyn2518]

Thanks for sharing. Just starting out - so excited 😊💕💕

[@NailswithCourtneyCrosbie]

Thanks so much 😊

[@kellymora3429]

Thank you so much for a well detailed video ❤

[@lkidd3361]

Great video, thanks very much!! :-) also, your accent is a strong mix of Scottish & American!

[@NailswithCourtneyCrosbie]

Hi! Thank you very much. You're nearly spot on there, I'm a Canadian married to a Glaswegian! Well done 👍

[@claryndamontie3638]

Wow I'm so thankful I found you

[@ilzedoubell672]

Thank you for sharing! Youre a life saver!

[@NailswithCourtneyCrosbie]

My pleasure 😉

[@ilzedoubell672]

@@NailswithCourtneyCrosbie Courtney does the client prep their nails. And cuticles same as we would have done it for them, how long does they last plus minus and what would you charge a set? Ps I am absalutely excited about this.

[@NailswithCourtneyCrosbie]

Yea they prep just as you would for a gel polish service. They can last anywjere from a day to 4 weeks. It depends on a lot of things that are out of our control. At the end of the day, they are pressons. I charge £15 for a plain set £30 for a more detailed. Xo

[@ilzedoubell672]

@@NailswithCourtneyCrosbie thank you, went and bought every thing I need today tomorrow is D day.

[@alecianicole3012]

Omg! Where can I buy your nails? I love, love, LOVEEE the black and silver ones you show in the box. Now obviously, this video is 3 years old so om sure they're probably still not available... And they may not be $10 anymore (assuming that's the price written on there) with the way everything bas gone up. But that is a hell of a deal... You pay more than that for some of the store bought ones! I HATE how with the store bought ones it always seems like the cute ones with a design are RIDICULOUSLY long... The shorter ones are always so plain. And both the long and short ones just keep getting longer and longer and longer. Making it harder to find cute ones at a decent length. Plus, the quality just can't compare.

[@psychegoddessoflight9358]

They're GORGEOUS 😍 And yeah, $10.00?? That's not even logical given the cost of product alone, nevermind her talent + time!

[@Cata110]

Very informative! Thank you!

[@SimplySolar360]

Thank youuu! You are such an inspiration!

[@moonlightcorner1511]

U r a life saver

[@_BellaXOXO]

Definitely saving my wallet 🙌

[@melissagambrell7867]

Where is the best place to buy my boxes? And thank you for your videos I really appreciate the information and love watching you. You work is beautiful. 🤩

[@NailswithCourtneyCrosbie]

Hello! I used to get them from "the bag and box man" but I don't think they sell the ones I used anymore. I haven't bought any for a long time so I cant really say, look around for empty necklace boxes on Google: )

[@snowypetal1]

I literally just started sneezing right before you said u have hayfever😂

[@NailswithCourtneyCrosbie]

😂 😂 That's hilarious

[@lynetteheystek3695]

Beautiful nails and you work so neat and perfect👌

[@NailswithCourtneyCrosbie]

That's so kind. Thank you 😊

[@mavischan7219]

I'm glad that I found your video. I started to make press on nails hopefully to sell. However, when I tried to put them on, they always pop off after a few days. I've tried a few different glues now and the results were the same. From your video, you mentioned don't use hard gel(I didn't know there was hard gel and regular gel) so that the tips can be more flexible. Now, I think that's the key. I found mine was more stiff and I have a big gap in between. I forced it down and they don't feel very comfortable. I will try again tomorrow without the basecoat to see if it was any different. Thanks for your tips!

[@NailswithCourtneyCrosbie]

Yes, that's exactly right!for the longest lasting results they need to take the shape of your natural nail and if they're too stiff, they won't do that. Even if you use lots of gel polish and topcoat, depending on the brand, they will be too stiff. You can join our Facebook group ( I think it's in the description) for more helpful hints! Xo

[@nessmamohamed9992]

Thank you so much, this is really useful

[@NailswithCourtneyCrosbie]

you're welcome 😊

[@hotmama0355]

Thanks so much for video. I have recently started wearing press on nails. What do you personally use to apply your nails? I can’t find a glue that doesn’t pop off in a few hours. Thanks and keep making these great videos!!

[@NailswithCourtneyCrosbie]

Thank you 😊 it depends where you are but I like "the edge" glue (UK) alot if people recommend "kds" in Canada. You need to make sure the tips aren't too small or too curved, and use lots of glue. Also, if the nails are long, they will be likely to come off easier. Xo

[@hotmama0355]

Nails with Courtney Crosbie in US. I will see if I can find those brands. I have tried Kiss and the sticky tabs which are my favorite. But with all the hand washing needed during COVID I wanted a stronger glue!🥰 stay safe and healthy. Nails are a fun distraction with the quarantine going on!!

[@dejahitt5826]

I've seen girls use a base gel coat - cure with a uv light and then do one more coat of the base gel and then put the nail on top and then they would cure it again with the uv light. Haven't tried it myself yet but I have heard that it works amazing!

[@NailswithCourtneyCrosbie]

Someone commented on another one of my videos and said that only works with soft gel tips, not plastic ones. I'll have to give it a try!

[@polished_and_ready]

I know I’m late to this comment but I bought one on Amazon that the nails can last between 2-3 weeks. Super Strong Nail Glue For Acrylic Nails, Nail Tips and Press On Nails (8ml) NYK1 Nail Bond Brush On Nail Glue For Press On Nails Long Lasting Acrylic Nail Glue For Nail Tips Fake Nails Nail Glue Gel

[@Mourningdove702]

TY for the tips and techniques!

[@NailswithCourtneyCrosbie]

you're very welcome!

[@Lorraineh09]

Hey Courtney your friend from funky sugar glitter group here, thanks so much for doing these, my regular clients are looking for these and tried to join your group but I found everything I need to know right here! One quick question do you etch the back of the nails? I’m using apres

[@NailswithCourtneyCrosbie]

Hiya! I don't use aprés so I can't say, but I've approved you in the group now. If you search the feed with your question, im sure it's been discussed already 😊 nice to see you in this side of the internet ! Xo

[@VlCT0RlA]

Best tutorial ever! Just one question, is the light that you put them under a UV light?

[@NailswithCourtneyCrosbie]

Thanks! Yes, it's a LED uv light.

[@VlCT0RlA]

Thank you so much!

[@philiptroman9838]

Watching from Guyana . i have never did nails before . i brought some press on that comes with the nail polish. Can you please do a tutorial on how design the press on nails that comes with the nail polish please?

[@pernillamagnusson9727]

I think your videos are great 👌🏻

[@NailswithCourtneyCrosbie]

Thanks so much Pernilla :)

[@Snowlily01]

Great vid. Must’ve watched it like thrice by now . Lol. I’m just a bit confused still. Most other utubers seem to be buffing their tips,applying primer, base coat and then painting them. I wonder if just wiping w acetone and not buffing them would actually keep the gel on there for long? I’m literally just dipping my fingers in gel and it seems the process is diff for natural and press ons. Sweet vid tho ❤️❤️❤️✨✨✨✨🥰🥰

[@NailswithCourtneyCrosbie]

Hiya 😊 some tips need buffing and base coat. These ones melt ever so slightly when wiped with acetone. They go sticky so you don't need base-coat or buffing. I have other tips that don't go sticky when wiped with acetone and I have to use base coat for those. There's dozens of ways to do everything in the world of nails, the best thing you can do when you see a new technique is try it for yourself. 😊 Welcome to the world of nails ! Xox

[@leahs_life7321]

thank you so much this help me a lot I’ll definitely go back on your account

[@NailswithCourtneyCrosbie]

That's awesome. I'm glad to help! Xo

[@Nodamochiiee]

Hello! This is my second video I've watched and you've got my sub now so thank you for the content and being so helpful! I'm a beginner but I have a question about the files. You mentioned you use 180 for the first one, what about the block? I'm just trying to get my head around all the numbers and files 😜 thanks again!

[@NailswithCourtneyCrosbie]

Hey! Thanks for the support ❤️ Usually buffing blocks are 180 or 240. As long as it has some grit to it, it doesn't matter more than a personal preference 😀

[@_zory]

Thank you great tutorial

[@Karimichelle1978]

I love your video! This may be a silly question; if you only make 10 nails, how do you know that they are going to fit your clients nail beds? Everyone has different width nail beds. Are you customizing for people? I never even thought of making press ons for people, but it sounds like a fun creative way to make money.

[@NailswithCourtneyCrosbie]

Hi! Yes, if you are only making ten nails the customer has to measure their nails ☺️ then you measure your tips and find the best match. There's another video explaining this in further detail here on my channel. You won't get rich selling press-ons, but it really is a fun way to earn some money !

[@sukihyde]

hello! thank you for this video

[@NailswithCourtneyCrosbie]

You're welcome 😊

[@alexismews1509]

lovely nails what file grit did u show if it needs the sides fixing please.

[@Voice.Comedy]

Can you show us how to turn normal fake nails into press on nails. I wanna learn how to make them sticky without adhesive tabs because I have strict parents and I'm not allowed to wear fake nails :(

[@julicezar9213]

Onlt way to pur them on without adhesive tabs is with nail glue. The tabs ate reaaly easy to remove tho, just soak it in warm water witg soap and a lil bit of oil (like grape seed oil) for a while

[@NailswithCourtneyCrosbie]

There really is no other way than to use glue. sorry :(

[@Hanna-siembida]

Hiya i love the tutorial it's really gonna help me when I start doing my nails 🥰 just a quick question what way would the customers apply the nails I'm new by the way so that's why I'm asking do they use gule?

[@NailswithCourtneyCrosbie]

Hiya, yea they can just glue them on with nail glue, or if they want a temporary (daily wear) they can use gel tabs. If you just google gel nail tabs you'll see. I think I also have a video of me applying and removing nails with the tabs. :)

[@Hanna-siembida]

@@NailswithCourtneyCrosbie sound that's great thank you 😊😆

[@Ladyliriano]

Hello 👋🏼 Great tips

[@missreham3668]

hi i don't have a buffer and acetone so is there anything else i could use instead of them and i also dont have any uv light to cure them so can i just a fan to dry them??

[@kh3lani]

Thank you!

[@soulonice99]

The best. Ty

[@NailswithCourtneyCrosbie]

my pleasure 🥰

[@jodieevans9497]

Great series courtney.

[@NailswithCourtneyCrosbie]

Thanks Chick! Its been a great distraction! Ive not been so focused on anything other than the news in weeks :) Thanks for your support!

[@ashleygonzalez32171]

I adhere my nails even my toe nails with acrylic.

[@NailswithCourtneyCrosbie]

Cool 😎

[@alexandriahammons1352]

I have a question!! How does one go about attaching these to their natural nails? Say if you are a Gel-X or the dupe by beetles user, the glue must be light cured so how would this work?

[@Mae1111-abc]

Hi! Quick question. If i have a nail polish remover with acetone, can i just use that? I dont know if it willl work the same. And for nails like this, can you use normal bail polish and let it dry overnight, or do you need gel polish? Im a teenager on a budget, and I'd like to learn to paint my press-ons.

[@NailswithCourtneyCrosbie]

@Choaticsibling1111 hi! Yes, regular nail polish remover with acetone is fine :) regular nail polish is fine too, but it takes a while to dry. 24hrs is probably enough depending on how thick they are painted. The problem arises when you press down on the nail to apply it, if it's not 100% dry it will leave a fingerprint in the polish. I'd reccomend painting one extra nail, that you'll be able to test if it's completely dry without worrying about wrecking it :) have fun!

[@luswyr8254]

lovely video! Thankyou :)

[@NailswithCourtneyCrosbie]

You're welcome 😍

[@jmuneyy._2128]

Did you make the thing that the press ons are on? If so tutorial?? 💘 good video queen 👑

[@NailswithCourtneyCrosbie]

Thank you 😊 do you mean the sticks? Those are called orange wood sticks. Usually people use them to push cuticles back but I use them with a bit of blu tax/poster tac to hold the nails.

[@jmuneyy._2128]

@@NailswithCourtneyCrosbie ooh smart!!! Tysm for sharing ❤️

[@xplane6693]

thank you 😍

[@BlimeyT.]

THANK U!!

[@BlimeyT.]

thanks!!

[@thelifeofmay2004]

I want to start my press on business, I been working on some nails but some tend to shrink, what am I doing wrong? Should I change the nail brand or?

[@itsbellabug]

Thelifeofmay this has happened to me too and what I have learned to do is to go a size up for every nail and I like to file down the sides a little bit not much at all but just enough so that once it shrinks down it wont be too big. I know this isn’t super helpful but I think when the plastic from the nail and the chemicals in the polishes almost like melts the plastic it is so weird lol but after doing this couple times you should get used to it. If you are worried about not having sizes the you can try to find a different brand of nails that runs their sizes bigger. I hope this was helpful! Have an amazing day!! 😊

[@yeormom]

does the type of polish you use matter? like if i used regular nail polish would it stay on? or do i need to use gel polish?

[@NailswithCourtneyCrosbie]

You can use nail varnish. But it needs ro dry 24 hours or more before handling. Use a base and topcoat as well.

[@Heluvsavaaxx]

How do you remove them? Do you just take the nail off or do you have to take the polish of first?

[@NailswithCourtneyCrosbie]

If you're soaking them off with acetone you should remove the polish and take down the length. Removal will be a lot easier. If you're using the gel adhesive tabs, you can just soak them in warm water and gently remove.

[@simfimpim]

Hi! Very helpful video. Can the nails be filed and shaped once they are put or will that ruin the edge of the nails?

[@NailswithCourtneyCrosbie]

Thanks! The polish might chip if you shape them after painting them. You can put them on and then paint them tho Xo

[@alyshakelley2684]

Wait, when you get your size of your nails, do you size up one size than what your nail is?

[@prettyyoungthing1008]

How do you get your cuticles so clean? Mine are terrible 😅

[@NailswithCourtneyCrosbie]

Consistent Hydration is key :)

[@precioust7422]

Thank you this helped.. My birthday is Friday and nails shops are closed so I have to do this😂.. But can I use any thing else if I don’t have blue tact

[@NailswithCourtneyCrosbie]

Happy birthday!! must be about your birthday again this year! hope you can get your nails done this time :)

[@NightBorne2]

I just started making my own press on nails and I went and bought all kinds of full cover nail tips but I noticed a lot of them were soft gel tips and not plastic.. could I still use the soft gel tips like this?

[@NailswithCourtneyCrosbie]

@NightBorne2 hi 👋 yes those are fine. Lots of people prefer those type anyways as they are less likely to break, and mould to the natural nail easier. Have fun!

[@NightBorne2]

@@NailswithCourtneyCrosbie Thank you so much!!!

[@aiiuukirei]

Can I use a regular nail polish for press on nails for sell ? Will it stay on the polish? Or will they chipped ?

[@NailswithCourtneyCrosbie]

Yes absolutely. It will last just as well. Make sure to allow each layer to fully dry, and leave them for atleast 24 hours after completing them before trying to apply them.

[@kays9275]

Hi Courtney, I have followed your instructions but I once I put the nails under the uv lamp (60 s) they have all come out sticky. I cured them longer, but it made no difference. Do you know why this may have happened?

[@NailswithCourtneyCrosbie]

Hiya. Yup, I do. That's called the inhibition layer and its totally normal. You just leave it if its a color layer. If your topcoat is sticky, just wipe it off with isopropyl alcohol. Xx

[@kays9275]

@@NailswithCourtneyCrosbie, thank you so much Courtney. That makes sense. I'm going to try it again this afternoon :)

[@amandaa9925]

Lots of great info! Thank you. So yo prep your tips now you only use acetone to wipe and no buffing? Because buffing takes so much time lol. So glad to find your channel❤❤

[@NailswithCourtneyCrosbie]

Yes! No buffing needed. I'm so glad to just wipe with acetone. I was forever dropping the tips while buffing .

[@vietbabyxo]

Nails with Courtney Crosbie Is that the same with all tips? With Apres tips too? Xx

[@NailswithCourtneyCrosbie]

@@vietbabyxo I've not used aprés tips before do I couldn't say for sure. Xo sorry

[@user-en5kf9tk7z]

What does Wiping them it’s acetone do?

[@MsFavoriet]

acetone removes the oil and makes the nailpolish stick better I believe, but I'm not certain

[@addictivenails3720]

its like a dehydrator it help the polish to stick more to the nail so it dont chip. like she said, you can buff it too or use alcool or a base coat. personnaly a buff them AND use a base coat.

[@girijakhandge5581]

Whic brand of nails will u prefer for press on ??

[@NailswithCourtneyCrosbie]

Honestly, the cheapest. I've tried a few and they all seem very similar to me but I know other people can be fussy and buy from big brands. I just get them off Ali Express

[@May-May-Sue]

I wish you showed when you put them on lol

[@NailswithCourtneyCrosbie]

@@May-May-Sue sorry! There's another video somewhere in here that I apply them xx

[@7LELEkiwi414]

Thank you !!!!!!!

[@NailswithCourtneyCrosbie]

my pleasure!

[@susielifts]

Hi! I’ve just discovered your channel! I have a question… my full cover tips will curl and shrink under the lamp. How can I prevent or lessen it? Thank you!

[@NailswithCourtneyCrosbie]

Hi! That usually happens when I use products that are really hard like gel or acrylic. Topcoat has this effect as well. I try to keep the gel polish really thin, and the topcoat too. You could always size up the tips to compensate for the shrinking though.

[@susielifts]

@@NailswithCourtneyCrosbie thank you kindly!

[@nilima_sasmal]

Why all my glossy nail polishes are turning matte when I'm applying it on plastic nails

[@NailswithCourtneyCrosbie]

@nilima_sasmal I'm not sure, usually it is the topcoat that gives the nails a shiny or matte finish. The polish you're using on the plastic nails should have the same effect that they have on natural nails. I have seen air dry polishes behave erratically when used in extreme hot or cold temperatures. I'd reccomend applying a shiny Topcoat over the nails. If you're using gel polish, it is normal for the colors to be matte ( if you wipe them off after curing, which you wouldn't normally do. ) it is the topcoat that provides the shine. Sorry if that didn't help at all, it's hard to advise without knowing the specifics of the brand and technique that you're using. X

[@natalieparker9669]

Hi do you need to apply a base coat before the gel polish colour?

[@NailswithCourtneyCrosbie]

Some people find it's enough to buff the nail rather than apply base coat. Some people just wipe it off with acetone. I recently had a problem with those Techniques. So now I buff, and use a base coat.

[@annab8108]

Where do you buy these press on nails (before you paint them)??

[@NailswithCourtneyCrosbie]

I got these from Ali Express probably. This was filmed a long time ago so there are so many different kinds you could try now. I like these ones from amazon amzn.to/3TTjsxa

[@Daisydaisy17]

Hi I just ordered some things off Amazon to try to start doing my own press ons , I do not have gel polish now to start off , how many layers do u think I should put on each nail with the regular polish? I seen u answer another's that u have to let them sit for 24 hrs maybe more .

[@NailswithCourtneyCrosbie]

Hiya, usually 2 or 3 coats will be enough. Yes, Definitely let them dry for at least 24 hours! Also don't forget a top coat 😊

[@Daisydaisy17]

@@NailswithCourtneyCrosbie thank you 🥰 so much love the video an nails by the way cute 😍

[@NailswithCourtneyCrosbie]

@@Daisydaisy17 thank you. Good luck on your journey! Please share any pics of your nails with me. Tag me on Instagram or post them in my custom tip support group on Facebook 😍

[@lailomakhalil7235]

Hi love the blue sky a44 nail paint! Unfortunately can’t find it here in Canada, can you recommend another brand that might have a similar shade?? Thanks 😊

[@NailswithCourtneyCrosbie]

Hiya, while I am Canadian, I have never bought nail supplies in Canada so I really can't say. I dont even know of any Canadian brands off the top of my head. So sorry 😣

[@lailomakhalil7235]

@@NailswithCourtneyCrosbie that’s okay! Thanks for the reply anyway 😊

[@k.and.i]

The small blue gem thingy with the magnetic black attachment...what are those called please? I need to order some but have no idea what to search up

[@NailswithCourtneyCrosbie]

Hey , search for nail tip holder. Or crystal nail tip holder. :)

[@gbbnkk]

Hello, if you sell to clients how do you know what size of nails you should sell to them? I'm not sure if when you purchase the nails if they come in different sized? Thank you :)

[@NailswithCourtneyCrosbie]

Hi ☺️ so when you buy a package of pressons at a high Street store, you get 20-24 nails. That's because usually there are 2 of each size, and there are 10-12 sizes depending on brand. When wearing them, You just pick the ones that fit best, and throw the rest away. The same principle applies when you create nails to sell. Provide 2 of each size. You cannot guarantee that any accent nails will fit the nail that the customer is hoping it would. Usually I will do accent nails on the two biggest, and size 6/7 because these are very common among everyone. There are other options ofcourse, like having the customer take measurements of their nails, but thats not as easy as it sounds.

[@lorece94]

Excellent info! How long do you cure each time?

[@NailswithCourtneyCrosbie]

Thanks. 60 seconds in LED xo

[@lorece94]

@@NailswithCourtneyCrosbie THANKS!

[@marilynmorrison4936]

I apply the nails and then I file them, it is hard to hold onto the nails as they get smaller. In my 12 years of wearing false nails my method is the easiest and the quickest.

[@NailswithCourtneyCrosbie]

Yea that works well if you're wearing them yourself. I make them for other people so can't wear them to paint them.

[@Snowlily01]

Okay. Back here. I’m just rly troubled by the prepping thingy. Buffing takes time and wiping with acetone seems to break all my tips? How do u do it so well ? I’m so troubled 😩😩😩

[@NailswithCourtneyCrosbie]

It depends on the kind of tips. Some don't work well with the acetone wipe. You can always charge extra to make up for the time it takes to buff, but i tend to just use a base coat rather than just buffing.

[@eatsipandbemerry]

I’m just wondering do you file or buff the surface of the nail? Or does the acetone cancel that out as well?

[@NailswithCourtneyCrosbie]

Some brands of tips, you can just use acetone. You will know because it turns them sticky after you wipe them. If they don't go sticky, then forget that and buff them xo

[@user-en5kf9tk7z]

Why didn’t u use a base coat, did acetone replace it?

[@NailswithCourtneyCrosbie]

Yea. Acetone makes these tips sticky and you don't need a base coat x

[@manar7925]

@@NailswithCourtneyCrosbie do you have to wipe off the sticky layer of the base coat after curing ( soak off gel) before applying gel polish??

[@NailswithCourtneyCrosbie]

@@manar7925 no you don't want to wipe that off. The only sticky layer you should wipe is the topcoat (if it has one) with isopropyl alcohol xo

[@delisha3066]

can you paint them with normal nail polish and a hairdryer

[@NailswithCourtneyCrosbie]

Yes absolutely 😃

[@RealGlowup]

💖💖💖

[@marquitashiver6141]

Where can I get those boxes? Want to do my press ons and put them in boxes for myself lol

[@NailswithCourtneyCrosbie]

bagnboxman.co.uk/product/black-jewellery-box-211-x-65-x-16mm/ here you go