Reusable False Nails
Press-On Nails Prep Pad
Our Press-On Nails Prep Pad is the ultimate hack to get your press-on nails to last as long as possible. This handy pad will deep clean and dehydrate your nails, giving you the best base to apply your Loste press-on nails.
Nail Prep Pad FAQs
Everything you need to know about our false nail prep pad.
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The alcohol wipe is the "insurance policy" for your manicure. It strips away natural oils and dust that would otherwise sit between your nail and the glue. Without this step, the adhesive attaches to the oil instead of your nail, causing the falsies to pop off prematurely.
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Use it as the very last step before applying the glue/sticky tabs. You should have already pushed back your cuticles and filed/buffed your natural nails. Once you wipe a nail, it is officially "prepped", do not touch it with your fingertips, or you will transfer oils back onto the surface.
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Surprisingly, no. Many soaps contain oils or moisturisers that leave a film on your nails, which actually hinders the bond. The alcohol wipe dehydrates the nail plate, creating a bone-dry, "squeaky clean" surface that the adhesive loves.
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Of course! Click here for a full tutorial on prepping your nails for false nails.