How to Apply Target Press-On Nails

Gather your supplies

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Prep your nails

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Size your nails

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Apply nail glue to the press-on nail

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Press the press-on nail onto your natural nail

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File and buff the edges of the press-on nails

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Apply cuticle oil

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Apply top coat

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