i had acrylic tips for years and now i do gel extensions. i go every 2-4 weeks. it's definitely damaging but i personally don't care because the second i remove them i start chewing and picking at my cuticles like crazy and my hands look horrific. i know it's not for everyone, it's costly and annoying, and yes my natural nails are thinner than paper at this point, but (for me) it is worth it to have decent looking hands and not be biting all the time. also i did try press ons for many months and they just dont compare!!
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For years I dutifully visited the salon every two weeks to paint and fill long acrylic nails that were difficult to type with, expensive and prone to fungus. Then, COVID hit. I started going to pool parties at my friend Jamie Nelsonโs house, saw her luxe red talons, impervious to salon closures, and learned the secret: press on nails. They look like a full set but are cheap, long lasting, easy to apply and easy to remove when you want to do human things like type your novel or pick up a penny. Iโve tried some fun ones on Etsy but find the best quality nails are made by the brand Kiss and are widely available anywhere basic self-care sundries are sold.
Nov 16, 2022
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Everyone randomly loves to compliment my press on nails. stops me from biting my nails and i dont have to deal with passive aggressive nail techs scolding me. When they fall off (or i peel them) i just throw on some new ones, nbd. im not pretending they look as good as acrylics but for $8 i do not care
Nov 10, 2023
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Recently i decided to try press-ons as a way to protect my nails from myself and manage the impulse to pick (#bfrbgang), but didnt know i would be having sooo much fun getting in touch with a sense of glamour and experimenting with femininity in a way i hadnโt beforeย :)
Jan 26, 2024
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i have my dream job, live in my dream city, love my friends, love my wardrobe, love my apartment... sometimes the bliss hits me all at once. i have so much to be grateful for!! :'3
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working with children has made this a permanent part of my daily vocabulary but honestly it feels good!!!
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