How can I make my fake nails that I just got from CVS stay on longer?

Every time i get nails. they fall off, and then I can't find that size of the finger, so I have to either go buy new ones, or take them all off. I'm tired of spending alot of money, so I can't go get some at a salon, because my mom said after vacation, so after that I will. But untill then, I want them to stay on long. How can I make them stay on longer? No super glue, I use glue duh, and I don't take them off!





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Payton

How can I make my fake nails that I just got from CVS stay on longer?
Hi Payton,


I use these nails also with no problems but here is what I do to prevent the nails from popping off etc. First of all be SURE your nails are clean and completely dry. What you need to do is, after washing your hands well and drying, get some rubbing alcohol and clean each nail with the alcohol on a cotton ball. This will remove any soapy residue and/or oils that might be preventing the nails from adhering properly. Then gently buff each nail after cleaning with alcohol with one of those professional type emery boards....but be sure it's not really abrasive. Some are really smooth for finishing and shining nails and some are really rough for shaping nails. You want one that will just slightly "roughen up" your nail to give the nail glue and artificial nail a better surface to adhere to. After you gently buff your nail, leave the buffed "nail dust" on the nail and apply the glue and the nail. Be sure to press the nail down in the center of the nail and also when applying the nail, be sure to push it down towards the cuticle before pressing. Hold for a few seconds and you should have a good solid nail fit. Just remember, it's probably oils on your natural nails keeping the artificial nail from sticking properly, so the alcohol will really clean the nail and prepare it to buff and apply the glue and nail. Good luck!!
Reply:I'd say.... just use the nail glue. try using a buffer on your nail... but NOT the part that REALLY smooths them out, use the more rough side, then apply the glue, then there would be more for the glue to grip to than a smooth nail surface....That's the only recommendation that I have for you... Otherwise just let your REAL nails grow... and you don't have to worry about your nails just popping off.
Reply:Those kind don't work that great, try the acrylics from the nail salon