Bespoke Beauty: How to File and Shape Your Press-Ons for a 100% Custom Fit
At TsukiNails, we provide standardized sizing, but we know that every hand is a unique masterpiece. Sometimes, a nail might be slightly too wide for your nail bed, or perhaps you want to turn a medium almond into a short, sporty oval. The beauty of our high-quality gel press-ons is their flexibility. With a few simple professional hacks, you can customize your set for a fit so seamless, people will swear they grew from your own cuticles.
1. The "Sidewall" Slimdown
If a press-on nail is slightly too wide, it can pinch or look bulky.
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The Hack: Hold the nail at a 45-degree angle and file the sidewalls (the sides that touch your skin) in one direction. Do not saw back and forth. Because TsukiNails use multiple layers of real gel, the edges will remain smooth and won't delaminate. This creates a "bespoke" width that matches your natural nail bed perfectly.
2. Customizing the Cuticle Curve
Some people have square cuticles, while others are more rounded.
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The Hack: Take your TsukiNails Sponge Buffer and gently file the base of the press-on (the part that sits near your skin). Shaping this area to match your natural cuticle line is the #1 secret to making press-ons look "undetectable."
3. Shortening Without Losing the Art
Love the design but need a shorter length for work?-
The Hack: Always file from the tip. If you have an ombré or French design, file slowly to maintain the gradient's balance. Our reinforced tips are designed to be filed without losing their structural integrity or high-gloss shine.
Conclusion
Don't be afraid to make your TsukiNails your own. A little bit of filing goes a long way in achieving that "Celebrity Manicurist" result. Ready to start your custom journey? -