Detailed Application Tips

Here's where you can find detailed information about applying and wearing Très She Instant Acrylics™

 

How long will my Instant Acrylics™ last?

Très She Glue: When applied correctly with Très She nail glue, your Instant Acrylics™ can stay on for up to two weeks. Wear time will vary depending on your application method and how you wear them.

Nail Stickers: When using the adhesive tabs provided, your Instant Acrylics™ can last up to two days. This method is perfect for a weekend party or a night out, having your nails back to normal for the office on a Monday morning.

Très She Glue and Nail Stickers: When using both the nail stickers and Très She glue, your Instant Acrylics™ can last up to seven days. This method is perfect for medium-term wear, and makes removal easier when you’re ready to take them off.

NOTE: When applied correctly, our Instant Acrylics™ should stay on for their maximum duration; this is, however, dependent on your lifestyle. Factors like how you wear them and which adhesive technique you use will affect the length of time that your nails stay on.

 

Steps for applying your Instant Acrylics™

Instructions for application of your Instant Acrylics™ are outlined on the box, and below we have outlined the steps for three different application methods.

Application using Très She glue:

1. Find the sizes that best fit your nails and lay them out in order
2. Lightly buff your natural nail
3. Wipe each nail using the alcohol wipe
4. Apply a thin layer of glue to your entire nail and place the Instant Acrylic™ down and inline with your cuticle. Hold it down firmly for 5-10 seconds
5. Repeat on all fingers and Voila! - Instant manicure!

For application using Nail Stickers, follow the same preparation steps as above then;

1. Select the nail sticker size closest to your natural nail, gently peel it from the sticker sheet and press it firmly onto your natural nail, being careful not to touch the sticky side of the tab
2. Remove the protective layer of plastic from the tab and place the Instant Acrylic™ down and inline with your cuticle. Hold it down firmly for 5-10 seconds
3. Repeat on all fingers and Voila! - Instant manicure!

For application using Très She glue and Nail stickers, follow the same steps as above, then;

1. Remove the protective layer or plastic from the tab and apply a thin layer of Très She glue to the entire tab. Place the Instant Acrylic™ press on nail down and inline with your cuticle. Hold it down firmly for 5-10 seconds
2. Repeat on all fingers and Voila! - Instant manicure!

HANDY TIPS: Nail adhesives and glues can be tricky to use at first and will require extra care when handling. Things to look out for:

• Don't let the nail glue come in contact with your skin.
• Don't apply too much glue. You only need a minimal amount of glue covering the surface of your natural nail.

 

How do I know if my size is included?

We do our best to cater to all nail sizes, each set of Très She Instant Acrylics™ comes with 24 nails in 12 different sizes. The quality of our Instant Acrylics™ also allows for customisation, if you need a smaller size than what is included in the set you can file the sides to better fit your nail. Our Ultra Long XXX range is a slightly larger fit than Ballerina, with the size 0 in Ultra Long measuring approximately 14mm wide. We recommend the Ultra Long styles if you have larger nail beds.

 

Can I use tabs and glue together?

Yes, this is a great technique, especially if your natural nail has less of a curve than our Instant Acrylic™ press on nail. Applying your tabs onto a clean, well-prepared natural nail and following with glue, will keep the nails on tightly, plus makes removal easier. A win/win!

 

What if I run out of application essentials?

We now have a brand new suite of full-sized tools and accessories to keep you stocked up and sorted.

Fill your travel case or makeup kit with the cutest at-home manicure supplies. All of our tools and accessories are available here.

 

What tools and accessories are available?

Très She eFile is a cute and convenient electric nail file with buffing heads and drill bits that make reshaping, prepping, and reusing your Instant Acrylics™ easy. Every Très She eFile comes with the 5 Drill Bits and 2 Buffing Discs. (get it here)

Push Over Dual Action Tool is a multi purpose tool that is the perfect addition to your kit. Our soft plastic is non-damaging and safe to use. Use the broader tip to gently push your cuticles as the first step of prepping your nails. Use the thinner side to slide under your Instant Acrylics™ to gently remove. The tapered shape glides effortlessly for easy removal. Please note, we recommend waiting at least one week before attempting to remove Instant Acrylics™ that have been applied with glue. (get it here)

Shape Up Emery Boards 5 Pack are professional grade files with quality grit surfaces to optimise your reshaping game. Strong, lightweight and flexible, with both smooth and coarse grits, these can be used to prep your natural nails and reshape your set. For the best results, file in one direction to your desired shape. (get it here)

Get a Grip Brush On Glue gives you precision application and a mess-free finish. Super strong hold for wear time of 2 weeks, or even more. Perfect size to bring with you for on-the-go repairs. (get it here)

Nail Snippers make reshaping as simple as a snip. Line up your Instant Acrylic™ press on nails to your desired length and squeeze to trim. For best results, check the length matches across the set and mark the underside of your Instant Acrylics™ before trimming. (get it here)

Thirsty™ Nail Dehydrator strips oils and dries your natural nails to help extend wear time. Natural oils can be the sworn enemy or Nail Glue or Nail Stickers, adding in Thirsty™ creates the perfect, dry surface for adhesives to stick to. For best results, paint a thin layer after prepping your nails, wait to dry, then apply your adhesive. (get it here)

Nail Stickers 5 Pack for temporary application and easy removal, your best friend if you want to wear your Instant Acrylics™ for a night out and be ready for work the next day. Stickers and glue together are a winning combination for medium-term wear, and makes removal easier. (get it here)

Alcohol Wipes 100 Pack, our specially formulated 70% isopropyl alcohol, nail wipes will remove oils and dirt from your nail beds (while being non damaging to your natural nails) to ensure the best results when applying your Instant Acrylics™️. (get it here)

Très She Mini Nail Buffer has a fine grit on both sides, perfect for buffing your natural nails in prep or smoothing edges of your Instant Acrylics™. (get it here)

Application Kit contains a replacement of everything included with each set of Instant Acrylics™, top up your home-mani kit for another application. (get it here)

Replacement Buffing Plates 6 Pack are available if you wear out your plates included with your Très She eFile. Buffing Plates can be used to buff your natural nails in prep, reshape your Instant Acrylics™, and buff the edges of used Instant Acrylics™ to refresh their shape. (get it here)

Replacement Drill Bits 6 Pack are available if you wear out your drill bits included with your Très She eFile. Très She drill bits are diamond-tipped stainless steel and are best for removing the dried glue from the back of your Instant Acrylics™ before reusing them. Their petite size is perfect to get in the grooves and refresh your set, ready for wear time and again. (get it here)

 

Can I cut or alter the length of my Instant Acrylics™?

All our Instant Acrylics™ are fully customisable, meaning they can be cut and filed to suit your desired length and style, without causing damage to the nail.

To change the length: 

Use our Nail Snippers (here) or any other clippers and cut straight across for your desired length, then smooth the end with a file (Shape Up files available here).

Re-Shape your Instant Acrylics™: 

• Stiletto: Clip each corner off, leaving the peak in the middle, then smooth the edges with a file, leaving a sharp point.
• Almond: Smooth the corners off with a file, leaving all the edges smooth.
• Square: Use acrylic nail clippers to cut straight across. File to finish.

HANDY TIP: Head to our Instagram to view our 'Reshaped' Highlights for customer examples of customised nails.

 

How do I remove my Instant Acrylics™?

If you’ve applied your Instant Acrylics™ using the glue supplied, this can be tricky because our glue is super strong! A helpful video with some clear steps to follow can be found here.

Removing your Instant Acrylics™ when they have been applied with tabs is easy; just soak your hands in warm water for a few minutes and you can simply peel the nails off, one by one. 

To remove your Instant Acrylics™ when they have been applied with tabs and glue, soak your hands in warm water for a few minutes and slowly peel the Instant Acrylics™ off while supporting your natural nail.

 

Can I reuse my Instant Acrylics™?

Our Instant Acrylics™ offer superior quality, so in short, yes. They can be reused if you've removed them carefully.

Reuse will depend on how you wear and remove them each time. If you are hard wearing on your hands, reusing them can be difficult.

Due to the varied nature of how individuals wear their Instant Acrylics™, as a general rule we don’t recommend reusing them.

Like salon nails, Instant Acrylics™ can be damaged from heavy wear and tear or even during the removal process. 

If you do wish to extend the life of your sets, try your best to take good care of them whilst wearing and removing!

HANDY TIP: If you have applied your Instant Acrylics™ with the sticky tabs, after each wear, simply remove any residual tabs from the nail back, using tweezers, before storing your nails for next time.

Dried or built-up glue on the backs of used Instant Acrylics™, can be removed easily with our Très She eFile, available here

 

Why did my Instant Acrylics™ fall off on the first day?

Oh, no! It sounds like something has gone wrong with your application process.

Natural oils or even non-acetone remover residue can be the sworn enemy of your Instant Acrylics™.

Application requires a careful preparation and following the instructions is critical to ensure a long-wearing, instant manicure:

Buff your natural nail bed well, leaving no part shiny. Ensure you have properly cleaned away any nail dust and oils, using the nail cleansing alcohol wipe (provided in each set, or purchase more here).

Take care not to touch your natural nail with your finger after it has been prepared for application.

HANDY TIP: Take the utmost care to apply your nails in a dry, clean environment, free of dust and oils or makeup products. Only the best results will come from a perfectly prepped natural nail!

 

Can I shower or bathe while wearing my Instant Acrylics™?

Of course! Taking a shower or bath is perfectly fine, provided your Instant Acrylics™ have been applied using the Très She glue - which is waterproof and our strongest nail adhesive. 

BUT! If using the sticky adhesive nail tabs, bath-time can present some challenges as the tabs are typically removed by soaking in warm water! We recommend you avoid warm or hot water when using the sticky tabs, until you want to remove them.

If you’ve applied your nails using Très She glue and nail stickers together, we recommend avoiding soaking your hands in warm or hot water for extended periods of time.

 

I got glue on my finger; what should I do?

Glue application can be tricky at first. If you get glue on your finger, wait for it to dry. It can be removed carefully using acetone and a cotton tip. Note: it is crucial not to get acetone on the Instant Acrylics™ as it will damage them. 

Using a q-tip, apply the acetone to the glue on your finger. Then you can scrape the excess glue off your skin with your nail.

 

Can I customise my Instant Acrylic™ press on nails with nail polish or gel?

Très She Instant Acrylics™ have been specifically developed to facilitate customising style and shape. While this means you can clip, file, paint, pierce or adorn your sets to your heart’s content, the best nails for this are our ‘Crystal’ sets. They’re the ideal blank canvas to work with for a customised set. 

Things to remember if deciding to alter your Très She Instant Acrylics™: 

• Our nail finishes imitate a salon manicure and this may affect how gel or nail polished adhere
• Acetone will damage your Instant Acrylics™, so we recommend non-acetone products only
• Any permanent changes made to your nails are at your own risk. While we encourage you to be creative, remember that changes are often not reversible and we can’t be responsible for any damage caused to your sets after customising

 

Can salon gel be used to glue down my Instant Acrylics™?

If you want to have a nail salon gel applied to adhere your Instant Acrylics™, it’s possible on our jelly or transparent styles only. For our opaque styles (i.e. the UV light will not pass through), acrylic could be used instead. We recommend, however - using the glue supplied.

How can I stop the glue from being visible when applying clear Instant Acrylics™?

Follow these steps to assist your application of clear and translucent nails:

• Put a smooth layer of glue on the natural nail bed (keep it as thin as possible) 
• Place your Instant Acrylic™ press on nail down, and line up with the cuticle
• Press down very firmly and hold for 10-12 seconds 

HANDY TIP: Cover the whole nail area with glue thinly, leaving no gaps. If you use too much glue, it will spill out around the sides of your nail, when you are pressing down firmly.

 

WHAT NOT TO DO 

If you've had some issues with your application, don't worry, we can help! Review some of these important tips to see where you may have gone wrong!

DO NOT USE ACETONE-FREE REMOVERS ON YOUR NATURAL NAILS!

You can clean your nails with nail polish remover, but only if it's pure acetone. Any remover that claims to have nourishing qualities will most likely have oil in it, and this will not allow the nail to be glued down well.

DO NOT USE ACETONE ON OUR INSTANT ACRYLICS™!

Acetone will melt Instant Acrylics™, so keep it away from them. Alcohol is advised over acetone.

You can use acetone to remove your Instant Acrylics™, only if you do not wish to use them again; acetone will damage them during removal. 

DO NOT USE COARSE NAIL FILES

We recommend buffers and files with a smooth grit. When applying Instant Acrylics™ or re-shaping, coarse or gritty nail files can cause abrasions or damage. For best results, we recommend filing in one direction only.

DO NOT USE CUTICLE OIL DURING YOUR NAIL APPLICATION

Oils will cause your glue and or adhesive tabs to loosen, and your Instant Acrylics™ will become unstuck or wear-time shortened. If you wish to use cuticle oil, we recommend doing this care step 1-2 days prior to your Instant Acrylics™ application.