Gently push back cuticles using a cuticle pusher to expose the full nail plate, then trim any excess or overgrown cuticle with cuticle nippers. This creates a clean base and prevents the tip from sitting on skin, which can cause premature lifting.

Lightly buff the surface of the natural nail with the provided nail file to remove shine and smooth the nail plate. This step roughens the surface just enough to help the adhesive bond more effectively - avoid over-buffing, as this can thin and weaken the nail.

Wipe the entire nail plate with the provided alcohol-soaked pad to remove any dust, oils, or residue left from buffing. This ensures a hygienic, dry surface for maximum adhesion and helps prevent lifting under the tip.

Choose the sticky tab that best matches the width of the natural nail bed, ensuring full coverage from sidewall to sidewall without overlapping the skin. Press the tab firmly onto the nail, smoothing out any air bubbles for a secure, even base.

Select the glacé tip size that matches the nail width, then approach the nail at a 45-degree angle, nestling the tip's edge as close to the cuticle line as possible without pressing into the skin. Once positioned, slowly lower the tip flat onto the nail bed, pressing down firmly from the center outward for 5 seconds to bond it evenly to the sticky tab.