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Prep nails by cleaning, shaping, and pushing back cuticles. Select the correct strip size, align the strip over the center of the nail at the cuticle line, then press firmly from the center outward toward the sides. Trim and file away excess in one firm motion to finish.

Apply a drop of nail remover or cuticle oil at the cuticle line, then use a manicure stick to lift a corner slowly. Gradually roll or push the strip off from that corner—avoid peeling it off quickly to prevent nail damage.

Many gel nail strips advertise up to 14 days of wear. Reviewer summaries commonly report they last close to two weeks when applied properly.

A typical pack contains around 32 gel manicure strips in multiple sizes (often 12), plus a prep pad and a nail file. Some packs specify combinations such as 20 base-color strips and 12 accent strips and include instructions.

Gel strips come in gloss and natural/opaque finishes. Color palettes commonly include light tones, medium tones, bright tones, and translucent shades.

Common offerings include multiple sizes (often 12 sizes in strip packs) and popular shapes such as coffin. Extension kits may include larger sets, for example 60 clear nails supplied as two sets of 30.

Avoid lotions, oils, or water for at least one hour after application, and press and smooth each strip firmly during application to ensure good adhesion and longer wear.