BTArtboxnails XCOATTIPS French Nails - Extra Short Square Nail Tips with Nail Gel, French Protecing Duo, Nail Lamp, All in One Soft Gel French Tip Press on Nails Gel

Just for a comparison first photo is from a salon the second is the xsmall xcoat tips. As you can see the x coats fit my nails a lot better, the color matches my nail base better. As a barista the thickness is extra important as I’m cracking open redbulls all day. The salons were so thick I had to take them off within the first week as they were unworkable. The xcoats have the perfect amount of thickness that it does not disrupt my speed working in a drive thru coffee stand. But also nails are not popping off into ppl’s drinks. and the glue holds really well. These also feel extremely comfortable. Secure, but not to the point they hurt. The third pick is for my nail biters. You see where I started from. I wish I took pics b4 putting on the nails but in 3 weeks that radiant cosmetics oil off tiktok completely repaired my nail bed, and nail plate. I even got enough free edge (white part at the top of the nail) to the point I could actually hear my nail tap against a hard surface, and my bf was weirded out by the fact he could feel my real nails.Extra steps that help my nails stay in place (fyi I did these in my bed yall):1. Buying the sally Hansen cuticle remover and using that + a cuticle pusher/and clipper + a efile (I use melodysusie) to get ride of dead skin, and reveal new growth2. Lightly buffing your nails with the file provided in the kit3. Alcohol pads are a must to remove all the cuticle and nail bed work along with any dirt4. Dehydrate those nails (I used Modelones)5. As a beginner I used the solid gel glue tube. More control, more precision (end of each press on and the top of ur natural nail is all u need)6. I etched the nails with my efile7. After gluing, curing all the nails with the provided lamp. In a separate bigger lamp I cure the top coat in for 120 secs (2 rounds of 60) I use the Sunone SunUV lampI will note a few things for my fellow nail biters trying to stop once and for all. As previously mentioned go to tiktok and buy the radiant cosmetics nail oil. If your like me and you bit off the nail bed too then your going to for 3 weeks fight that urge to bite. I know i suffered those 3 weeks. But, if you want long enough nails for xsmall size you gotta commit. I know you’re tired of seeing your bitten nails and that’s why you’re here. If you’re like me you’re too embarrassed to go to a salon again. You probably hide your hands. Trust me 3 weeks to fight the urge for a lifetime confidence boost is worth. If you start now we’ll both be able to fit the medium and long nails by the end of the year.Good Luck Everyone !

The best nails ever! They were super easy to apply and they’re very sturdy! I installed them last week and put them through the ringer between tying and cleaning and they still look beautiful! I also ordered the long stiletto nails which I can’t wait to try next!

I absolutely LOVED these nails!!! They were quick and gave $100 set..!!!! Personally still trying to figure out how to keep them from peeling, but the nails are cute and sturdy.

In the past, I would save myself some money by doing my own nails every Sunday. Then I started thinking that I deserved to pamper myself, and started going to the nail salon. A few months later I re-evaluated and decided that the reward (sitting in a chair) wasn’t worth the amount of money that I was spending. And people never tell you how when you stop doing all that stuff, your nails will be weak and brittle. Now, I have moved to the repair and recover stage and am looking for alternatives or things that I can do myself. So, when my new daughter-in-law recommended this product (BTArtboxNails), I ordered it. It would give me an opportunity to save money and time by doing my own semi-professional manicure. It comes with everything you need: the nails (150 pieces - which means you have enough to give you several manicures), glue, builder gel, top coat, file and small nail lamp. The directions are pretty easy to follow. Simply prepare your nails with a light buff and dehydration polish (which is optional). Add a drop of glue on the nail, add to nail at 45 degree angle, place under lamp, gently file (the portion of the nail that was attached) add builder gel (cure) followed by top coat (cure). Repeat until all your nails are done. Believe it or not, the final product looks very natural. The only two things I am waiting to see is: (1) how long will these lasts and (2) how easy will it be to remove. So far it has been almost a week, with only two nails coming off. They were easy to reapply. Of course, this might be because of user error because I have never applied anything like this before. And (2) my job involves a lot of typing (90% of my job) and I have household chores (washing dishes, etc). The only other cautionary tale that I will provide is the gel glue seems to dry, in the container, if you don’t use it quickly. I might have to invest in some more of that. Regardless, I will definitely be sure to update this review if necessary - with more pros and cons. But today, 4 stars. While this kit may seem expensive, it is definitely cheaper than multiple salon visits.

My new favorite nail kit. Easy to use, perfect sizes, and lasts two weeks. Professional look.