Beetles Gel Nail Tips Medium Almond Etch X, 12 Sizes 288 PCS Half Matte Full Cover Press on False Nail Tips Clear Acrylic Nails Extension Glue on Nails DIY Gift for Women

I bought these as part of getting started on doing Gel x nails at home. I like coffin shape, but the coffin mediums are just a little too long for me and the coffin short are not quite long enough. My hope was that I could use the almond medium and snip off the tip to get something like coffin or ballerina. That worked pretty well. Many reviews led me to believe that I needed to spend the money on the Apres brand gel tips, but these worked great for 1/3 the price. I didn't spend much time on my polish or bother with any art because this is my first set done at home and I'm sure they won't last very long. So please excuse my very pink and not very precise polish. I needed to dive in, make the mistakes, and learn. And I did. Start to finish only took about an hour and half. Some are on slightly crooked, almost all have air bubbles particularly around the cuticle. This was actually easier than I thought it would be. I learned that my flash cure device needs to have a motion sensor. It takes both hands to place the nail perfectly over my natural nail and hold it in place while it flash cures. My flash cure device requires a button push in order to light up. I could have done a much higher quality job if I had a third hand, or didn't have to push that button to flash cure. So I'll be replacing that little device. As part of making this doable for me, I used a peel off gel base coat on my natural nails under this mani. I love the gel x nails but the removal process is a nightmare--dealbreaker for home manicures. Acetone destroys my skin and my natural nails so after a while they break easily with even a good regular gel mani. The salon price to pay for a full set of gel x and then the maintenance protocol is way more than I want to spend on my nails. So I've watched a lot of videos on how to do this at home, and in that process I found peel off gel base and learned why people use it. The purpose is to make the removal process much easier and gentler. It's not quite as "peel off" as the name implies so this is not necessarily for one-night nails. My nails are likely to last days to even a couple of weeks but instead of filling in, drilling off and changing the polish, etc., I will remove them without acetone and drilling and just apply a new set. You still need a remover with the peel off base. You typically have to buy or make that separately. I noticed people who don't use a remover give the peel off base bad reviews. Jello Jello peel off base comes with remover. Really all that's needed is some warm soapy water, some cuticle oil, and an orange wood stick. You apply a few drops of a remover around the edges of your nails, or soak them in warm soapy water for about 5 minutes. That loosens the peel off gel base enough to allow the nails to pop off since it is what is covering your natural nail. There is still some basic work involved, but if done correctly there should be virtually no damage to my natural nails. It seems the better you prep your bare nails, the longer the peel off base lasts before your nails start to lift or pop off. Some who did normal gel mani nail prep said even at 2 weeks they were still holding on pretty well. So if you only want a day or two, don't prep your nails. I love these gel nails so far and will buy them again. I found a size to fit all of my nail plates without much filing on the sides. They're comfortable and look nice. They feel strong so I'm not concerned about cracks. I didn't prep the gel nails after I applied them. Most video makers recommend that. I just did a regular gel base coat, two coats of polish, and a top coat. It's been 4 days, I type a lot every day, and my polish isn't peeling or chipping at all. Recommended.

Teen daughters love them for their nails! Easy to use. Saves tons of money for at home use instead of overpaying at the salon. Beautiful colors!

I recently tried the Beetles Gel Nail Tips in Medium Almond Etch for my at-home gel extensions, and overall, I'm quite impressed. The almond shape offers a chic and flattering look, elongating the fingers and providing a modern twist on traditional nail shapes. The tips come pre-etched, which significantly reduces preparation time and ensures better adhesion. The medium length is versatile, suitable for both everyday wear and special occasions. Additionally, the tips are made of durable material, providing a sturdy base for gel application. However, some users have reported discomfort around the cuticle area, possibly due to improper application or flooding of the cuticle with gel. Ensuring precise application and avoiding gel contact with the skin can help mitigate this issue. Reddit Overall, the Beetles Gel Nail Tips Medium Almond Etch offer a convenient and stylish option for DIY gel manicures. With careful application, they can provide a salon-quality finish at home.

Very sturdy press ons! The length was just a little too long for my liking. Will be buying again in short!

The nails have a nice shape, are easy to apply, and last a good amount of time. They also come in various sizes for a good fit. I'm giving them 4 stars because some of them broke very easily.

This was my first time using nail extensions. I was so pleased with how easy it was to use. The size selection and quality of the nails are amazing. The shape and look of the nails are very natural. I really liked how they tapered on the bottom so you have a smooth surface at the cuticle. I did have to file it at the cuticle but not that much. They are a little long for me that’s my fault though I ordered the medium almond. Short almond is what I’m getting next time.

Perfect length!! I absolutely LOVE them!! Great quality and fast shipping as well. Highly recommended!!!

Works great and easy to file to size.

resistenti e fatte bene, unica cosa che ci sono poche misure

Great nail tips! They look very natural on the nail. Theyre very sturdy and strong they won't break/bend with just gel polish like regular full cover tips would. The pre-etched inside is nice too. They dont have a very high apex so perfect if you have flatter nail beds. But the sizes run a bit small, I sill think theyd work for most people but my thumbs are the largest size which is usually never the case. I use them a lot, would recommend.

I thought they would be flimsy but as soon as you apply gel etc they are really good and sturdy.

Vraiment le bon format

This was my first time using pre etched nail tips and I will never use them again. For some reason they weren't nearly as strong as me etching my other extensions. I would spend forever perfecting my nails for them to pop off a day or two later. Don't waste your money.