Getting the right fit for your press-on nails is key to achieving a natural and comfortable look. I always recommend a sizing kit in the shape that you like, it's just so much easier to use. But another method for measuring your natural nails is by using tape.
What you'll need:
Clear tape or masking tape
Pen or marker (the thinner the better)
Scissors (to cut the tape)
Ruler or measuring tape
Important:
You need to do this on clean, dry and bare nails with no polish or gel as any nail enhancements will influence the measurements and you won't get a true size.
Depending on how thick the pen or marker you're using is, this will add an extra 2-3 mm to your actual size. Remember to exclude this when writing down your final measurements.
Make sure you measure each individual nail on both hands.
Step 1. Use tape to measure the width of your nail
Apply the tape over the largest part of your nail. Gently press down on the tape so that it adheres to your nail without any wrinkles or bubbles.
Step 2. Mark the widest part of your nail
Mark both sides of your nail with the pen or marker. This is the width of your nail.
Step 3. Use a ruler to find out your nail measurement
Remove the tape from your nail, lay it on a smooth and flat surface and measure it with a ruler or tap measure.
Step 4. Write down your measurements for both hands
Repeat this for all of your nails (both hands) and compare it with the sizing guide for the shape and length of your choice.
Remember
If you find that you fall in between sizes for press-on nails, it's better to size up. You can always file down the press on nail to fit your nail but you can't add material.