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From Artist to You: Press-Ons Reinvented

Designed by me, Katie, a nail artist in California, I wanted to create press on nails that actually support nail artists by giving us a way to take our art back! Thank you for supporting us and being here :)

How It Works

  • Prep your nails!

    Gently buff the surface of your nails with the file. Then once all nails are matte, use the alcohol wipe to cleanse the nail!

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  • Add glue!

    Once you have sized all your nails properly, add a blob of glue in the middle of your nail, and in the middle of the nail tip! The middle is best to prevent flooding!

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  • Roll and press!

    Starting at the cuticle, roll your press on down and through the nail to help the glue spread evenly underneath, then hold and press for 20 seconds!

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Make Your Press-Ons Last 3+ Weeks

Plus How to Take Them Off Like a Pro

Customer Reviews

Overall rating: 4.8 / 5 from 28 reviews.

Customer photo review of Tortoiseshell Press On Nails

Horrible photos…Buuuuut these are actually the best press ons I have ever tried. They stayed on for two weeks before I had to glue one back on. Absolutely love them! I also shaped them a little more pointed oval so the shape is a little smaller towards the ends! :) I also buff my nails and then do a dehydrator and a primer idk if that’s helps them stay longer but love!

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Customer photo review of Tortoiseshell Press On Nails

I work in the beauty industry and tried every press on brand out there and these are hands down the best. With most designed press ons, you can tell that a machine created them, but not with these. Each nail looks hand painted and the tortoiseshell is dimensional. The fit and length are perfect. Can’t wait for more designs to come out!

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Customer photo review of Tortoiseshell Press On Nails

I’m truly impressed with the way these look and feel. It looks like my real nails. I forgot I had them on! Used the double sided glue stickers for an evening event I attend and these didn’t even budge! Lasted all night, slept with these and had them on the next day. I received several compliments! I’m obsessed and I really love these.

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Customer photo review of Tortoiseshell Press On Nails

I am absolutely obsessed with these nails. They were so easy to apply and look so natural. Will definitely be purchasing more!!

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Customer photo review of Tortoiseshell Press On Nails

I got SO many compliments on my nails with this set. And I don’t know what magic they are putting in their press-ons, but they lasted longer than any other brand I’ve tried. 10/10 can’t wait to try more!!

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Customer photo review of Tortoiseshell Press On Nails

Upon receiving these, I was a little scared because they felt very thin compared to other nail brands that I have tried. But surprisingly, these are holding up very well with the sticky tabs. I use the sticky tabs because I have had bad reactions to nail glue in the past so currently I’m only using sticky tabs. The one thing I will say is you can tell they are digitally printed because you can see some of the pixels. And I’ve noticed after two or three days of where the tips of them are losing the color.I’m

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Customer photo review of Tortoiseshell Press On Nails

Love love love these! They are beautiful, easy to apply & more importantly of great quality! I’ve been getting my nails done professionally for ages, and I have received MORE compliments on these nails than I have ever before. I have been stopped by a stranger almost everyday that I’ve had them on. It’s been over 2 weeks (and counting) and they still look amazing! The set comes with everything you need & more. I’ve never had so many nail sizes to choose from. The shape of the nails (the tip & at the nail bed) is perfect. People do not believe me when I say these are press ons!!

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Customer photo review of Tortoiseshell Press On Nails

Absolutely the best press ons I’ve ever used!! Hands down (lol) Truly last forever and such high quality and so easy to use even for an amateur!

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Customer photo review of Tortoiseshell Press On Nails

Best press ons ever! First of all, I’m obsessed with the tortoise shell design, it looks so chic and I feel like I’m ready for any plan. They were so easy to apply, saved me a trip to the nail salon and also saved myself a little money too! They have lasted me so long, can’t wait for new designs to come! 🩷

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Customer photo review of Tortoiseshell Press On Nails

Best press-on nail kit ever! Amazing quality & easy to use. Treated myself to a set & bought few more for gifts. It’s nearly impossible to find a nail tech in my area that can handle torties. SO happy Katie/Nail Thoughts came out with these!

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Customer photo review of Tortoiseshell Press On Nails

Love these torties!! Everything you need comes in the box and I love that you can use the glue or the stickers I opted for the stickers and the nails stayed on until I took them off, just a bit of nail oil and the stick that came with the nails did the trick. No damage! Highly recommend!

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Customer photo review of Tortoiseshell Press On Nails

This is over one week wear. Im typing all day everyday and constantly tapping my fingers 😆 I loooooove these so much!! Can't wait to order more. Patterns on pattern on pattern for dramatic effect, lol ❤️

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Customer photo review of Tortoiseshell Press On Nails

They were the perfect gift for my mom!!! 🥹✨ Because we live in different states, I don’t have many chances to be able to do her nails so these were the next best thing. I’m extremely happy with how they turned out! Super cute design and so easy to put on!!! I followed Katie’s instructions exactly and it was so easy to do and they have stayed on perfectly 🥹🫶 She really loves them and loves that she gets to feel pampered even when we’re apart 🤍🤍 Bonus: she can take these off whenever she feels like she ready for a new set without waiting for them to grow out/having to go through the hassle of soaking off her nail’s herself.🤩 🙌

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Customer photo review of Tortoiseshell Press On Nails

These press ons are beautiful . The design is gorgeous & I love that each nail is unique - you truly can’t tell that these are press ons! I loved the sizing options - I had several size options for each nail & it was hard to choose because the fits were so great. I used the glue and the nails felt very secure. The shape and length are also very natural looking and it truly felt like they were part of my own nails. With that said, I wish the nails were a little thicker. While i think that being thinner added to a better fit & more natural look, it also made the tips softer/more bendable & after a few times of day to day resistance against the nail (ex: reaching into jean pocket) a few of my nail tips cracked. Also, after I initially applied them, I felt the tips were a little sharper than i was used to, however they smoothed out after a few days of wear. I would still purchase again, as they are gorgeous nails, just not as durable as I’ve experienced with other brands & they are still a great value vs acrylics. Take off was very easy - I used the wooden stick and coconut oil.

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Customer photo review of Tortoiseshell Press On Nails

❤️🐢💅🏼 Absolutely LOVED the tortoise pressons!! I’m allergic to nail glue so the double-sided tape was perfect for me! Perfect for some weekend fun and they were easy to apply, stayed on without issues and were super easy to remove. Best part is that with some more double sided tape, I can do it all over again. Everyone is getting torties for stocking stuffers!!

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Customer photo review of Tortoiseshell Press On Nails

Love these press on nails! They were so easy to put on and I’m the worst at nails. So nice and quick to have some fun nails for a weekend occasion. I have gotten a lot of compliments. Love the sizing options and shipping was super quick. Can’t wait to order another design!! 🥰

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Customer photo review of Tortoiseshell Press On Nails

Super easy application. This only took me 15 min MAX to do! They FIT GREAT and are light weight. Doesn’t feel like I have press on’s on :) and the obvious..they're so cute!

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Customer photo review of Tortoiseshell Press On Nails

I AM OBSESSED! These nails have all the details of a real set of Nail Thoughts torties and I have received SO MANY compliments this week. People thought they were my real nails and I understand why; I mean, even I forgot I was wearing them (it's been 5 days)--they are extremely comfortable and remind me of having my nails long with gels on. I have washed my hair every day and really put these through the ringer and they have not popped off! I used the nail glue and followed KT's instructions. Bonus: I'm using the instructions card as a cute bookmark!! 10/10 <3 Can't wait for the next set!

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This was my first time wearing press ons, and I love them! They fit perfect, and I couldn't even tell I had false nails on.

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Love the design and shape but I wish they were a bit thicker, not so flexible. Other than that I love them!

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I would not use the glue they came with very cheap and damaging. Nails I could tell the printer design, were thinner than I expected, choices didn’t result in any ‘perfect’ size , bought for the design .

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I am a nail tech and I love your tortie kit! My good friend. who is a long time fan of yours (and your parents,) can’t make it to get her nails done often. I bought her two sets of press-ons for her bday so she can still feel fabulous when she can’t come get my polishing services. Xo

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Love the tortoise shell set, was able to wear for about 3 weeks without issues.

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Definitely the prettiest press on nails i’ve ever seen! :) obsessed with them

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Got Questions?

We’ve got answers (and maybe a few extra tips to make your nail life easier)

I have the perfect video for you!  https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gu20WRO0oCA&t=170s

I have plenty of videos of me using my products on my clients and my own nails on my youtube channel here: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCH3YXhBxLBjqiMGXPwF2iNw 

But I also have an online gel manicure foundations course on how to get your gel manicures to last a month if you need more detailed guidance!

Yes I do! Here is a link to all of the NT gel distributors ranging from the UK, to Canada, Australia, etc! Check to see if your country is on the list!

Email us with your order number and your questions at hello@nailthoughts.com

Email info@kokoistusa.com with any questions you might have about my gel line or any questions about your order!

Email us at hello@nailthoughts.com and we will get that sorted for you!

All press on sales are final. As for my gel colors, you can email info@kokoistusa.com for returns!