Let’s be real, one size does *not* fit all. If you’ve ever bought those mass-produced press-on sets with “30 inclusive nails,” you know the drill. Half the nails don’t fit, a few fall off mid-dinner, and the rest end up in the trash. Why settle?
Here at Secure The Nails, every set is handmade to order, which means getting your perfect fit is everything. Here’s how to measure your nails the right way and avoid all the frustration.
📏 How to Measure Your Nails Properly
You can follow along with our quick video tutorial to measure in under 30 seconds.
- Stick a piece of tape across the widest part of your nail.
- Use a pen to mark where the tape meets the edges of your nail.
- Remove the tape and place it on a ruler. Record the width in millimeters (mm).
- Repeat for all 10 fingers. Yes, both hands — they can be slightly different!
🛑 Why “Inclusive” 30-Nail Sets Don’t Cut It
We get it, it sounds generous. But those plastic sets with 24 or 30 random nails are mass-manufactured to vaguely “average” sizes. That means:
🔻 Half the nails won’t fit
🔻 No symmetry — left and right hands look mismatched
🔻 They're often thin, bendy, and not made to last
Handmade nails like ours? Thicker. Shaped better. Custom fit for your hands. It’s the luxury difference you can feel the moment you press them on.
💅 Pro Tips for Perfect Fit
- Always round down if you’re in between sizes, a slightly snug fit is better than loose
- Keep your sizing written down for future orders
- Double-check thumbs as they tend to vary the most
✨ Ready to Find Your Perfect Fit?
Once you know your size, the rest is magic. Shop our bestselling press-ons — custom-fit for you, made to last, and always camera-ready.