Love the idea of press-on nails but stuck on which size to choose? Measuring is easier than it sounds. You don't need any special tools, and it only takes a few minutes at home.
💡 Why size matters
Our press-on nails are slightly flexible, so for everyday wear they don't need to match your natural nails to the millimetre. But the closer the fit, the more natural they look and the longer they stay on. A nail that's too wide lifts at the edges and catches on things; one that's too narrow tends to pop off.
🧐 Quick guide: which size am I?
If you don't have a ruler handy, start here. This is based on what fits most of our customers:
- XS — small hands, petite build, or especially narrow nail beds.
- S — the safest first choice. Fits around 80% of our customers.
- M — larger hands or wider nail beds.
- L — naturally wide nail beds or a taller build.
📏 Measure in 3 steps
Want to be sure? You'll need a small piece of tape, a pen and a ruler.
- Tape it: place the tape across your nail and mark the two edges at the widest point (usually the middle of the nail).
- Measure: peel the tape off, stick it flat on a table and measure the distance between the two marks in millimetres.
- Repeat: do this for each finger and write the numbers down.
📊 Size chart (width in mm)
| Size | Thumb | Index | Middle | Ring | Pinky |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| XS | 14 | 10 | 11 | 10 | 8 |
| S | 15 | 11 | 12 | 11 | 9 |
| M | 16 | 12 | 13 | 12 | 10 |
| L | 17 | 13 | 14 | 13 | 11 |
⚠️ Between two sizes? For example, if your index finger measures 11.5 mm (between S and M), choose the larger size.
- Slightly too big: gently file the sides for a perfect fit.
- Too small: it won't cover your nail properly and is more likely to come off.
💬 FAQ
My left and right hands are different sizes. What should I do?
Go with the larger size and file the edges slightly where needed.
It's my first time and I really can't decide.
Start with S. It's the size that fits the most people.
What if I choose the wrong size?
Don't worry. If they're a little big, file them down. If they're too small, message us and we'll help you work out the right size for next time.
Still unsure? Send us a message on LINE @386qufyv or email service@oftenlight.com with your measurements, and we'll recommend a size.