Quick answer

Apply ROYAL LINEAGE nail wraps by first matching each strip to your nail width, then pressing from the center outward to smooth the deep curve and avoid bubbles. Finish with a clear top coat for shine and durability.

Why ROYAL LINEAGE needs a different approach

ROYAL LINEAGE strips are extra long with deep royal tips and a gold foil smile line. The deep curve means the strip must conform to a pronounced C-curve, so pressing from the center outward is more effective than smoothing from side to side. The gold foil smile line is decorative and can crease if you stretch the strip too much during application.

When to skip the top coat

If you want a matte look, skip the top coat. However, the gold foil smile line may wear faster without a protective layer, so reserve no-top-coat wear for short events.

Step-by-step application for a smooth finish

  1. Prep your nails: Clean each nail with alcohol or soap and water, then push back cuticles and lightly buff the surface. Wipe again to remove dust. Oily or dusty nails are the top cause of early lifting.
  2. Match strip to nail width: Peel the strip from the backing and hold it over your nail. If it overhangs the sides, trim the sides with small scissors before applying. Trimming after application can stretch the gold foil smile line.
  3. Apply from the cuticle: Place the rounded end at your cuticle line, leaving a tiny gap. Press down firmly at the center of the cuticle, then smooth toward the tip. Starting at the cuticle prevents the strip from shifting during smoothing.
  4. Smooth from center outward: Use your thumb to press from the center of the nail toward each side, working out any air pockets. For the deep curve, press the strip around the sides of the nail with your opposite thumb. Work slowly; bubbles usually come from rushing the sides.
  5. Fold and file the tip: Fold the excess strip over the nail edge and file downward with a fine-grit file. Use a gentle angle to avoid tearing the strip. File in one direction to prevent jagged edges.
  6. Seal with top coat: Apply a thin clear top coat over the entire nail, including the tip edge. Let it dry completely before washing hands. A top coat over the tip edge prevents lifting from water exposure.

Product facts

  • ROYAL LINEAGE: 16 real nail polish strips with extra long deep royal tips and a gold foil smile line. The extra length lets you file to fit most nail lengths, while the gold foil detail requires careful placement to avoid creasing.

    ROYAL LINEAGE

    ROYAL LINEAGE