01Prep your cuticles
Wash your hands, then soften and tidy the cuticle area. Gently push back and remove excess dead skin, then clean the nail surface and let it dry completely.
Cuticle Oil Pusher Pen$16.99
How it works
Twelve minutes. Then two to three weeks off.
Not a new skill to learn. Faster than what you already do.
How to apply
Prep is the whole secret.
Nail prep is the most important step. Take a minute to push back, file, buff and clean, and the adhesive grips properly. That is what keeps your set secure for weeks, with no lifting. Five steps, about twelve minutes, and everything you need is in the kit.
Cuticle Oil Pusher Pen$16.99
02Prep natural nails
Push back your cuticles and file your natural nails to your preferred shape and length. Thoroughly buff the entire nail surface, making sure no shiny areas are left. Finish by wiping each nail thoroughly with an alcohol wipe to remove all dust, oil and residue, then allow nails to dry completely before application.
03Choose your adhesive
Pick your wear time: adhesive tabs for up to 7 days, or nail glue for 2–3 weeks. Apply a thin, even layer to the natural nail and inside the InstaGel® tip.
Semi-Gel Nail Glue – 10g$14.99
04Press and hold
Place the nail at a 45° angle starting from the cuticle, then slowly press down toward the tip. Hold firmly for 10–20 seconds until fully sealed and no air bubbles.
05Shape and shine
File to your preferred shape and length if needed, then gently smooth the edges for a clean, seamless finish.
How to remove
Loosen first. Then lift.
Removal is where nails get damaged, so never pull or peel. Soften the adhesive first, with warm water or a few drops of removal oil, and each nail lifts away on its own. Your natural nails stay healthy, and your set stays in shape to wear again.
Method 1
Warm water soak
- 1LIFT THE EDGEGently lift one edge of the nail to create a small gap. Do not force or peel the nail.
- 2SoakSoak nails in warm, soapy water with a little oil for 15–20 minutes, allowing the mixture to work into the gap and soften the adhesive.
- 3Gently removeOnce loosened, gently lift and work around the edges until the nail releases.
Method 2
Removal oil, the fastest way
- 1LIFT THE EDGEGently lift one edge of the nail to create a small gap. Do not force or peel.
- 2Apply oilApply 1–2 drops of acetone-free removal oil into the gap and around the edges.
- 3Wait and removeAllow 2–5 minutes for the oil to work, then gently lift and remove.
Acetone-Free Nail Removal Oil$25.99
Tips
- Never rip nails off dry. Forcing them is what damages your natural nails.
- Still holding on? Add another drop or soak a little longer, then try again.
Aftercare
- Remove any leftover glue residue.
- Lightly buff nails if needed.
- Apply cuticle oil or moisturiser.
How to reuse
One set. Wear it again.
InstaGel® nails are built to be rewearable. Removed gently and stored safely, your set is ready whenever you want it: for the weekend, the wedding or just a Tuesday.
01
Clean the back
After removal, gently wipe away any leftover glue or tab residue from the back of each nail.
02
Store by size
Keep each nail in its size slot in the case so the set stays in shape.
03
Reapply with fresh adhesive
Use new glue or a fresh sticky tab, and apply just like the first time.
Watch: cleaning and reapplying a set
Proprietary 5-layer InstaGel® technology
Five layers of real soft gel. Already cured.
Most press-ons are one piece of printed plastic. Ours is built the way a salon builds a gel manicure, layer by layer, then cured before it reaches you. That is why it looks like gel, and why it lasts.
The honest comparison
Salon quality. Zero salon logistics.
Salon gel
Standard press-ons
NailVē InstaGel®
Application
Two hours in the chair, plus travel
15–20 minutes, fiddly glue
About twelve minutes, at home
Wear
Around 2–3 weeks
Often a few days to 1 week
Up to 2–3 weeks
Finish
Glossy salon gel
Often flatter, plastic-fake looking
Pre-cured soft-gel depth + shine
Fit & feel
Sculpted to your nail
Can feel rigid or sit flatter
Flexible soft gel with a sculpted apex
Removal
Filing, drilling or soak-off
Peel or soak, depending on glue
No drilling. Gentle soak-off removal
Natural nail impact
Repeated filing, drilling & soak-off can weaken nails
Depends on glue & removal
Gentler on natural nails
Logistics
Appointment required, hope for a good tech
None
None. It is already in your drawer.
Cost
$70–130+ a visit
Around $15–$35 per set
From $32.99 a set
Love them or they’re free.Conditions apply. See the terms
Questions
The ones everyone asks.
Wear time depends on your adhesive. Adhesive tabs are best for shorter wear of up to 7 days, while nail glue can last around 2–3 weeks with proper prep and application.
They’re designed for gentler wear and removal when used correctly. Never force them off — soften the adhesive first with warm soapy water or our acetone-free Nail Removal Oil, then gently lift and remove.
If your first set isn’t right for you, contact us within 14 days of delivery. If your claim qualifies, we’ll help make it right with a replacement or refund.
That’s exactly what we designed InstaGel® to avoid. The pre-cured soft gel, tapered cuticle edge and natural structure create a glossy, salon-finished look that sits more seamlessly on the nail.
Each set includes 30–32 nails across 16 sizes. Before applying, choose the nail that fits from sidewall to sidewall without sitting on the skin. If you’re between sizes, lightly file the sides for a more precise fit.
Yes, depending on how they’re applied and removed. Adhesive tabs make reuse easier, while glue residue may need to be gently cleaned from the inside before wearing them again.
We dispatch from our Melbourne warehouse every business day via Australia Post. Standard delivery within Australia is usually around 2–7 business days, while Express is around 1–3 business days.