About
The Glossary’s ultra-reusable gel press-ons are crafted from premium materials and hand-painted by artists paid fair, living wages.
Our nails are made with the exact same steps and materials as gel manicures in salons, which means we are just as glossy as real gel manicures (unlike factory-made plastic press-ons), and even more sturdy — when worn with sticky tabs, our nails can be re-worn as many times as you like.
These press-ons are also gentler on your nails than salon manicures and kinder to the planet than single-use alternatives. Each wear using our stickie tabs lasts 1–2 weeks, and can be removed in just minutes. Every set is made to last at least 2–3 years. Which means you get to re-wear a favourite design at any time, and get 3-4 sets at the cost of a single salon trip!
Plus, by providing sized sets, you no longer have to throw away the extra, unworn pieces found in 24-piece or 30-piece boxed sets, reducing waste -- better for you, and the planet.
The Glossary is a BIPOC woman-owned small business based in Toronto. Find us on Instagram @theglossarynails or contact us here on the website! We’re always happy to chat—don’t hesitate to reach out!
Sticky Tabs
Repeated gel, acrylic, or even regular polish applications to your nails cause nail brittleness, peeling and cracking. Repeated use can lead to skin cancer. Your nails need time to recover between applications, in order to grow back healthy and strong.
Sticky tabs are a healthier alternative for your nails. They can last up to 1~2 weeks, if applied properly, but can also be removed at any time. With them, you now have the freedom to match your nails to your outfits, and give your nails some time to breathe.
Size Chart
|
Thumb |
Index |
Middle |
Ring |
Pinkie |
|
|
XS |
14 |
10 |
11 |
10 |
8 |
|
S |
15 |
11 |
12 |
11 |
9 |
|
M |
16 |
12 |
13 |
12 |
10 |
|
L |
17 |
13 |
14 |
13 |
11 |
How to Get Your Size
Line up the left side of your nail with the 0 mark on your tape measure.
Stretch tape measure across your nail bed firmly. Note down width on the right side of your nail.
Repeat for all nails.
size in MM
Use the size chart to find the sizing that’s closest to your nails, allowing for variations of up to about 1 mm. Slight differences in sizing will not be noticeable in daily wear.
Ex. 15-11-13-11-8 ➡️ Size small.