Nail-wrap wear time depends on the type of wrap, nail preparation, application and your daily routine. A careful application usually matters more than rushing to add extra products. Start with clean, completely dry nails; remove surface oil; keep the wrap away from skin and cuticle; and seal the free edge neatly.

Water, household chemicals and repeated impact can shorten wear. Give the wrap time to settle before prolonged water exposure, wear gloves for cleaning and use your nails as nails rather than tools. If one edge begins to lift, do not pull it. Follow the product guidance and replace or remove the wrap gently.

Standard, no-lamp gel-style and semi-cured wraps behave differently. Semi-cured designs must be cured correctly with a compatible lamp; no-lamp designs should never be treated as if they need curing. Always use the instructions on the individual product page as the main guide.

Wear estimates are guidance, not a promise, because natural nails and lifestyles vary. For the best result, choose the correct size and avoid stretching a wrap to cover the nail.