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12 Reasons Women Are Quietly Ditching the Salon for Glowie in 2026
"I was skeptical at first, but these nails are honestly elite. Nobody believes they're press-ons." As seen in ELLE.

By Mia R.
Last Updated 2 hours ago
With thousands of five-star reviews, and features in Instyle Magazine as "the Best Press on Nails in Australia", the tik tok viral nail brand Glowie has quietly become the press-on brand women reach for when they're done with the salon. So what actually makes these different from every other set you've tried? Here are twelve reasons why women are converting to Glowie.
1. You get salon nails in ten minutes, not two hours
A gel manicure means booking ahead, sitting in the chair for two hours, and losing half your Saturday. Our starter set has everything you need for salon-perfect nails that last up to 3 weeks.
2. Easy Application & Gentle Removal
1. PREP your nails with the tools provided in the kit
2. APPLY your choice of adhesive (sticky tabs or glue)
Glowie nails are quick to use, lasts up to 3 weeks and are easy to remove: perfect for those who want beautiful nails without all the hassle.
3. Your natural nails come out healthier, not thinner
Glowie Nails are gentler than a traditional gel manicure because they don't require drilling or acetone removal, are free of harmful substances found in salon acrylics/polish and can be used even on fragile nails.They also help strengthen the natural nail and protect it from breakage.
4. They are built from five layers of real salon gel
Most press-ons are cut from thin ABS plastic that looks fake, and they pop off within hours. Glowie is made from 6 layers of real salon gel that is precured so that it's thick, sturdy and looks like real gel.
5. They cost about $10 a wear, not $80 a visit
With Glowie nails, you can enjoy beautiful nails and true freedom. Instead of spending $1000+ per year at the salon, you only pay $10-12 per manicure with the starter set, allowing you to spend your money on more enjoyable things than sitting in the salon chair.
You also save precious time: while salon appointments often last hours, the Maniko method is completed in 15 minutes or less, faster than traditional nail polish and stress-free. No waiting, no touch-ups, just perfectly manicured nails, whenever you want.
6. Perfect for beginners and short nails
Glowie is super beginner friendly and, application is easier and faster than ever.
7. One set lasts up to three weeks, and you can reuse it
A salon set grows out and you are back in the chair within a 3 weeks. Glowie holds for up to three weeks with glue, and because they are made from real gel, you can take a set off gently and rewear them again.
8. You can try them risk-free for 30 days
We are so sure you will never book another salon appointment that every order is backed by a 30-day money-back guarantee. If you do not love them, email us within 30 days and we will refund you.
9. Thousands of women have already made the switch
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10. The press and the stockists already love them
Elle called them 'Elite', and Glowie has been rated as the #1 Press on Nails brand in Australia by publications such as Instyle, Mamamia, and more.
11. There is a set for every version of you
Whether you are a bride who needs them to last through eight events, a mum grabbing a fresh set before the baby wakes up, or someone who is just done paying salon prices, there is a Glowie style and length for it. With 30+ plus designs, you'll find a set for every occasion.
12. They make gifting easy
Gifting Glowie nails skips the guesswork of shade-matching a lipstick or sizing clothes. Every kit comes with everything she needs, so it works for the friend who lives at the salon and the one who has never tried press-ons.
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