Find Your Fit | Press-On Nail Sizing Guide
Find Your Fit
Use our standard nail-tip number combinations to choose Small, Medium, or Large. Each number represents a nail tip, listed from thumb to pinky.
Standard Nail Tip Numbers
| Finger | Small | Medium | Large |
|---|---|---|---|
| Thumb | 2 | 1 | 0 |
| Index | 6 | 6 | 4 |
| Middle | 5 | 5 | 3 |
| Ring | 6 | 5 | 4 |
| Pinky | 9 (sometimes 10) | 9 | 9 |
Small: 2–6–5–6–9 (sometimes 10)
Medium: 1–6–5–5–9
Large: 0–4–3–4–9
Estimated Nail Tip Widths
Approximate reference widths, in millimeters (mm), for numbered tips. These are not measurements verified against every tip style we use.
| Tip Number | Estimated Width | Tip Number | Estimated Width |
|---|---|---|---|
| 0 | 18 mm | 1 | 17 mm |
| 2 | 16 mm | 3 | 15 mm |
| 4 | 14 mm | 5 | 13 mm |
| 6 | 12 mm | 7 | 11 mm |
| 8 | 10 mm | 9 | 9 mm |
| 10 | 8 mm |
Sizing disclaimer: Nail tip numbers, sizes, and measurements may vary depending on the brand, shape, and style of nail tips used. All measurements provided are estimates for general sizing reference and are not guaranteed to be exact. For the best fit, we recommend confirming your measurements before ordering.
How to Measure
- Place a small piece of clear tape horizontally across the widest part of your natural nail.
- Mark where each side of your nail meets the tape.
- Remove the tape and measure the distance between the marks in millimeters.
- Repeat for all ten nails.
- Compare your measurements with our estimated sizing chart to help select your best size.
Between Sizes?
Choose the larger size when possible. You can gently file the sides of the press-on nail for a more customized fit. A nail that is too small may feel uncomfortable or lift sooner.
Fit Tip
Measure both hands—matching fingers are not always the same size. For the most accurate results, measure your bare nails without polish or enhancements.
Still unsure? Contact us or message @thelifeofnails_pressons for sizing assistance.