(Part 2) Reddit mentions: The best false nails & accessories

[Grey/Silver ear cuff] (http://www.amazon.com/Earrings-Stainless-Feather-Dangle-Cartilage/dp/B009YJWHB8/ref=wl_it_dp_o_pC_nS_nC?ie=UTF8&colid=22XJNUEX0TLAD&coliid=I3D2VSYEI3MH72&psc=1) Jewelry WL

[Another ear cuff] (http://www.amazon.com/Earrings-Teardrop-Stainless-Dangle-Cartilage/dp/B00BEYHYKU/ref=wl_it_dp_o_pC_nS_nC?ie=UTF8&colid=22XJNUEX0TLAD&coliid=IID2FO2NB8WJW) reminiscent of rain. Jewelry WL

[Teeth Whitener] (http://www.amazon.com/Crest-Gentle-Routine-Whitening-Strips/dp/B00336EUU4/ref=wl_it_dp_o_pd_S_nC?ie=UTF8&colid=2TW8KRNAN1IEA&coliid=IVKSW8FTNCDWU) Kind of food related, because stains from food and drink make your teeth yellow c: Rachel's WL

[Acrylic nail buffer] (http://www.amazon.com/file-pedicure-machine-electric-drill/dp/B0086LC0BW/ref=wl_it_dp_o_pd_nS_nC?ie=UTF8&colid=2TW8KRNAN1IEA&coliid=I1RHQVHSE439PL) for my half-sister, because she loves doing acrylic nails and I want her to do mine (: Rachel's WL

[Sugarbabe] (http://www.amazon.com/Sugarbabe-Holly-Hill/dp/1741668182/ref=sr_1_3?s=books&ie=UTF8&qid=1376318142&sr=1-3&keywords=holly+hill) by Holly Hill. I just finished it and it's so f'ing GOOD. Read it asap.

I have not found one thing on the entire internet that is less than a dollar including shipping, but [this scarf] (http://www.amazon.com/WorldPrideInc-Fashion-Leopard-Pattern-Shawl/dp/B007G5DU3G/ref=wl_it_dp_o_pd_nS_nC?ie=UTF8&colid=3PIOYPNJLKXMD&coliid=I3QED8232G384J) is only 3.80 with free shipping, which is pretty cheap. Clothes WL

[This shirt] (http://www.amazon.com/Green-The-Mountain-Shirt-X-Large/dp/B0077RT56E/ref=sr_1_6?ie=UTF8&qid=1376318357&sr=8-6&keywords=cat+shirt). I have wanted this cat shirt for longer than I can even say.

[Another earcuff?] (http://www.amazon.com/Cuff-One-Turquoise-Catcher-Cartilage-Earring-Non/dp/B007SAN54S/ref=wl_it_dp_o_pC_nS_nC?ie=UTF8&colid=22XJNUEX0TLAD&coliid=I6KUWAB35PTJV) You don't say. I love this. No use, really, but it's SO FRIGGIN BEAUTIFUL. i need it. Jewelry WL

[Obviously.] (http://www.amazon.com/The-Notebook/dp/B000YMM3CC/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1376318487&sr=8-1&keywords=the+notebook) It's perfect.

[This.] (http://www.amazon.com/Secret-Agent-Tactical-Ninja-Sword/dp/B002898XBO/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1376318546&sr=8-1&keywords=sword) It's badass.

[One of the many scarves] (http://www.amazon.com/Lightweight-Spring-Infinity-Chevron-Print/dp/B00C8L4Y6A/ref=wl_it_dp_o_pC_nS_nC?ie=UTF8&colid=3PIOYPNJLKXMD&coliid=I35Q6MNUHC2RVL&psc=1) I have on my wishlist. As you may know, my ex roommate stole all my winter clothes, threw them in a box, and gave them to goodwill. I'm not buying all my clothes back, and it gets REALLY cold here. It was really fucked up of her to do and I would really, really enjoy a good scarf for the fall/wintertime when it gets colder than a witch's tit in a brass bra. Clothes WL

[This St. Ive's] (http://www.amazon.com/St-Ives-Moisturizer-Timeless-Collagen/dp/B000UVZU1S/ref=wl_it_dp_o_pd_nS_nC?ie=UTF8&colid=2TW8KRNAN1IEA&coliid=I2GXH419GM2MEI) moisturizer. I want it so badly but it's an add on and I HATE IT. Rachel's WL

[This bedspread] (http://www.amazon.com/Alternative-Comforter-Insert-Filled-Climates/dp/B005GRFTSA/ref=wl_it_dp_o_pC_nS_nC?ie=UTF8&colid=3HJR7JS10OQLQ&coliid=I2AZUW0U2BAUS) is literally essential. I don't even have one and it's really expensive. I'm moving soon, so I'm really hoping I can get it before I move. Things I NEED WL

fear cuts deeper than swords

[This painting] (http://www.amazon.com/Artissimo-Designs-33586CPBG0-1-Piece-Printed/dp/B0090I3NYS/ref=wl_it_dp_o_pC_nS_nC?ie=UTF8&colid=3HJR7JS10OQLQ&coliid=I28TSPL329GE7O) is bigger than a bread box! (: I love itttt~ Things I NEED WL

[This ring] (http://www.amazon.com/Pieces-Ladies-Silver-Infinity-Symbol/dp/B00AWSOHVS/ref=wl_it_dp_o_pC_nS_nC?ie=UTF8&colid=22XJNUEX0TLAD&coliid=IRCUF1DM2ZRDJ) is smaller than a golf ball! I want it so badly. Jewelry WL

[Lady Gaga's Fame Perfume] (http://www.amazon.com/Lady-Gaga-Parfum-Spray-Women/dp/B008PAL9PM/ref=wl_it_dp_o_pC_S_nC?ie=UTF8&colid=2TW8KRNAN1IEA&coliid=IZ78OK8TSWZAA) smells enchanting, if that's the same as wonderful! ;) Rachel's WL

[Acrylic is my toy] (http://www.amazon.com/White-Acrylic-French-Style-Artificial/dp/B008TNQ19E/ref=wl_it_dp_o_pC_nS_nC?ie=UTF8&colid=2TW8KRNAN1IEA&coliid=I1T6NJYKXKCAO8) I know it doesn't count, lol. But I do play with it a lot. (: Rachel's WL

[This backpack] (http://www.amazon.com/Black-Canvas-Backpack-School-Closet/dp/B006FDFJDO/ref=wl_it_dp_o_pC_nS_nC?ie=UTF8&colid=3HJR7JS10OQLQ&coliid=I29YE8Q950WNBN) would be beyond useful for me for school/work/going anywhere. My purse is tiny and I can't complain because my mom bought it for me and I'm very grateful, but I really need something that I can put notebooks in. (: I love this backpack. Things I NEED WL

[This set] (http://www.amazon.com/Essie-Collection-Lacquers-0-46oz-Separator/dp/B00CHZN3CI/ref=wl_it_dp_o_pd_S_nC?ie=UTF8&colid=2TW8KRNAN1IEA&coliid=I13K2VNAIMF03X) ties into my obsession with nail polish and with colors, and Essie. I love Essie. Ugh. So much.

[This crop top] (http://www.amazon.com/FULL-TILT-Womens-Crochet-Crop/dp/B00DUEL94O/ref=wl_it_dp_o_pC_S_nC?ie=UTF8&colid=3PIOYPNJLKXMD&coliid=I3NJQPDSWT307S&psc=1) with [these shorts] (http://www.amazon.com/Vintage-Retro-Women-Light-Flange/dp/B00CK5A7L0/ref=wl_it_dp_o_pC_S_nC?ie=UTF8&colid=3PIOYPNJLKXMD&coliid=I3MVOUBJYPQQGR&psc=1) is awe inspiring to me, because it's the cutest outfit in the world. I couldn't pull it off, but I'd still like to try. (:

Thank you so much for this awesome contest. I really liked finding these items and I hope you like them and find them as cute/inspirational/adorable as I do. (: This was a ton of fun. I love scavenger hunts. <3 You're the bomb.

EDIT; I have four wishlists; Things I NEED WL, Rachel's WL, Jewelry WL and Clothes WL. If I specified after the item I posted one of these four, that means it's on that wishlist. Sorry, just trying to get rid of any confusion. Haha.

I imagine starting will be the hardest part. What I would do if I were you is grow them out a little bit more and then invest in some press-on nails (I recommend Impress because they're the easiest). It necessary that you get a bit more length going though otherwise the press-on's won't have anything to stick to. If you're a guy and/or you don't normally like feminine nail styles, you can get nude colors and clip them so they're not long and so the decorative/white parts aren't showing.

If I were you, I would get quite a few packs. A dozen or so you have plenty of nails. This will cost a bit of money, this method has worked for me when nothing else has though. For $100+ it was worth it... I've picked at my nails for about 21 years as well. My guess is that you'll want to pick them/ bite the press-on's off at first, so it will be helpful to be able to put a new nail on right away when you slip. But hopefully, with time, you can retrain your brain to have calm hands. For me, it also helped to see my hands look beautiful for the first time ever. It really motivated me to stop.

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Edit: Also, someone mentioned acrylic nails which isn't a bad idea either. Acrylics are almost impossible to peel off by hand (at least for the first week) whereas press-ons you could remove the same day. However, I prefer the press-ons because (a) they're cheaper so if you break and bite your nails, you can easily replace it (b) they won't destroy your nails beds (c) they're a lot more convenient.

I'm by no means an expert, but I've dabbled with press ons for special occasions.

I've had the kind where you glue them on, like this: https://www.amazon.com/Kiss-Products-Salon-Acrylic-French/dp/B00TUDNA1O/ref=sr_1_2_a_it?ie=UTF8&qid=1487016441&sr=8-2&keywords=kiss+glue+on+nails and they're ok...kind of a pain to glue on. Some of them lasted over a week, some would pop off a day or two later...I just made sure to keep the glue with me in my purse so I could fix it if I needed to (I wore these on a cruise). They did look good when they were on, though. Taking them off was kind of a pain...some just popped off, but some were STUCK and it's hard to pry them off (and kind of painful).

I also tried these, where it's a sticker that you put on the fake nail and then press on your real nail, like this: https://www.amazon.com/imPRESS-STELLAR-Length-Broadway-Manicure/dp/B01DJLXQHK/ref=sr_1_1_a_it?ie=UTF8&qid=1487016526&sr=8-1&keywords=kiss+press+on+nails and I was SERIOUSLY impressed (no pun intended) by this line. The kiss imPRESS line seriously stayed on my nails for a full week (also on a cruise). They didn't look nearly as "fake" as I thought they would, either. People kept telling me how good my nails looked. Taking them off wasn't TOO bad, some hurt but it didn't seem as bad as the glue on kind. For the ease of application and the minimal damage of these, I would totally recommend this line. They come in a lot of fun colors to try, too. I was surprised by how well they stayed, because I recall these sticker-type nails when I was a teen, but these ones are really good.

With either style, you're not going to have that HARD acrylic feel to them...when you tap them on a table, they'll feel like plastic, not acrylic (which, of course seems obvious thinking about it, but it's still weird if you're used to acrylics having that solid feeling, like I was). Also, since the edges aren't totally attached like acrylic would be, I found that my hair would sometimes get stuck in the edges (like the part next to my cuticle). However, I felt that I was willing to deal with that if it meant not having to deal with acrylics (the damage, the fills, the expense).

Try just basic nail painting first, though, to get the hang of working with the medium and canvas, before jumping into something a little more complicated. Like most things, learning the basics makes the more complex stuff easier, makes mistakes easier to deal with, and makes the end result last much longer.

As an alternative to painting directly on her nails, you can paint whatever you want onto something like these for her to just stick on.

Getting one's nails painted is extremely relaxing, though, so I'm sure that the former is more appreciated. Maybe try getting yourself a manicure (plenty of men do it, and they will automatically assume you want either no polish or clear polish) and watch how they do it/ask questions. It's a whole thing with prep and massages, which can be a really nice and easy-to-do addition, no matter how the nails turn out (though, I'm sure that they will turn out nice, and that will definitely be a plus!!).

Beauty secrets from sally beauty is really good and way cheaper in the long run. I bought a cheap drill off amazon. I've had it for years but it's still good. It came with a bunch of attachments and I bought a random drill bit also off amazon to go with it I can't remember what it's called but it's the kind for when your going to take a lot of the acrylic off.

Edit- this is the drill I got https://www.amazon.com/Aooher-Professional-Electric-Polishing-Manicure/dp/B0171UR798/ref=mp_s_a_1_17?crid=485HL90KTGI8&keywords=acrylic+nail+drill&qid=1551046473&s=gateway&sprefix=acrylic+nail+dr&sr=8-17 but when I got it years ago it was purple and came with more drill bits but tbh I almost never use them. I only ever use those sandy ones or the one I bought separately. The one I bought separately I'm almost positive is a carbide medium grit. I just bought a cheap random one that had good reviews.

wow thats alot!! good job wish i could lose some like that :)

hmm me.. smiling and laughing :))) looking in the mirror motavates me ill just be like ugh get up look how lazy you look lol, my advice just watch the income of food into your body lol and keep moving :)

http://www.amazon.com/SODIAL-Acrylic-False-Clipper-Cutter/dp/B008RTNSJQ/ref=wl_it_dp_o_pC_nS_nC?ie=UTF8&colid=1P1J2PXTIAWMG&coliid=I2HOF1INRANN8N

I would go out and try new food every night if you can! I bet it's amazing there! also, make sure you and your roommate get along :) My roommate and I would always go one 'Roommate Dates" every few weeks! :) Nail stickers / False Nails :)

For easy makeup removal: Coconut oil! slather it on and wipe it off then either wash your face right away or in the morning. skin sensitivity pending.

Nails: I use these super cheap, and I use super glue cause I work at a bar and they work really well. They don't destroy your nails like acrylic because you're not doing all that extra shit with the acrylic and buffer. and I just keep a super glue with me, I test them periodically so if one is weakening I can just pull it and glue it back on. and if they do accidentally pop off they dont hurt like acrylics, really nice alternative for folks who can't justify nail maintenance prices.

If you're wearinf baggy sweaters you can wear tights and slim jeans under that's cute. Whats your footwear situation? That be a way to add some punctuation. 'youth' to me brings images of baggy/comfy college kids swag with hoodies and sweats. but its france so probably not. In the winter I layer with a hoodie with a letterman or starters jacket over it. a more european fitting style could be some drapey light vests (ignore the price I'm talking silhouette) followed by your over coat. What style is your outer wear? Blazers are more trouble than they're worth if you have to wear a layer on top imo. Good for spring.

Here's some long shirt outfit ideas that don't feel too youthful and not sexualized.

For me personally its not even really a transition cause when I'm in my hoodie and no makeup i still look mad young if it wasn't for my height. But I get wanting to dress up a bit sometime and feel like you're accurately expressing how you feel inside. Have fun!

The nails are but I paint and design them each individually. That way they look perfectly symmetrical and all I have to do is glue them on. These are REALLY long (you might want to file them down but they're also very easy to file down). I bought the nails online from amazon.

This is the direct Amazon link for the stiletto ones for those interested

And this is the one for the coffin ones which I've done other posts for

This is freaking amazing, you need to get this! Aside from looking awesome, it will put your controllers in a spot, cleaning the house so technically you neeeeed it to have a clean home! ;P

Under $3! XD

i got all my recommendations from fellow redditors, believe it or not! i have purchased 4 types of nails: 1, 2, 3, 4. i just ordered another shape from Makartt because i think they're the best quality. as for the stands, initially i was putting the fake nails over my own using poster putty, but i snagged these stands from amazon and they were a game changer! let me know if you need any additional guidance, i'm happy to help!

You can go to just about any nail salon, and they'll fix you up. If you're in a bigger area some salons may have dealt with guitar players before, which could be a plus, so it may be worth calling around. Personally, I've only dealt with gel nails, which are solid and sound, to my ears, as close to nails as you can get. Most places will use a form that has measuring lines on it, and you'll be able to ask them for a given length. I want to say around the second line was about right, for me.

Also, another good option, and what I did with fake nails, is to put them on yourself. There's a 100% chance they won't look as good, but mine still looked decent enough that I didn't get asked about them too much. It takes some amount of equipment to do gel nails, since they're painted on and are cured by a little box that puts out UV light or uses LEDs, but it is very nice to get used to doing them in case one happens to break. I've had good luck using this stuff as the primary nail material.

I love imPress nails too! OP, your nails look amazing! I ordered [these] (https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0779JBVQH/ref=cm_sw_r_other_apa_i_un76AbK9R7SN8) as my "something blue". Can't wait to wear them!

She didn’t have a definitive winner really, just one she liked a little more than the others.

I did a bunch of research recently and ended up purchasing this drill. It was highly reviewed in several videos and has great reviews on amazon.

It's the "parasol" set by kiss!

GLAM FANTASY SPECIAL FX NAILS BY KISS - PARASOL (KGF03) https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07Q5M2X7C/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_i_vGHUDb7KN0H0A

I have medium length.

I like [these fake nails](http://www.ECBASKET.com/ 500pcs Stiletto False Nails Natural Short Acrylic Nail Tips 10 Sizes Full Coverage Fake Nails with Bag https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00JIMSQ5W/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_i_AUgYDbCBFGSKY) and [these nail glue stickers](http://www.Laza.com/ 1200pcs 50 Sheets Acrylic Nail Glue for Fake Nails Tips Tape Sticker Double Sided Natural Nail Tip Transparent Flexible Adhesive False Nails Tab https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07PH5R2JC/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_i_OUgYDbG1SS60B). They go on easily, stay on fine for a day, and you can peel them off without much trouble (even easier if you soak them in warm water). The fake nails come in ten sizes, and the largest one fit my thumb exactly.

I bought these and they're pretty long

Here are the ones I ordered

have you tried the acrylic style cutters?

Buy bulk fake fingernails (like these: Nailene Full Cover Nail, 200 Count https://www.amazon.com/dp/B004XZOJCI/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_7jjZzbECT8KFT )and spray paint them with an ivory satin spray paint. They look just like teeth and it costs nothing.