Nail stickers are thin, self-adhesive designs that you press onto cured colour and seal with top coat, giving detailed art without hand painting. M1 Nail & Beauty Supply stocks flat and 5D embossed stickers, seasonal and character sheets, lace transfer foil rolls and French tip tape, mostly from MNBS, plus lace foil from Kaniu.
Types of nail stickers and tape
| Type | Best for | Examples |
|---|---|---|
| Flat nail art stickers | Fine line art and gold, rose gold, silver or black details on a plain colour. | Nailart Sticker FEB, JO 2674 Gold, JO 2675 Rose Gold, DH 753 Silver, DH 507 Black, itutu 447 |
| 5D embossed stickers | Raised, textured designs that look sculpted, without 3D gel. | 5D CA 6511, 5D HG 5D269, 5D TC 295 |
| Character and seasonal stickers | Theme sets for holidays, autumn and character nails. | Sanrio SAN 003, Sanrio SAN 020, Sanrio SAN 068, Assorted Fall |
| Transfer foil and tape | Lace foil patterns transferred onto transfer gel, and tape for straight French lines. | Black & White Lace Foil Roll (10 rolls), Kaniu Lace Foil Roll #2, French Nail Tip Tape |
How to choose nail stickers
- Sticker or foil. A sticker carries the whole design on its own film; transfer foil only leaves its pattern where it touches transfer gel or foil glue.
- Flat or 5D. Flat stickers disappear under one coat of top coat; 5D stickers are raised, so they need more top coat over the edges and suit accent nails.
- Metallic details in gold, rose gold and silver dress up a plain gel colour with no extra tools.
- Seal the edges. Press every edge flat with a cuticle pusher, trim at the free edge and cap with top coat.
Related: Transfer gel, Nail stamps, plates & moulds, Charms & rhinestones, Nail art tools, All nail art
Nail sticker FAQ
How do I make nail stickers last under gel?
Apply the sticker on cured colour, press every edge down with a pusher, and trim it just short of the free edge. Seal it with gel top coat, wrap the free edge, and cure fully. Edges that are not pressed flat or not covered are the first to lift.
What are 5D nail stickers?
They are embossed stickers with a raised, textured surface, so flowers, lace and patterns look carved rather than printed. They go on like flat stickers but need a little more top coat to cover their edges, and they look best on accent nails where the texture can be seen.
How do I use lace transfer foil on gel nails?
Apply transfer gel or foil glue where you want the pattern and cure it or let it turn tacky, as its label says. Lay the foil on pattern side up, rub it down with a pusher or silicone tool, then peel it off in one quick move. Seal the design with top coat.
Order online for in-store pickup at our Markham, Ontario store, usually ready in 2 to 4 hours, or have your order shipped anywhere in Canada.