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Looking for a ManiMe alternative? A guide to made-to-measure gel nails

18 March 2026
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Looking for a ManiMe Alternative? A Guide to Made-to-Measure Gel Nails

For many people, ManiMe was the first introduction to made-to-measure, or as some call it, custom-fit stick-on gel manicures.

Instead of choosing from preset sizes, their gels were designed specifically for the shape of your nails. The result was a manicure that looked cleaner, lasted longer and felt closer to a salon set.

Since ManiMe stopped offering made-to-measure gel nails, a lot of people have been looking for somewhere that does the same thing. That place is Glaize.

Here's everything you need to know about made-to-measure nails, and how to get your hands on a set.

What are made-to-measure gel nails?

Made-to-measure, or custom-fit gel nails, are created using the exact shape and dimensions of your nails. This allows each gel to sit edge-to-edge across the nail plate, helping the manicure stay in place longer. Because the sizing is tailored to your nails, the result tends to feel more natural and closer to a professional gel manicure.

Why fit actually matters

Nails are more unique than most people realise. Some are wide and flat, others narrow and curved. Standard sizing can't always account for that.

When a gel doesn't fit quite right, it tends to lift. Too wide and it catches at the sides. Too narrow and you're left with visible gaps. Either way, once moisture gets underneath, the manicure doesn't last.

A precise fit changes that. When the gel sits edge-to-edge across the nail plate, it bonds evenly and stays put.

How to get made-to-measure nails

A manicure only looks like a salon set if it fits like one. That's why we developed a patented sizing technology that creates a completely unique fit for your nails. And getting started couldn't be simpler.

Step 1: Choose your colour and pick your fit

Add your shades to your cart and select the made-to-measure option.

Step 2: Upload photos of your nails

You'll receive an email with a unique link to upload some photos of your hands. That's all we need.

Step 3: We custom-size your gels

Once we've checked and approved your photos, we use our patented sizing technology to measure the unique shape of each nail, and create a fully custom-fit gel set for you.

Step 4: Your gels arrive

Your gels arrive and are ready to apply. Glossy, salon-quality nails in minutes at home.

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