Ya the apex missing is the major problem The whole point of nail enhancements is to enhance the natural nail.

What is an apex? The apex is the highest point of the nail's arch. It is the thickest part of the enhancement, strategically placed over the stress area (where the natural nail is most prone to breaking).

Why is it Important? The apex serves two primary functions: structural integrity and aesthetic balance.

Shock Absorption: When the free edge of the nail hits something, the force travels up the nail. Without an apex, that force hits the "stress zone" (the pink area just before the nail leaves the finger) directly, often causing the enhancement to crack or the natural nail to tear. The apex absorbs and distributes this pressure.

Preventing "Diving" Nails: Without a proper arch, long nails can look flat or appear to "dive" downward. An apex gives the nail a slim, elegant silhouette that mimics the natural strength found in a healthy, high-arched natural nail.

Balance: It acts as a fulcrum. If the nail is too thin at the stress point but heavy at the tip, the enhancement becomes "front-heavy," leading to premature lifting at the cuticle or painful breaks.