Thoroughly wet your nose with water. If nose is not wet enough, the strip may not stick and may not be effective. Apply the strip to moistened nose area with the shiny side facing your skin. Let the strip dry for 10 to 15 minutes. The strip should feel stiff as it dries. Depending on humidity, climate оr perspiration, leave on slightly longer or shorter. After the strip is dried, slowly and carefully peel off strips starting at edges, pulling toward center. If there are any residue, rinse off with water.