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You’ll want to run to your computer now and snag a pair of these tights — puns very much notintended.

We said “not intended” specifically for these Sheertex tights, as they went viral on all social media platforms as being some of the strongest and run-proof tights on the market.

Most tights-lovers know that runs and snags are one of the main reasons tights end up balled up in the trash, sometimes mere minutes after struggling to pull them on in the first place.

Similarly, those with long nails, a stray hangnail or a pet with claws of their own may give up on hosiery altogether, as runs look worse than bare legs at the end of the day.

After seeing countless reviews on TikTok and targeted ads all over Instagram and Facebook with glowing reviews, The Post decided to try these on for size — and shape and durability to see if they really do measure up to their ever-growing hype.

What are Sheertex tights and what makes them different?

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After seeing them everywhere, we couldn’t help but wonder what magic powers the team at Sheertex have to be able to produce such durable tights. Turns out it is a sprinkling of magic for sure, combined with a proprietary knit blend of lycra and a surprising tactical ingredient, too.

“Our tights are made of a miniaturized version of the same polymer used in bulletproof vests and mountaineering equipment,” reads the FAQ section. “It’s something we had to spend years and years developing, and we’re very proud of it. Other than our special super-strong fibre, our items also contain a lycra that allows them to stretch and to be dyed.”

While we did not try bullets, we did try finger nails, pet claws and a variety of other factors to test this fabric, and while you’ll have to keep reading for the full scoop, we were pretty pleased.

How much are Sheertex tights?

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Since these are not your typical drugstore or department store sheer tights for $15 a pop and a few wears at best, they are a bit more expensive to compensate. However, they now start at $29 for their Essential Sheer Tights, which still boast the same durable Sheertex Knit Technology, just manufactured in an automated process instead of hand-sewed, a 30-day guarantee instead of a 90-day and comes with less packaging, too.

We tried the Classic Sheer Tights, which normally retail for $69, as well as the Shaping Sheer Tights ($79) and the Fine Rib Sheer Tights ($89) that are now finally back in stock.

Even better, New York Post readers (i.e. you!) can get these tights as well as the rest of the collection for an exclusive discount. Enter code NYPOST20 at checkout for 20% off all regular-priced orders of $60 or more.

Our review: comfort, style and durability

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As a person who knows all too well the struggle of pulling on a pair of tights only to rip them half-way up my leg, I knew I had to try these.

As you’ll see in the video above, I really went crazy with this, having my feline friend Motek help out, as well as my roommate Nathan, to see how much stretch and durability the tights had woven into the Sheertex formula.

I also wanted to see how comfortable they were to wear, as someone with curves and a new hatred of anything tight after two years of exclusively wearing joggers and leggings. For this test, I wore each pair for a full eight-hour work day to see if they were constricting or comfortably snatching me in.

I also wanted to see how each pair looked styled, as even if they are super durable and won’t snag, they also had to be cute enough to want to wear over and over again. As seen in the image above, I love to wear tights with skirts and dresses, so I styled them accordingly, and think I looked pretty darn cute, if I say so myself!

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Sophie holds two pairs of black tights in her bedroom
Starting with the end, but thrilled that all three pairs of tights were intact after our hardcore tests.Sophie Cannon
A purple fingernail in a pair of black tights
We tried poking a nail through the tights, and no luck with any rips or even snags. Sophie Cannon
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Sophie on a roof, pulling at black tights
Playing Spiderman on my roof was also fun, and even though it did stretch out the tights, they snapped right back to size after a quick wash. Sophie Cannon
Sophie and Nathan tug a pair of black tights on a roof
Not that you’d ever need to do this, but if you and your roommate need a rope for tug-of-war, this works! Sophie Cannon
Stretching a pair of black tights on a leg
The ribbed tights deserved a closeup, showing the fun texture and stretch. Sophie Cannon
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A cat chewing at a pair of black tights on a cactus toy
I gave the sample fabric to my cat, Motek, and hid a treat inside. Claws didn’t damage the fabric, but his teeth did, so beware. Sophie Cannon
An orange cat biting a green cactus toy with a black cap
My cat was trying to get the treat I hid inside the tights, only leaving a tiny hole from his teeth, not his nails. Sophie Cannon
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Bottom line: I say if you have the cash on hand, these are worth the investment. My favorite just so happen to be the most expensive — Fine Rib Sheer Tights ($89) — but for the amount of wear I will get out of them, I think it’s far worth the price tag. Plus, the cute ribbing gives them a bit of extra style and will disguise any small imperfections these tights may get over time.

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