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Active Range™

💛 What is the Active range™?

The Active Range is the first all-in-one polish range that combines nail care with colour. It is separate from our current nail care range, and is offered in addition to our Green™, Green Flash™ and nail care products. Its subtle, makeup-inspired eff

💞How can I make my Active™ last longer ?

We recommend you apply your Active™ in thin coats to help it last as long as possible. This is particularly important if you choose to apply more than one coat. It is also essential to moisturise your nails and cuticles regularly to prevent cracking

✨ How should I apply Active Glow ?

Active Glow is applied on bare nails, and you can apply one or two coats depending on how pink you want your nails to look. Then leave to dry and admire! Active Glow doesn't require using a Green Flash™ lamp.You don't need to apply a base coat, becau

💅How should I prep my nails before applying an Active™?

Our Active™ products are applied more like nail care products than nail polish. You can apply them to bare nails. You don't need to use a base coat, as each product in the range is also a treatment, so it has to be in contact with your nails. You don

⏰How long does Active™ polish take to dry?

A coat of Active™ polish dries in about a minute! 🙂

🆕What is the difference between the old Smoothing Base Coat and Active Smooth?

Both products have the same finish, but we have reformulated our Smoothing Base Coat to make the end result even more effective! As well as filling in any ridges, our Active Smooth will strengthen your nails more than our Smoothing Base Coat. Also, w

🎀 What benefits does each Active™ product provide?

The Raspberry and Blueberry Active Glow nourish your nails and restore their shine. Their formulas contain sweet almond oil renowned for its hydrating, nourishing properties, and AHAs. Raspberry Active Glow also contains raspberry extracts with sooth

✨ Can I layer the Actives for an even more wow effect, like I would with makeup ?

Yes! The Active range is infinitely customizable, you can layer the coats to vary the effects. However, you won't get the care benefits of the 2 Actives as the active ingredients must be in direct contact with the nail plate! Here are some of our fav

💅🏻 Can I combine several care products at once, apply my SOS Mask at night and an Active during the day ?

Yes, of course! The S.O.S Nail Mask, Nourishing Cuticle Oil, Complete Serum, and Balm can be used in addition to the Active range to enhance the care benefits. However, the Mask should be applied alternately, and not at the same time as the Active.

⏰ How long does it take for the care benefits of the Actives to be visible on the nail ?

The care effects of each Active polish are visible after 3 weeks of use according to the tests conducted. The clinical tests followed this protocol:. - Day 1: application of the Active - Day 3: new layer applied - Day 7: product removed. This cycle w

🧒🏻 What is the minimum age required to use the Active products ?

We recommend 12 years as the minimum age for using products from the Active Range!

🤰 Can I use the Active polishes while pregnant?

The composition of our Active nail polishes is green and clean 🌱 Our products contain no endocrine disruptors, allergenic molecules, or carcinogens. Additionally, our Active polishes contain no sensitizing monomers or hydroquinone... and they are pl

🧴How do I choose the right Active Smooth?

Inspired by CC creams, Active Smooth polishes even out, smooth and correct imperfections.

🌺 How do I choose the right Active Glow?

All our Active Glow polishes are designed to moisturise your nails and boost their radiance. They are the perfect partner for dull nails. They just have different finishes, so choose the one you like the best!

🌸How do I choose between Active Bright, Shine and Plump?

Each of these 3 Actives - Bright, Shine and Plump - gives your nails a bright, semi-opaque finish.Active Bright naturally revives the whiteness of your nails, for an instant clean-nail effect. It has a whitening effect with a natural, pearly-blue shi

💅Can I combine different Active Smooths to create the finish that best matches my nail plate?

It is totally possible to combine Active Smooths! For example, if Active Smooth 02 is too light and Active Smooth 03 too dark, you can layer them to create a bespoke shade. Apply the darker colour first, allow to dry, then add a second coat of the li

⏰ How often should I reapply an Active?

The products in the Active range last for 5 to 7 days on your nails. If you want to make your Active last longer and/or boost its effect, apply an extra coat after three days.

🙅‍♀️Can I combine the Active™ range with the Green Flash™ or Green range™?

No, the Active™, Green Flash™ and Green™ ranges are not compatible with each other. The products in our Active range are used on their own and air-dry in just a few seconds, so don't put them under a lamp!To enjoy the beneficial effects of our Active

✨ Do I need to apply a base coat before applying my Active?

The products in the Active range should be applied to bare nails. You don't need to use a base coat, as each product in the range is also a treatment, so it has to be in contact with your nails. You don't need a top coat either, as it already has a h

⭐️Do I need to apply a treatment base coat or serum before an Active?

There's no need to use a treatment base coat if you're applying an Active polish. It is enough on its own! However, you can apply our Complete Serum or Green Oil once your Active is dry to moisturise the skin around your nails.

💜 Can I use the products in the Active range as a course of treatment?

Yes, the products in the Active range can be used as a course of treatment by layering them in coats every two days for a week.

🩵 Do I need to use the Active recommended for my nail type, like I do with your treatment base coats?

Some Actives can address specific concerns, e.g. Active Smooth is ideal for ridged nails, while Active Bright is more suited to discoloured nails, but every Active has an overall beneficial effect on your nails. So you can choose your Active based on

⌛️ How can I maximise the staying power of the Active on my nails?

To maximise your chosen Active's staying power, we recommend you apply it to clean, dry nails. You can use our Green Nail Oil Remover to remove any oil or dirt first.Then apply it in very thin coats. Lastly, you can add a fresh coat after 3 days to b