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🌽What ingredients are your products made of ?

You can find the full list of ingredients on each product page, directly on our website!

🌱 Are your products natural ?

Our ranges are green and clean, composed of up to 84% bio-sourced ingredients (of natural origin), with no endocrine disruptors, monomers or hydroquinones.Rest assured, the Green Flash™ range is vegan, certified by the Vegan Society. The only excepti

💪 Where should I store my Green or Green Flash nail polish bottles to make them keep for longer ?

Make sure you leave the product open as little as possible, and close it as soon as possible! A little tip to beat the heat: the fridge is great for storing your polishes! Low temperatures prevent the varnish from evaporating, and reduce the degradat

🤰 Can pregnant women use Green™ or Green Flash™ polishes?

The formulas of our Green™ and Green Flash™ polishes are clean 🌱 Our products contain no endocrine disruptors, allergenic molecules or carcinogens. Also, our polishes contain no sensitizing monomers or hydroquinones... and they're 12-free and 84% bi

🧴 Which Manucurist nail polish remover should I use with which range? And with other brands?

To remove our Green™ or Active™ nail polish, you can use our gentle Green™ Nail Polish Remover. You can also remove Green™ and Active™ polish with our Green Flash™ Nail Polish Remover.However, to remove your Green Flash™ polish, you need to use our s

How can I buy a product that is currently out of stock on the website?

You can join the waiting list on the relevant product page. We'll email you when the product is back in stock on our site!

🎨 I'm looking for a specific polish colour that you don't currently offer. Are you planning to launch any new colours soon?

We launch several new polish collections per year. We take the feedback from our customers into account so that the new colours meet their expectations as much as possible! Feel free to send your ideas to [email protected] – we read every email :)

🐶 Are your products tested on animals?

All our ranges are certified vegan by The Vegan Society, which means they are formulated, produced and manufactured without any products or ingredients of animal origin. None of our products or ingredients are tested on animals.

⌛️How long can I keep your nail polish? And what is the best way to store Green™ and Green Flash™ polishes so they last?

Our Green Flash™ polish lasts for 12 months from when the bottle is opened. And our Green™ polish lasts for 24 months from when the bottle is opened. First of all, you should close the bottle as quickly as you can, trying not to let the polish drip!

Can I use your polish if I'm undergoing chemo?

The ingredients in our products are green and clean 🌱Our products do not contain any endocrine disruptors, allergenic molecules or carcinogens. Also, our polishes do not contain any sensitising monomers or hydroquinone... and they are 12-free and up

How many coats of polish should I apply?

You should apply 1 layer of base coat, 2 or maximum 3 thin coats of colour and 1 layer of top coat. The best way to obtain a thin coat of polish (including base and top coat) is to scrape the brush stick against the inside neck of the bottle to remov

🔖 Why is the label on my polish bottle different to the one on the website?

We regularly update our product packaging and labels, so you might receive a product with a slightly different label. But don't worry, the product inside the bottle is exactly the same!

💧Can swimming and other types of contact with water affect my manicure?

Water does soften your nails, so you should avoid immersing your hands in water for too long. We recommend you wear gloves when cleaning (which also protects your hands from household cleaning products). You can still go swimming, but be careful gett

✨ Can I apply a sheer glitter polish on top of a coloured polish?

Yes, you certainly can apply a glitter-effect polish on top of a colour! We recommend our Mermaid, Moon, Diamant, Disco or Metallic polish. They all have a fabulous glitter effect!

🐠My manicure has a tendency to flake – how can I make it last longer?

Flaking polish is often caused by inadequate nail prep at the start of your manicure. It is essential to buff your nails to open the keratin scales, and to push back your cuticles.How you apply your polish also has an important part to play: make sur

🛍️ Do you offer samples, how can I try out the products before purchasing?

We do not offer samples, but you can check out our store locator and find a store near you which carries our products. Reach out to them and see whether they will have testers available for you to try out !

👯‍♀️What is the difference between Green™ and Green Flash™?

Our Green™ and Green Flash™ ranges are both formulated with clean, plant-based ingredients that do not damage your nails. The difference lies in how you apply them and how long the polish lasts. Green Flash™ is a range of clean LED polishes, an alter

❓What size do your polish bottles come in?

All our products come in 15ml bottles except for our Petite Manucurist nail polish range, which comes in 8 ml bottles.

❓ Is the nail care range compatible with other ranges?

The treatment bases are fully compatible with the Green™ polish range. The treatment bases are not compatible with our Green Flash™ polishes, and should not be used together. The treatment bases cannot be used in combination with our Active range, as

❓What is the difference between the Care Range and the Active Range?

The Care range is a treatment range for specific nail issues, and the nail care products do not provide any color. The Active range is a hybrid between nail polish and treatment. Both ranges strengthen the nails, but for badly damaged nails or specif

🧐 Can I combine care products with my manicures?

Yes, you can combine oils, serums, and dietary supplements with any type of manicure. For example, applying Green Oil after a manicure is recommended to nourish and strengthen the nails.

✋ When doing my manicure, is it better to do one whole hand and then the other, or step by step on both hands?

You should complete all the steps (from base to top coat) on one hand, then move to the second. Otherwise the formula can start drying in the open air, and each layer needs to remain slightly tacky for the next layer to adhere well. Start with your "

I'm having trouble capping my nails, what should I do?

After each layer, run the brush over the edge of the nail without adding more polish. If you have short nails, pull on the fingertip to expose the edge.

🛁 Does the Nail Prep have Care benefits?

No, the Nail Prep does not provide any care benefits. Its main role is to remove impurities to ensure better product adhesion.

🌾 Do your products contain gluten ?

All our ranges - Green Flash™, Green™, Active™, Green Care, are gluten free! You can enjoy them serenely ;)

❓Why is acetone-free nail polish remover preferable to traditional removers with acetone?

Acetone, found in most nail polish removers on the market, dissolves the oily layer that protects and nourishes the nail. As a result, the nail becomes more vulnerable to external aggressions and prone to breakage. Acetone can also dry out the skin a

Can I remove my Green™, Green Flash™, or Active™ manicure with a classic acetone-based polish remover ?

Our Green™, Green Flash™, and Active™ nail polishes can be removed with a traditional acetone-based remover. However, acetone dissolves the oily layer that protects and nourishes the nail, making it more vulnerable to external aggressions and prone t

🤰 Can I use your products if I'm breastfeeding?

The ingredients in our products are green and clean 🌱. Our Green Flash™, Green™, Active and nail care ranges do not contain any endocrine disruptors, allergenic molecules or carcinogens. Also, our polishes do not contain any sensitising monomers or

Are your nail polishes permeable?

Our nail polishes are not permeable. They create a protective film that fully covers the nail for guaranteed staying power.

🌸 Which range(s) are your special-effect powders compatible with?

Our special-effect powders are compatible with our Green™ and Green Flash™ ranges. They can't be used with our Active range or nail care products!

💅 Can I apply an Active as a base coat under a Green™ or Green Flash™ polish?

We don't recommend that you apply nail polish over an Active. Our Active range is designed as a nail care range with makeup-inspired effects, not a base coat. We always recommend applying a Green™ base coat under a Green™ polish, and a Green Flash™ b

🤒Do you offer products to treat nail separation, fungus and other diseases?

Our nail care range is designed to strengthen and enhance your nails, not treat medical problems. We recommend you consult a dermatologist if you have a medical question!