Nail Care

🧡 What nail care product is best suited for my nails ?

Every nail type is different! Feel free to use our online analysis tool to select the most suitable treatment: https://uk.manucurist.com/pages/nail-diagnostic-tool

💅 What is the best product to use if you bite your nails?

If you bite your nails, we recommend you use our Bitter Polish. Its transparent formula is enriched with active ingredients that restore and strengthen the nail plate, to bring your nails back to health in no time!

💔My nails have been damaged by gel polish. What would be the best nail care routine for me to strengthen them?

Regularly applying and removing regular gel polish can thin the layers of keratin in your nails. We recommend you strengthen them with a special treatment like our Rescue Kit, which contains an S.O.S. Base Coat, an S.O.S. Mask and our moisturising Gr

❤️‍🩹What product do you recommend to smooth ridges? Do you have a ridge filler?

To smooth ridges, we recommend using our Active Smooth! It's an all-in-one treatment polish that instantly erases your nails' ridged look while smoothing and caring for them over time.

🔍What is the difference between the Green Oil, the Complete Serum, and the Nourishing Nail Pen?

These three nail care products are completely complementary, each with its own purpose for keeping nails healthy:The Complete Serum is a water-based hydrating treatment, perfect for daily use on nails and cuticles in need of moisture. Its light, non-

💅 How do I apply the treatment base coats to treat my nails?

For an effective treatment, apply a thin layer of treatment base coat every other day for a week. Make sure the coats are thin to help the active ingredients penetrate deep into the nail. Don't apply any more than three coats, as this will reduce the

👯‍♀️What is the difference between the Force Nail Hardener and the 5.5 Nail Hydrater?

The Force Nail Hardener is specially designed for soft or easily deformed nails. With active ingredients like AHA and PHA, it deeply strengthens and hardens the nails. In contrast, the Vitaminised Base is ideal for nails that are already healthy. Its

📅 How often should I do a treatment cure for my nails?

If you are using the Green™ or Green Flash™ ranges, you can undergo a treatment cure every 3 months to revitalize your nails. If you're used to applying classic gel polish, you can undergo a treatment cure every 2 months.

📅 How often should I apply the care products?

The Nourishing Cuticle Oil and Complete Serum should be applied daily by massaging the nails and cuticles until fully absorbed. The treatment bases (SOS, Force, 5.5) should be used every two days for two weeks without removing the previous layer. Aft

⏰ How long does it take to see results after using the care products?

Results vary depending on the treatment and your nail type. For example, the S.O.S Nail Strengthener shows visible results after 21 days of regular use, while the S.O.S Nail Mask promises hydrated and strengthened nails in 2 weeks. It is important to

🤍 If I reapply a treatment base, should I remove the previous layer?

Not necessarily, you'll just need to remove the old coat after the first week of treatment to avoid building up too much layer on the nail.

💖 How many layers of base coat should I apply?

A single layer of base coat is enough to ensure good adhesion and optimal nail protection.

🤿 How do I apply the S.O.S Mask ?

The S.O.S Nail Mask is applied before bed. It hydrates and strengthens the nails. The mask should be rinsed off with soapy water the next morning, and should not be used more than three times a week to avoid softening the nails.

📝 How does the online nail diagnostic quizz work?

Manucurist's online diagnostic tool allows you to answer a series of questions about the state and appearance of your nails. Based on the answers provided, it recommends a personalized care routine adapted to your nail type (brittle, split, soft, etc

🧼 Can the treatment bases be removed with Green Flash™️ remover?

All treatment bases can be removed like our polishes, with our Green Nail Polish Remover or our Green Flash™ remover.

💔 What products are recommended for brittle nails?

For brittle nails, we recommend the S.O.S Nail Strengthener, which restructures damaged nails with active ingredients like vitamin B5, C, and AHAs. This base visibly strengthens nails after 21 days of use.

💛 What should I do if my nails are yellow?

If your nails tend to turn yellow, it may be due to frequent application of colored nail polish. To restore their natural radiance, our Active Bright is a brightening care polish specially designed to illuminate your nails. We also recommend applying

🌼 I feel like my nail matches several of the nail types you describe!

As skin can have several characteristics, it's quite possible to combine several nail types. For example, a nail can often be brittle because it's dry!

💅 What should I do if my nails are very damaged from repeated manicures?

If your nails are weakened from repeated manicures, it is recommended to use products like the S.O.S Nail Strengthener and S.O.S Nail Mask, which restructure, hydrate, and deeply repair the nails. It is also advised to take a break between manicures

💫 How to apply the Complete Serum?

The Complete Serum is applied with a light massage on bare nails for a deep hydration treatment. It is also recommended to apply the Complete Serum over the nails at the end of a manicure to nourish the cuticles daily. The Complete Serum should not b

💚 How to apply the Nourishing Cuticle Oil ?

Apply a drop of Nourishing Cuticle Oil to the nails and cuticles. Massage gently to facilitate absorption. It is also recommended to apply the Oil over manicured nails to hydrate the cuticles daily. The Green Oil should not be applied at the beginnin

🧡 How to apply the Nourishing Nail Pen?

Apply daily, as needed, to the nail and its contour, then massage to facilitate absorption. The Nourishing Nail Pen can be applied to bare nails or to the cuticles of manicured nails. It should not be applied at the beginning of a manicure, as nails

🤹How do you alternate or balance nail care and manicure routines?

Depending on the health of your nails, we recommend alternating regularly between manicures and nail care treatments. The Nourishing Cuticle Oil and Complete Serum can be applied daily over a manicure to moisturize the cuticles. In addition, a nail c

🥽After applying the SOS Mask at night, it was gone by morning. Is that normal?

Yes the S.O.S Nail Mask is meant to be peeled off in the morning or removed with soap and water.If you move a lot during the night, the product might rub off on your sheets.We recommend keeping your hands as still as possible during sleep.

📅 How often can I apply the Glossy Booster Duo ?

It is recommended to use the Glossy Booster Duo 2 to 3 times a week, to preserve the nail's natural balance while maximizing its benefits.

💅🏼 Can I apply the Glossy Booster Duo routine on polished nails ?

The Glossy Booster Duo routine is designed to be applied exclusively on bare nails. It is essential to remove any polish before using the Glossy Booster Duo.

🫧 Do I need to remove the Glycolic Nail Exfoliator in the Glossy Booster Duo before applying nail polish or a base coat ?

It isn't necessary to remove the Glycolic Nail Exfoliator before doing your manicure. Its gel texture absorbs quickly without leaving any residue.

💅🏼 Is it possible to combine the Glossy Booster Duo with the Active polishes?

The Glossy Booster Duo should only be applied to bare nails. It is not designed for use with Active nail varnishes. To fully enjoy its benefits, the Glossy Booster Duo should be applied on its own, directly to the nail.

💅How much Glossy Booster Duo should I apply to each nail?

No need to overdo it! One twist of the Glossy Booster Duo is enough to treat an entire hand. Simple and effective.

🌟When will I see the first results of my Glossy Booster Duo routine?

Good news: your nails will look beautiful from the very first application of Glossy Booster Duo! You will immediately notice that they look smoother, shinier and visibly healthier.

💚How does the Glossy Booster Duo routine combine with Green Flash, Green or Active manicures?

The Glossy Booster Duo routine is applied to bare nails. It cannot therefore be combined with Green Flash, Green or Active. This is because the Glossy Booster Duo polishes the nail, whereas before a Green Flash or Green manicure, it is recommended to

🌸Can I apply the Glossy Booster Duo to my cuticles?

Absolutely! The Glossy Booster Duo can also be applied to cuticles. They gently exfoliate while providing valuable hydration. The result: a cleaner, more polished nail contour.

🌷How can I integrate the Kératine Booster into my Green, Green Flash or Active routine?

Apply the Keratin Booster directly to your bare nails, 1 to 3 times a day, for 5 to 7 days.Allow it to dry completely so that the product is fully absorbed. At the end of the cure, cleanse your nails before applying your Green, Green Flash or Active

💎 My nails are damaged: what is the difference between the Keratin Booster, the S.O.S Nail Strengthener, the Force Nail Hardener, and the S.O.S. Nail Mask? Which one should I choose?

These 4 products address different concerns:S.O.S Nail Strengthener, S.O.S. Nail Mask: particularly suitable for damaged, fragile, splitting nails.Force Nail Hardener: specifically designed for soft nails, to strengthen them.Keratin Booster: suitable

💆‍♀️ How to use the Kératine Booster in combination with the other nail care products?

The Keratin Booster is used:- With all care routine that leave no finish on the nail: Nourishing Cuticle Oil, Complete Serum, Nourishing Nail Pen.- With the S.O.S. Nail Mask : use alternately day & night for an enhanced cure. It is not necessary to r

⚠️ Is it possible to apply the Keratin Booster for longer than 7 days?

👉 There is no contraindication to renewing the Keratin Booster care routine beyond 7 days.- The care routine can be extended or renewed if the nail really needs it (for example, after removing semi-permanent polish or on very soft nails).- It is sim

🤰 Can pregnant women use our nail care products?

Our products have not been specifically tested on pregnant or breastfeeding women. As a precaution, we recommend that you talk to your healthcare professional, who will be able to guide you according to your situation. 😊