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Polishey/Sistaco or similar for nails

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Mouldwarp · 10/11/2025 18:26

These keep popping up on my social media feed, has anyone tried either of them? They almost look too good to be true. I bought a powder dip kit but it just doesn’t seem to last on me so wondered if these would be any different. Thanks

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MyBeloved · 10/11/2025 18:38

Sistaco is just awful...well, it was for me. I sold my kit on Vinted after one use! Dont bother.

Mouldwarp · 10/11/2025 20:46

MyBeloved · 10/11/2025 18:38

Sistaco is just awful...well, it was for me. I sold my kit on Vinted after one use! Dont bother.

Thanks!

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VivienneDelacroix · 10/11/2025 21:02

Polishey is awful too.
Streaky, thin, you have to put layer upon layer on, so it takes ages to put on, and then it doesn't last. Rubbish.

GreyRooted · 10/11/2025 21:14

Have you tried nail wraps? They can be amazing!

Mouldwarp · 10/11/2025 21:47

GreyRooted · 10/11/2025 21:14

Have you tried nail wraps? They can be amazing!

I haven’t. Are they fairly easy? Is there a brand you’d recommend and how long do they last? Thanks.

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Mouldwarp · 10/11/2025 21:47

VivienneDelacroix · 10/11/2025 21:02

Polishey is awful too.
Streaky, thin, you have to put layer upon layer on, so it takes ages to put on, and then it doesn't last. Rubbish.

Thanks so much, I suspected that might be the case!

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Mumdiva99 · 10/11/2025 21:50

I've used Holy Gels - which i rate for ease and speed of applying. However I don't expect them to last for ages....ifni get a week I'm' Happy.
I tried another brand and they didn't set or go hard. They were cheaper though so I guess you get what you pay for. They would have lasted for a night out.

Mumdiva99 · 10/11/2025 21:51

I also tried a nail powder - which just made a big mess....so i threw it away after my second go. I had high hopes it would do for my toes, but I'm not as supple as I needed to be to do them.

DaisyRae · 10/11/2025 21:55

I prefer Polishey to normal nail varnish. I find it easier and less messy to apply and it does last slightly longer on me. But it's nowhere near the standard of getting my nails done in a salon in both it's look and the length of time it lasts for.

GreyRooted · 10/11/2025 22:42

Mouldwarp · 10/11/2025 21:47

I haven’t. Are they fairly easy? Is there a brand you’d recommend and how long do they last? Thanks.

I’ve used Lily & Fox, Oh My Gosh and Bewitched digits. And the ones I use are just made of normal polish and don’t need a lamp to cure them. These aren’t the best pictures as they’re day 10 of wear, so there’s growth showing. But I took it specifically to show how well they last. I use CND Vinylux top coat and it dries within a couple of minutes.

Polishey/Sistaco or similar for nails
Polishey/Sistaco or similar for nails
Mouldwarp · 10/11/2025 23:22

GreyRooted · 10/11/2025 22:42

I’ve used Lily & Fox, Oh My Gosh and Bewitched digits. And the ones I use are just made of normal polish and don’t need a lamp to cure them. These aren’t the best pictures as they’re day 10 of wear, so there’s growth showing. But I took it specifically to show how well they last. I use CND Vinylux top coat and it dries within a couple of minutes.

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They look great, thanks for sharing!

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