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The Manucurist

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PinkDreamer · 04/01/2026 15:47

Has anyone used the Manucurist nail polishes before? Either their normal polishes or green flash range? If you have, how did you find it?

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AndeanFlamingo · 04/01/2026 15:51

I've just bought myself some of the Green Flash ones but haven't tried them yet. I'm trying to get to grips with tidying up my cuticles first so that the polish will go on neater.

MeredithGolightly · 04/01/2026 20:51

Yes, their normal polish and I love it, always looks truly professional and dries in 20 mins.

user593 · 04/01/2026 21:06

I’ve used both, they’re both great, but I reverted to professional manicures due to patience/ time. I wouldn’t buy their curing lamp - it is not very effective. I ended up buying a second one on Amazon.

BraveStarr · 04/01/2026 21:09

I use their Active range and highly recommend

WilmaDickshow · 04/01/2026 21:36

I have Active shine which is beautiful and Active glow in Raspberry. Definitely recommend! Stays on really well and doesn’t chip.

PinkDreamer · 04/01/2026 23:29

How long does the active range last on nails?

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WilmaDickshow · 04/01/2026 23:49

Put the Active shine on just before Christmas and it still looks like I’ve just applied it. Lasts so well!

BraveStarr · 05/01/2026 03:23

Agree with @WilmaDickshow, it lasts for days without chipping. It’s also good for nails and all of the polishes look lovely on.

BastardtheCat · 05/01/2026 04:48

Do they all need lamps to set?

WilmaDickshow · 05/01/2026 09:21

Not the ones I have, you just apply as normal nail polish and let them air dry.

dms1 · 05/01/2026 09:25

It arrived in the post yesterday! I’ll let you know 😊

user98732 · 05/01/2026 13:33

Yes they are really good. The active ones are lovely for those who like a polished but natural look. keep an eye out on eBay. their treatment serums and polishes are also really good.

dms1 · 09/01/2026 17:53

I’ve applied the nail polish. It was more tacky after curing than a usual gel, but the instructions advised me to wait 5 mins after application before touching them. It was the green flash polish I used. I’m so pleased with how they turned out. The kit came with 2 polishes: a very natural pinky colour which I’ve applied, and a red one. Itll be interesting to see how long they last, and I’m especially keen to see if the removal process is as easy as the hype says… my natural nails were ruined by e-filing and it took ages for them to recover.

thedogdaysareover51 · 09/01/2026 21:02

I love the Active glow. Looks really natural but polished too.

dms1 · 14/01/2026 08:27

I removed the polish to try a different colour. It was so easy. Just soaked a cotton pad with the remover, left it on my nails for 60secs, and it just slid off. I’m delighted.

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