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Basic Routine - Ridged Nails

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Over time and as nails become dehydrated, they may gradually develop ridges and an uneven surface.

This 2-week care routine has been designed to smooth the nail surface and intensely nourish ridged nails.

Included:

  • The Active™ Smooth, a CC care polish that smooths, strengthens, and enhances nails in a single step.
  • The Nail & Cuticle Oil, an ultra-nourishing care that soothes and protects nails and cuticles every day.
  • 2-week nail care guide, with a detailed day-by-day routine.
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    Description

    Powered by targeted active ingredients, these expert nail care products deliver clinically proven results:

    Active™ Smooth, enriched with castor fibers, hexanal, AHAs, and vitamin E:

    • -56% of visible ridges*
    • 81% said their nails were stronger*
    • 76% noticed their nails appeared revitalized*

    Nail & Cuticle Oil, formulated with a blend of 6 botanical oils:

    • 100% said their nails were nourished**
    • 100% noticed their nails were hydrated**

    *Clinical study on 21 women after 3 weeks of use.
    **Consumer test on 20 participants over 2 weeks.

    Ingredients (INCI)

    Active™ Smooth 00
    BUTYL ACETATE, ETHYL ACETATE, NITROCELLULOSE, ACETYL TRIBUTYL CITRATE, ADIPIC ACID/NEOPENTYL GLYCOL/TRIMELLITIC ANHYDRIDE COPOLYMER, ISOPROPYL ALCOHOL, SILICA, ORYZA SATIVA (RICE) STARCH, ACRYLATES COPOLYMER, GLYCOLIC ACID, HYDROGENATED CASTOR OIL/SEBACIC ACID COPOLYMER, ETOCRYLENE, OLIVE OIL DECYL ESTERS, TOCOPHERYL ACETATE, MALIC ACID, HEXANAL, LACTIC ACID, CI 77891 (TITANIUM DIOXIDE), AQUA (WATER), PROPYLENE GLYCOL, SQUALENE, CI 77491 (IRON OXIDES), ALUMINUM HYDROXIDE, TRIETHOXYCAPRYLYLSILANE, QUARTZ, POTASSIUM SORBATE, SORBIC ACID, TOCOPHEROL, PHOSPHORIC ACID

    77% natural origin ingredients*

    Active™ Smooth 01
    BUTYL ACETATE, ETHYL ACETATE, NITROCELLULOSE, ACETYL TRIBUTYL CITRATE, ADIPIC ACID/NEOPENTYL GLYCOL/TRIMELLITIC ANHYDRIDE COPOLYMER, ISOPROPYL ALCOHOL, SILICA, ORYZA SATIVA (RICE) STARCH, ACRYLATES COPOLYMER, GLYCOLIC ACID, HYDROGENATED CASTOR OIL/SEBACIC ACID COPOLYMER, ETOCRYLENE, OLIVE OIL DECYL ESTERS, MALIC ACID, TOCOPHERYL ACETATE, HEXANAL, LACTIC ACID, CI 77891 (TITANIUM DIOXIDE), AQUA (WATER), CI 77491 (IRON OXIDES), PROPYLENE GLYCOL, SQUALENE, CI 77492 (IRON OXIDES), TRIETHOXYCAPRYLYLSILANE, ALUMINUM HYDROXIDE, QUARTZ, POTASSIUM SORBATE, CI 77266 [NANO] (BLACK 2), TOCOPHEROL, SORBIC ACID, STEARALKONIUM BENTONITE, PHOSPHORIC ACID, DIACETONE ALCOHOL

    77% natural origin ingredients*

    Active™ Smooth 02
    BUTYL ACETATE, ETHYL ACETATE, NITROCELLULOSE, ACETYL TRIBUTYL CITRATE, ADIPIC ACID/NEOPENTYL GLYCOL/TRIMELLITIC ANHYDRIDE COPOLYMER, ISOPROPYL ALCOHOL, SILICA, ORYZA SATIVA (RICE) STARCH, ACRYLATES COPOLYMER, GLYCOLIC ACID, HYDROGENATED CASTOR OIL/SEBACIC ACID COPOLYMER, ETOCRYLENE, OLIVE OIL DECYL ESTERS, CI 77891 (TITANIUM DIOXIDE), MALIC ACID, TOCOPHERYL ACETATE, HEXANAL, LACTIC ACID, AQUA (WATER), PROPYLENE GLYCOL, CI 77491 (IRON OXIDES), SQUALENE, ALUMINUM HYDROXIDE, TRIETHOXYCAPRYLYLSILANE, CI 77492 (IRON OXIDES), QUARTZ, CI 77266 [NANO] (BLACK 2), POTASSIUM SORBATE, STEARALKONIUM BENTONITE, SORBIC ACID, TOCOPHEROL, PHOSPHORIC ACID, CI 77742 (MANGANESE VIOLET), CI 73360 (RED 30), DIACETONE ALCOHOL, KAOLIN

    77% natural origin ingredients*

    Active™ Smooth 03
    BUTYL ACETATE, ETHYL ACETATE, NITROCELLULOSE, ACETYL TRIBUTYL CITRATE, ADIPIC ACID/NEOPENTYL GLYCOL/TRIMELLITIC ANHYDRIDE COPOLYMER, ISOPROPYL ALCOHOL, SILICA, ORYZA SATIVA (RICE) STARCH, ACRYLATES COPOLYMER, HYDROGENATED CASTOR OIL/SEBACIC ACID COPOLYMER, GLYCOLIC ACID, ETOCRYLENE, OLIVE OIL DECYL ESTERS, TOCOPHERYL ACETATE, MALIC ACID, HEXANAL, CI 77491 (IRON OXIDES), LACTIC ACID, CI 77891 (TITANIUM DIOXIDE), SQUALENE, AQUA (WATER), CI 77266 [NANO] (BLACK 2), TRIETHOXYCAPRYLYLSILANE, ALUMINUM HYDROXIDE, STEARALKONIUM BENTONITE, CI 77492 (IRON OXIDES), DIACETONE ALCOHOL, TOCOPHEROL, CI 77742 (MANGANESE VIOLET), CI 73360 (RED 30), PHOSPHORIC ACID, KAOLIN

    77% natural origin ingredients*

    Nail & Cuticle Oil
    PRUNUS AMYGDALUS DULCIS (SWEET ALMOND) OIL, PASSIFLORA EDULIS SEED OIL, ADANSONIA DIGITATA SEED OIL, JUGLANS REGIA (WALNUT) SEED OIL, ALEURITES MOLUCCANUS SEED OIL, COCOS NUCIFERA (COCONUT) OIL, TOCOPHERYL ACETATE, TOCOPHEROL

    99% natural origin ingredients*

    *Calculation based on the international ISO 16128 standards.

    How to use the Basic Routine - Ridged Nails?

    Apply to bare nails for 2 weeks:

    1. Active™ Smooth - every 2 days: apply one coat to clean nails and allow to air dry. Reapply every other day without removing the previous coats. After one week, remove the polish using the Oil Remover or Gentle Remover, then repeat the routine the following week.
    2. Nail & Cuticle Oil - twice per day: massage a drop into the nails and cuticles.

    Sustainable Packaging

    Glass Bottle: Emptied, cleaned and dried bottles can either be reused or placed in a recycling bin separate from other materials to avoid contamination. If your local municipality does not accept glass for recycling, bottles can be brought to a collection center. No need to remove labeling.

    Plastic Cap (Plastic-type #5 - Polypropylene): Clean and remove cap from brush attachment and place in recycling bin or bring to a local collection center.

    Nail Brush (Plastic-type #4 - Low Density Polyethylene): Clean and remove cap from brush and place in recycling bin or bring to a local collection center.

    Label: No need to remove label as glass recycling processes will remove any labelling

    Box (Kraft Paper Box): Paper box can be unfolded and added to paper recycling bin or brought to a local collection center, Kraft paper box can also be added to any compost bin.

    As always, verify your local municipality's recycling regulations and procedures and for more information please go to berecycled.org/search or search.earth911.com

    Two square glass bottles from manucurist’s Basic Routine - Ridged Nails set, each with a white cap, labeled Active Smooth (containing pink liquid) and Huile Verte (with yellow liquid), stand side by side on a pale peach background. Specially designed for nail care, these products are ideal for nourishing and smoothing ridged nails and can also be used as cuticle oil to keep nails healthy.
    A promotional graphic for the Manucurist Ultimate Routine - Ridged Nails 14-day program, featuring a bottle of nail mask, icons for ridged nails, and a daily application schedule for effective nail care.
    A hand holds a bottle of Ultimate Routine - Ridged Nails, displaying results: 81% noticed stronger nails, 76% noticed revitalized nails, and ridged nails were reduced by 56%.
    A bottle of Ultimate Routine - Ridged Nails oil next to text stating that 100% of participants reported nourished, hydrated, and strengthened nails after one week of use.
    Four fingers displaying Manucurist Ultimate Routine - Ridged Nails shades: 00 Sheer Rosy Finish, 01 Sheer Beige Finish, 02 Sheer Golden Finish, and 03 Sheer Bronze Finish.
    Three glass bottles from the Manucurist Basic Routine - Ridged Nails set, along with a gray nail file, are arranged neatly on a light peach background—perfect for your daily nail care ritual. The bottles include Active Smooth, Huile Verte (a nourishing cuticle oil), and Masque S.O.S., all specially formulated to restore strength to ridged nails and promote overall nail health.
    Manucurist Starter Routine - Ridged Nails set featuring a nail file, a bottle of nail mask, a bottle of nail smooth treatment, a dropper bottle of cuticle oil, and a nail and cuticle pen.

    FAQs

    Les questions les plus fréquemment posées par nos utilisatrices et notre communauté !

    Which nail care is best suited for my nail type?

    Every nail type is different! Feel free to take our online diagnosis here to select the care routine best suited to you. We will then recommend a care routine tailored to your needs.

    Do I need to leave the Nail & Cuticle Oil on?

    Yes. Massage the Nail & Cuticle Oil into the nail surface and cuticles until absorbed. This is a leave-on care and does not need to be rinsed off.

    Can I use this routine if I'm already wearing traditional gel polish?

    This routine is designed to be used on bare nails. If you currently have gel polish or another nail enhancement on your nails, we recommend removing it before starting the routine.

    Is this routine suitable for sensitive nails?

    Yes. The formulas contain up to 99% natural origin ingredients and are designed to be gentle on both nails and cuticles.

    Can I continue using this routine after the 2-week care routine?

    We recommend taking a break after completing the 2-week care routine to help maintain your nails' natural balance. For ongoing results, the routine can be repeated once a month.

     

    Our customers talk about us!

    Our reviews are collected 28 days after any purchase and these are the reviews of verified buyers only

    Overall rating: 4.580931 / 5 from 902 reviews.

    AI Generated Review Summary

    The Basic Routine - Ridged Nails offers a comprehensive 2-week care plan designed to smooth and nourish ridged nails. The Active Smooth nail polish provides a beautiful color and a stunning effect, while the Nail & Cuticle Oil deeply penetrates and protects. Users report significant improvements in nail appearance and satisfaction with the routine's effectiveness.

    Summary topics

    • Nail & Cuticle Oil Penetration (4%): It was reported by customers that they love the oil and its ability to penetrate quickly into their cuticles.
    • Active Smooth Color (4%): It was reported by customers that the Active Smooth has a beautiful color and leaves a stunning effect.
    • Active Smooth Results (10%): Customers keep praising the Active Smooth for its beautiful results, with many expressing their satisfaction and happiness.

    Review topics: ["color","smell","feel","problem","quality","improvement","look","result","packaging","skin","amount","delivery","oil","smooth","appearance","nails","customer service","glow","benefit","routine","gift","condition","polish","kit","difference","mask","treatment","care","set","ridges"].

    Review highlights

    • "The Active Smooth polish fills in my nail ridges so nicely that they look smoother and my nails look much prettier." — Christine K.
    • "Now my skin and nails are healthy, look good, feel good, no breakage, and my skin finally looks healthy again." — KD
    • "Active glow super cool, I really like the color and my nails look really nice" — Marine D.

    Reviews

    Manicurist healed my nails

    "I absolutely love this system! The Ultimate Routine for Ridged Nails actually healed my weak, peeling nails. I've been using these products consistently for months. I've watched my nails transform from weak, peeling and breaking to being stronger and healthier. These products work and I will continue to use them."

    — Felicia (5/5)

    Après 15 jours d’utilisation régulière,

    "Après 15 jours d’utilisation régulière, en suivant la routine, je ne peux que recommander. Les ongles sont nourris, lissés, brillants. Ils ont retrouvé force et éclat. Vraiment une excellente routine et tellement facile à faire soi même, pas besoin d’être un professionnel pour avoir des ongles parfaits. Avec des félicitations supplémentaires pour la rapidité de l’expédition : j’habite à l’étranger et l’envoi a été très rapide. Les articles étaient extrêmement bien emballés ! Tout est impeccable."

    — Geneviève R. (5/5)

    Vraiment très bien. Un peu

    "Vraiment très bien. Un peu contraignant pour moi car je n'avais pas l'habitude de m'occuper de moi mais très bon résultats. J'ai fait les 15 jours mais je continue . Mes ongles sont nettement moins striés et cassants. Par contre j'ai eu le sérum complet et pas le concentré perfecteur mais je pense que c'est à peu près pareil. Je n'ai malheureusement pas pris de photo avant . Merci beaucoup pour ces soins."

    — Maillet M. (5/5)

    My nails look so much

    "My nails look so much healthier! I’ve been dealing with a torn nail for almost a year now because of the ridges in my nails. Nothing helped. After a few weeks of following the treatment, the ridges are much less noticeable and the torn nail is growing back Your customer service is also amazing!"

    — Mascha s. (5/5)

    Je suis mitigée. L'huile verte

    "Je suis mitigée. L'huile verte a un réel effet sur mes cuticules, ça c'est sûr. L'active smooth les rends lisses visuellement (j'ai beaucoup de stries) mais n'a pas atténué ces stries. Quand j'enleve le vernis, elles sont toujours aussi prononcées. Le serum, je ne saurais pas dire s'il a un effet ou pas. Mes ongles sont mieux qu'avant, certes, en dehors des stries, mais il faut vraiment faire la cure 4 emaines."

    — Erika T. (3/5)

    Gratamente sorprendida con los buenos

    "Gratamente sorprendida con los buenos resultados, que además he notado ya a los 2 ó 3 días. Tenía poca esperanza porque había probado varios tratamientos de otras marcas sin ningún resultado pero mis uñas ahora parecen nuevas ¡estoy encantada!"

    — Elena G. (5/5)

    Ich bin begeistert! Meine Nägel

    "Ich bin begeistert! Meine Nägel sehen schon viel besser aus und fühlen sich deutlich fester an. Auch die Rillen werden immer weniger sichtbar. Ich bin sehr zufrieden mit dem Ergebnis und kann die Routine nur empfehlen!"

    — Ursula O. (5/5)

    2 très bons produits. J’avais

    "2 très bons produits. J’avais les ongles très abîmés et striés, fragilisés. Qques jours après l’application plus aucun souci. Ils sont beaux, durs et tout lisses. Bref vraiment heureuse ! Je vais craquer direct pour les vernis !"

    — cecile.fondeur@gmail.com ‎. (4/5)

    L'huile verte est très agréable

    "L'huile verte est très agréable à utiliser, le masque SOS a l'air efficace (je sens mes ongles plus lisses quand je le retire le matin) et j'aime beaucoup l'active smooth 01. Je m'attendais quand-même à ce qu'il cache mieux mes stries. Par ailleurs, je trouve l'odeur des vernis active très forte, en tous cas plus forte que ce à quoi je m'attendais."

    — imeneh@gmail.com ‎. (4/5)

    La livraison de ma commande

    "La livraison de ma commande s’est révélée particulièrement chaotique. Cette expérience a fortement impacté ma satisfaction et constitue aujourd’hui un frein à l’éventualité d’une seconde commande."

    — carine g. (2/5)

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