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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.
  • Coverage:Nail type:Ridged
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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.
Two square glass bottles with white caps rest on a light beige background; one labeled “Active Smooth” and the other “Huile Verte.” Both are part of Manucurist’s Basic Routine - Ridged Nails, specially formulated for nail care—perfect for smoothing ridged nails or nourishing with rejuvenating cuticle oil.
A promotional image for Manucurist’s Basic Routine - Sensitive Nails features a pink bottle of nail mask and a digital daily plan, offering a guided 2-week program with simple steps for stronger nails and an improved nail care routine.
Hand holding a bottle of Manucurist Active™ Smooth 00 nail serum next to text stating that users noticed stronger, revitalized nails and a 56% reduction in nail irregularities after 3 weeks, based on a clinical test with 21 women. Experience advanced nail care with Manucurist Active™ Smooth 00—the essential solution for healthy-looking nails.
A bottle of Manucurist Nourishing Cuticle Oil with text stating it nourishes and hydrates nails and cuticles; 100% of users noticed improved nourishment and hydration after one week.
Four hands with different skin tones, each positioned above a coordinated nail polish shade—Active™ Smooth 00 Sheer Rosy, Sheer Beige, Sheer Golden, and Sheer Bronze finishes from Manucurist—labeled Active Smooth 00 to 03. This CC Polish Treatment by Manucurist acts as the ultimate nail perfector, delivering advanced nail care in every swipe.
Three bottles from Manucurist’s Basic Routine - Ridged Nails set and a gray nail file are arranged on a pale pink background. The bottles in the set—Active Smooth, Huile Verte, and Masque S.O.S.—are each formulated to address issues like ridged nails and provide nourishing cuticle care for healthier-looking hands.
The Manucurist Basic Routine - Ridged Nails set, featuring four bottles labeled Active Smooth, Sérum Complet, Huile Verte, and Masque S.O.S. for comprehensive nail care—including ridged nails—appears beside a gray Manucurist-branded nail file on a pale background.

FAQ

Our Frequently Asked Questions from our customers and community!

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.

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