nail care kit
Starter Routine - Damaged Nails

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  • A set of four square bottles from Manucurist’s Basic Routine - Damaged Nails collection, displayed on a light pink background and labeled Base S.O.S., Masque S.O.S., Huile Verte, and Kératine Booster—each expertly formulated to strengthen brittle nails and repair damage for healthier-looking hands.
  • Three glass bottles from the Manucurist Basic Routine - Damaged Nails set—Base S.O.S., Masque S.O.S., and Huile verte—are arranged side by side on a light beige background, each specially formulated to strengthen brittle nails and support your nail care routine.
  • 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.
  • A bottle of Manucurist S.O.S Rescue Duo for damaged nails on a beige background, with text stating 100% of nails are harder, 97% are healthier, and 93% show improved quality after use.
  • Manucurist S.O.S. Nail Mask is shown, formulated for nail regeneration; after 14 nights, 80% noticed more hydrated nails and 75% saw nails were harder and stronger.
  • A bottle of Manucurist Starter Routine - Damaged Nails with dropper. 100% of users saw more nourished, hydrated nails after a week, per a 2-week test panel of 20.
  • Five manicure essentials from Manucurist’s Basic Routine - Damaged Nails set—base, mask, oil, booster, and concentrate—are arranged neatly on a light pink background. Each product is housed in a clear or white bottle with fresh green and pink labels, making them perfect for repairing damaged nails and strengthening brittle tips while elevating your nail care routine.
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Repeated applications of traditional gel polish, manual work, or frequent use of hand sanitizer can leave nails weakened over time.

This intensive 2-week care routine has been designed to repair, strengthen, and nourish damaged, weak, and brittle nails.

Included:

  • The S.O.S. Base Coat, a concentrated care polish that helps repair damaged and brittle nails.
  • The Nail & Cuticle Oil, an ultra-nourishing care that soothes and protects nails and cuticles every day.
  • The S.O.S. Mask, an overnight regenerating care that intensely hydrates and strengthens weakened nails.
  • 2-week nail care guide, with a detailed day-by-day routine.
Nail type: Damaged
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Description

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

S.O.S. Base Coat, enriched with hexanal, vitamin C, and AHAs:

  • 100% said their nails felt harder*
  • 93% noticed the quality of their nails had improved*
  • 87% observed their nails were repaired*

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

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

S.O.S. Mask, enriched with panthenol:

  • 80% observed their nails were more hydrated***
  • 75% noticed their nails were harder***
  • 75% said their nails were stronger***

*External use test on 20 volunteers, applied twice a week for 21 days.
**Consumer test on 20 participants over 2 weeks.
***Consumer test on 20 participants over 14 days.

Ingredients (INCI)

S.O.S. Base Coat
ETHYL ACETATE, BUTYL ACETATE, NITROCELLULOSE, ADIPIC ACID/NEOPENTYL GLYCOL/TRIMELLITIC ANHYDRIDE COPOLYMER, ACETYL TRIBUTYL CITRATE, ALCOHOL, SUCROSE ACETATE ISOBUTYRATE, HEA IPDI ISOCYANURATE TRIMER/POLYCAPROLACTONE DIOL COPOLYMER, GLYCOLIC ACID, TRIS-HEA ISOCYANURATE TRIMER, N-BUTYL ALCOHOL, ISOPROPYL ALCOHOL, ETOCRYLENE, MALIC ACID, LACTIC ACID, HEXANAL, TRIMETHYLPENTANEDIYL DIBENZOATE, AQUA (WATER), PANTHENOL, MAGNESIUM ASCORBYL PHOSPHATE, CI 60725 (VIOLET 2), TOCOPHEROL

71% 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*

S.O.S. Mask
AQUA (WATER), ALCOHOL DENAT., POLYVINYL ALCOHOL, PANTHENOL, PARFUM (FRAGRANCE), ALCOHOL, TRIS(TETRAMETHYLHYDROXYPIPERIDINOL) CITRATE, CI 14700 (RED 4)

80.5% natural origin ingredients*

*Calculation based on the international ISO 16128 standards.

How to use the Starter Routine - Damaged Nails?

Apply to bare nails for 2 weeks:

  1. S.O.S. Base Coat - every 2 days: apply one coat to clean nails. Reapply every other day without removing the previous coat.
  2. 2. Nail & Cuticle Oil - twice per day: massage a drop into the nails and cuticles.
  3. 3. S.O.S. Mask - once a week: at the end of each week, remove the S.O.S. Base Coat using the Oil Remover or Gentle Remover. Apply a thick layer of the mask and let it air dry. The next morning, peel it off or rinse away with soapy water.
A set of four square bottles from Manucurist’s Basic Routine - Damaged Nails collection, displayed on a light pink background and labeled Base S.O.S., Masque S.O.S., Huile Verte, and Kératine Booster—each expertly formulated to strengthen brittle nails and repair damage for healthier-looking hands.
Three glass bottles from the Manucurist Basic Routine - Damaged Nails set—Base S.O.S., Masque S.O.S., and Huile verte—are arranged side by side on a light beige background, each specially formulated to strengthen brittle nails and support your nail care routine.
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.
A bottle of Manucurist S.O.S Rescue Duo for damaged nails on a beige background, with text stating 100% of nails are harder, 97% are healthier, and 93% show improved quality after use.
Manucurist S.O.S. Nail Mask is shown, formulated for nail regeneration; after 14 nights, 80% noticed more hydrated nails and 75% saw nails were harder and stronger.
A bottle of Manucurist Starter Routine - Damaged Nails with dropper. 100% of users saw more nourished, hydrated nails after a week, per a 2-week test panel of 20.
Five manicure essentials from Manucurist’s Basic Routine - Damaged Nails set—base, mask, oil, booster, and concentrate—are arranged neatly on a light pink background. Each product is housed in a clear or white bottle with fresh green and pink labels, making them perfect for repairing damaged nails and strengthening brittle tips while elevating your nail care routine.

FAQs

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.

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: 4.597297 / 5 from 1480 reviews.

AI Generated Review Summary

Customers have found the Starter Routine for Damaged Nails to be highly effective, with significant improvements in nail health and appearance. The kit includes products that are praised for their nourishing and hardening properties, though some users report varied results. The routine is recommended for its intensive treatment, and the mask is particularly noted for its hydrating effects.

Summary topics

  • Intensive Treatment Routine (6%): It was noted by customers that the skincare routine is highly recommended and provides a great nightly/weekly routine.
  • Nail Improvement (9%): In general, customers have seen significant improvements in their nails after using the products. However, there are a few cases where there are no noticeable improvements.
  • Nail Treatment (5%): Customers loved the treatment, with many describing it as effective and the best they have used.
  • Mask Effectiveness (5%): It was highlighted by customers that the mask is effective in adding moisture to the skin and leaving it soft and smooth.
  • Oil Nourishment (5%): It was reported by customers that the oil is very nourishing and makes nails look shiny and healthy.

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Review highlights

  • "I'm really liking the rescue kit, the complete serum and the keratin Booster and the huile verte and the SOS mask." — Patricia G.
  • "Perfect, fast shipping and above all, super explanations for having healthy nails" — Agnes R.
  • "Very satisfied with the products, my nails look prettier." — Sandrine P.

Reviews

I absolutely love my Manicurist

"I absolutely love my Manicurist Ultimate Routine for damaged nails! And WHAT A DIFFERENCE this routine has made for my nails! They look so much better and healthier. I’ve even combined the “Routine” with my new Cranberry nail polish, and it looks so pretty, yet simple, on my nails! The natural look is so welcoming and refreshing on my nails! I’m a new user for LIFE now. Thank you so much, Manicurist!"

— Margaret H. (5/5)

J'ai essayé la routine pendant

"J'ai essayé la routine pendant 1 mois car j'avais des ongles cassants, mais ça n'a pas changé mes ongles. Étant à ce moment là en post partum et allaitant, je pense qu'il s'agit plutôt d'un taux de fer bas, et donc il me faut une cure de vitamines. J'adore le masque SOS de nuit, l'huile verte et le keratine booster. Je n'utilise pas la base SOS. Je conseille cet achat : permet de soigner ses ongles entre deux manucures."

— Cécile G. (5/5)

Die Produkte sind bisher die

"Die Produkte sind bisher die besten, die ich ausprobiert habe, um meine Nägel wieder in den Normalzustand zu bringen. Keratinbooster und Maske sind TOP. auch der Nagelhärter. Danke für dafür!"

— h2architekt@aol.com ‎. (5/5)

SUPER HEATHLY NAILS I have

"SUPER HEATHLY NAILS I have to say it took just a bit longer to see great results (but I stuck with it and applied the products as recommended for an additional 2 weeks. The before pic was taken 7/1 and the after pics were taken 7/30. They are moisturized from the products and no longer dried out and cracking. Even the skin around the nails looks healthier. I purchased the hydrating serum too, which is a wonderful treat! I am a fan."

— Janet S. (5/5)

Ho 65 anni,le mie unghie

"Ho 65 anni,le mie unghie erano fragili e brutte da vedere,dopo il trattamento sono ritornate perfette come una volta. Ho già rifatto un altro acquisto perché ho deciso che userò sempre prodotti i prodotti manicurist!!"

— errico.cesira@yahoo.it ‎. (5/5)

Yay!!! It works.

"I was really looking for anything at this time. My nails keep chipping and breaking. Nail salons only made it worse, but from day 1 I could tell this was different. My nails absorb the keratin and oil right away. I'm now 2 weeks in, continuing the process, and I am about to order their nail polishes. Can't wait to have nice-looking, natural polished nails."

— Brenda B. (5/5)

Ridges Be Gone

"Finally found a product that works like it says it will. My ridges have virtually disappeared. My nails look healthy and presentable. The mask is quite a mystery since it works overnight to add hydration to the nails. And the oil is a very nice bonus."

— Sharron C. (5/5)

Il y a 2 mois

"Il y a 2 mois mes ongles etaient tres abimes et tres mous. Cela fait 1 mois que j utilise la routine stater mes ongles revivent. Ils sont devenus dures et ont vois la couche de l ongle se réformer. Super produits."

— valerie L. (5/5)

Good quality, lasts for a

"Good quality, lasts for a long time compared to other brands. I haven’t noticed any improvement of the quality of my nails tho which is disappointing. Will persevere."

— Abby H. (4/5)

De momento lo he probado

"De momento lo he probado durante un par de semanas y bien, he notado las uñas más nutridas aunque nada espectacular. Quizá hace falta más aplicaciones."

— Rocío C. (4/5)

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