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Effective Emollient

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The Effective Emollient to gently soften and push back cuticles.

An essential step before every manicure for a clean nail plate and better colour adhesion.

Thanks to its gel texture enriched with plant glycerin, the Effective Emollient softens and hydrates the nail contour to make removing cuticles and dead skin easier.

Applicator: Pipette tip
Nail types: Damaged, Soft, Sensitive, Ridged, Dull, Yellow, and Bitten
Benefits: Softens & hydrates
How to use: Before each manicure
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Description

Push back softened cuticles using a Cuticle Pusher for a neat nail contour: an essential step before applying polish for an impeccable manicure.

Its 97% bio-sourced formula, with a gel texture enriched with glycerin, allows precise application all around the nail contour.

How to use it?

Nail preparation in 3 steps for better colour wear:

  • Apply the Effective Cuticle Softener around the nail to soften the cuticles.
  • Leave on for 2 minutes, then push back the cuticles using the Cuticle Pusher.
  • Remove all traces of excess product, oils and/or impurities using the Degreaser to ensure better adhesion and longer-lasting polish wear.

Pro tip ✨

Make sure to degrease the nail using the Gentle Remover, after using the Effective Emollient and before applying polish to improve wear!

Ingredients / INCI

Super ingredients

INCI list

AQUA (WATER), GLYCERIN, POTASSIUM HYDROXIDE, CARBOMER

97% bio-sourced ingredients

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Makes it easier to remove cuticles and dead skin

Softens cuticles
gently​

97% ingredients
of natural origin

Precise application with
a gel texture

FAQs

The questions our customers and community ask most often!

What is a cuticle softener?

A cuticle softener is a treatment that softens and hydrates the skin around the nail to make cuticle work easier. It softens dry tissue and dead skin, helping you achieve a clean, neat nail plate before applying polish. Unlike harsh products, the cuticle softener works gently while respecting the balance of the skin and nail.

How do I use a cuticle softener?

Apply the cuticle softener to clean, dry nails, using one drop per nail. After a few seconds, the cuticles become softer and can be easily pushed back with a cuticle pusher. Simply wipe away any excess to prepare the nail for your manicure.

Should you cut your cuticles after application?

No. The emollient is designed to soften cuticles so they can be pushed back, without needing to cut them. Cutting weakens the skin and can cause small injuries, whereas pushing back preserves the nail's natural barrier.

Is the cuticle remover greasy?

No. A water-based gel emollient contains no fatty substances. It leaves no oily film on the nail and does not affect the adhesion of nail polish or the application of gel polish.

How many drops of Effective Emollient should be applied?

One drop of Effective Emollient is enough for each nail.

Should excess product be removed before applying polish?

Yes, absolutely. Before applying polish, remove any excess product with a cotton pad, then degrease the nail using the Degreaser or Green Flash™ Remover.

Can you apply nail polish after an emollient?

Yes. Once the excess has been removed and the nail surface degreased, you can apply a Green™ nail polish or a Green Flash™ semi-permanent nail polish without any risk of lifting or poor hold.

How often should you use a cuticle emollient?

Using it once a week is enough to keep cuticles supple, the nail contour neat and provide an ideal base for your manicure, without weakening the skin.

What is the difference between a softening water and a cuticle softener?

A softening water hydrates and softens the skin around the nail. A cuticle softener uses this action to gently loosen cuticles and dead skin, making them easier to push back for more precise nail preparation.

Can pregnant and/or breastfeeding women use the skincare range?

The skincare formulas are green and clean: they are bio-sourced up to 99%, meaning they are made from ingredients derived from biomass such as aloe vera, lemon, ginseng, pomegranate and grape. However, all nail polish, regardless of its nature, should be avoided by pregnant women or breastfeeding mothers. If in doubt, we invite you to consult your doctor.

Can using nail care products cause allergies?

Our care formulas are compliant with European regulations and do not contain sensitising substances. They are also certified gluten-free and safe for people who are gluten intolerant or have coeliac disease, just like the Green Flash™, Green™, and Active™ ranges. Most customers who have experienced allergies with conventional nail care products do not have any with the Manucurist care range. However, since allergic reactions are not exclusively linked to synthetic ingredients, they can sometimes occur with plant-based ingredients as well. If you have any doubts, we advise you to consult your doctor.

For more information, we recommend reading our blog post on allergies.

 

Our customers are talking about us!

We collect reviews 28 days after purchase, and publish only reviews from verified buyers.

Overall rating: 4.7979274 / 5 from 1351 reviews.

AI Generated Review Summary

The Émollient Efficace provides salon-like care for cuticles, making them soft and smooth. It is essential for preparing nails for a neat and clean manicure, effectively removing cuticles and dead skin. The result is a well-prepared nail bed, enhancing the overall manicure experience.

Summary topics

  • Cuticle Care (3%): Customers raved about the salon-like care and effectiveness of this cuticle softener.
  • Cuticle Removal (6%): Customers keep praising the effectiveness of this cuticle remover, stating that it is the best they have ever used.
  • Cuticle Softness (18%): A significant number of customers loved how this cuticle softener made their cuticles soft and smooth.
  • Nail Cleanliness (11%): It was noted by customers that the emollient allows for clean and well-defined nails.

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Review highlights

  • "The cuticles are well cared for." — Elena D.
  • "Great product that removes those unsightly little bits of skin well, which allows for a perfect manicure" — Elodie
  • "All it takes to have perfect nails ready for polish application, is 2 minutes and a gentle scrape of the cuticles!" — Anna

Reviews

Émollient parfait

"Juste parfait pour préparer le contour de l’ongle avant la pose de vernis… je l’utilise régulièrement même sans pose de vernis car il permet un contour net et hydraté….. indispensable !"

— Nath (5/5)

Très satisfaite. Excellent soin qui

"Très satisfaite. Excellent soin qui contribue à la bonne tenue du vernis et à la santé des ongles. J'utilise le sérum en complément ."

— Nathalie T. (5/5)

The good one. But truly

"The good one. But truly since I started to use theirs Active serum and treatments use it less and less"

— Natallia R. (5/5)

Very effective

"I am quite neglectful of my cuticles in between manicures and this stuff is great for quickly fixing them when I'm about to paint. Works really fast to soften your cuticles."

— Donna F. (5/5)

Toujours efficace pour eliminer les

"Toujours efficace pour eliminer les peaux mortes et les cuticules. Pour moi un basic pour ma manucure."

— Sara M. (5/5)

Un incontournable de mes achats

"Un incontournable de mes achats maintenant. Manucure super facile avec cet émollient."

— Valérie G. (5/5)

Me va genial, un imprescindible

"Me va genial, un imprescindible"

— Imma C. (5/5)

Es bueno, facilita la limpieza

"Es bueno, facilita la limpieza de pieles."

— Rosa A. (5/5)

Permet de bien préparer les

"Permet de bien préparer les ongles avant ma Green flash."

— Virginie B. (5/5)

Fantastiche!!! Fondamentali per la preparazione

"Fantastiche!!! Fondamentali per la preparazione dell’unghia."

— Alessandra G. (5/5)

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