Nail hardener
Force Nail Hardener

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The care base to lastingly fortify and strengthen soft, thin nails.

The Fortifying Base is a strengthening polish enriched with AHAs, PHAs and silicon to strengthen nails from within and create a protective shield resistant to daily wear and tear.

After 1 week of use, nails are lastingly strengthened and visibly more resistant to breakage.

What is your nail type? Take our nail diagnostic by clicking here to find out!

Applicator: Brush tip
Nail types: Soft
Benefits: Hardens & protects
How to use: As a 2-week treatment or before application
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Description

This 85% bio-sourced nail care base, rich in AHA and PHA, stimulates cell renewal to promote a healthy and fast regrowth.

To be applied as a base before applying a Green colour or as a 1-week treatment for naturally stronger nails!

  • Fortifies and strengthens
  • Enriched with AHA and silicon
  • Intense repair for soft nails
  • Can be used as a base
  • Recyclable glass bottle

How do I use the Strengthening Base?

For maintenance, apply alone or before your Green nail polish.
As a treatment, apply twice a week.

Ingredients / INCI

Super ingredients

INCI list

ETHYL ACETATE, BUTYL ACETATE, NITROCELLULOSE, ADIPIC ACID/NEOPENTYL GLYCOL/TRIMELLITIC ANHYDRIDE COPOLYMER, ACETYL TRIBUTYL CITRATE, ALCOHOL, GLYCOLIC ACID, AQUA (WATER), ETOCRYLENE, GLUCONOLACTONE, ISOPROPYL ALCOHOL, DIMETHYL OXOBENZO DIOXASILANE, CI 60725 (VIOLET 2)

84% plant-based

Pro tip ✨

Use as a standalone treatment, or as a regular base under Green nail polish — a true 2-in-1!

Force Nail Hardener
Force Nail Hardener
Force Nail Hardener
Force Nail Hardener

Strengthens soft and brittle nails

Protects against
breakage

Promotes healthy
and fast regrowth

Formula enriched with
AHA and silicon

FAQs

The questions our customers and community ask most often!

Why use a hardening nail polish?

Hardening nail polish is an essential treatment for fragile and brittle nails. It helps strengthen the nail structure, preventing splits and peeling. It is particularly recommended for people with soft or damaged nails, offering extra protection against external aggressors. Used regularly, it gives your nails the strength they need to withstand daily wear and tear, while improving their appearance.

When and how should you apply a nail hardener for best results?

For optimal results, apply the nail hardener to clean, dry nails. Ideally, use it as a base coat before applying a classic nail polish. You can also use it on its own as an intensive treatment. Apply a thin layer and let it dry before adding a second layer if needed. We recommend applying it 2 to 3 times a week to maximise its effectiveness. The hardener creates a protective barrier and promotes the regeneration of fragile nails.

How long does it take to see results from a nail hardener?

The initial results of a nail hardener polish are usually visible after 1 to 2 weeks of regular use. Your nails will gradually become stronger and more resilient. However, for long-lasting, visible results, we recommend using it alongside Green Oil and Keratin Booster, a hardening treatment that replenishes and strengthens the nail plate. This works to deeply reinforce your nails for optimal long-term results.

Can you apply regular nail polish over a nail hardener?

Yes, you can absolutely apply regular nail polish over a nail hardener. The hardener acts as a protective base, creating a solid, smooth layer on the nail, ideal for extending the wear of your polish. It's important to let the hardener dry before applying your coloured polish to achieve a clean, long-lasting finish.

Can treatment base coats be used as a base before applying my Green™ or Green Flash™ nail polish?

Treatment base coats can be used as the base for your Green™ manicure.

However, they cannot replace the Green Flash™ base coat, which cures under an LED lamp.

How many coats should you apply for a treatment base?

One coat is enough.

When reapplying a treatment base, do you need to remove the previous layer?

When doing a course of treatment, there is no need to remove the previous layer.

Is it recommended to use a treatment base coat under Green Flash™?

For optimal wear, it is not recommended to use a base coat other than Base Coat Green Flash™.

Can treatment bases be removed with the Green Flash™ remover?

All treatment bases are removed just like our nail polishes, with our Dissolving Oil or our Green Flash™ remover.

Which nail care is best suited to my nail type?

Every nail type is different! Feel free to take our online diagnostic to select the most suitable treatment;

We'll suggest a care routine that's just right for you!

What is the difference between the S.O.S Base and the Force Base?

The S.O.S Base is designed for brittle nails weakened by external aggressions: frequent gel manicures, excessive filing or buffing, overexposure to chemicals... The Force Base is designed for soft nails that tend to bend or fold easily.

To find out your nail type, take the personalised diagnosis: here

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: 4.673108 / 5 from 621 reviews.

AI Generated Review Summary

Manucurist's Base Fortifiante is a fortifying base enriched with AHAs, PHAs, and silicon, designed to strengthen weak and thin nails from within. Customers appreciate its beautiful, glossy, and transparent finish, as well as its ability to visibly improve nail strength. However, results vary among users, with some experiencing significant improvement while others see little to no change.

Summary topics

  • Fortify Base (16%): A significant number of customers loved the base, describing it as good, very good, and perfect.
  • Nail Polish (6%): Customers expressed appreciation for the gorgeous and effective nail polish that stays on for a long time.
  • Nail Polish Colors (3%): Customers keep praising the amazing colors and quality of the nail polish from Manucurist.
  • Nail Finish (4%): Customers raved about the beautiful, glossy, and transparent finish that this product gives to the nail.
  • Nail Strengthening Results (2%): The feedback is varied, with some customers very happy with the results while others had no results at all.

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Review highlights

  • "Beautiful glossy finish and really strengthens the nails" — Justine C.
  • "The base force is the ideal ally to strengthen soft and brittle nails." — Lydie C.
  • "Even without polish on top, it makes the nails look beautiful." — Silvana G.

Reviews

5 stars. My nails were

"5 stars. My nails were all ruined either gel manicure that I did for many years but I stop about 3 years ago. But nails will not grow and I have done damage permanently. Manicurist has returned the hope for me to have more healthy nails again. Not only they are repairing but growing and means the world to me. Thank you so much for making such great product 🙏❤️"

— Patricia E. (5/5)

I have always chewed my

"I have always chewed my nails, so I've been taking better care of them to try and stop. After using the Base S. O. S (which is incredible), I switched to this to maintain. My nails have never been stronger or harder than they are now. The Manicurist's nail strengtheners are the only ones that have ever worked for me, so they're well worth the investment."

— Rachel C. (5/5)

⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Franchement, j’adore vos vernis

"⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Franchement, j’adore vos vernis ! ❤️ Les couleurs sont canons, j’en ai plusieurs et je les adore vraiment. Mes vernis préférés… les Green Flash ! La tenue est vraiment top, surtout depuis le nouveau top coat, je trouve que ça tient encore mieux. J’adore pouvoir changer de couleur régulièrement, et avec toutes les teintes que vous avez, il y a vraiment de quoi faire 😍 Bref, je suis fan de vos vernis !"

— Alexandra T. (5/5)

La mejor

"Compré la Base SOS porque mis uñas estaban destrozadas después de una manicura permanente. Más tarde pedí está base y, para mis uñas, es una maravilla. Me gusta incluso más que la Base SOS. Genial como base con los esmaltes Green y como tratamiento. Un básico para mí."

— Nía (5/5)

Prodotto molto valido,aiuta l'unghia a

"Prodotto molto valido,aiuta l'unghia a diventare più forte"

— Valeria B. (5/5)

Super! Nägel super, kann ich

"Super! Nägel super, kann ich nur empfehlen. Stark und lang"

— Birgit B. (5/5)

Solid product. All the manicurist

"Solid product. All the manicurist products live up to their advertising."

— Louise W. (5/5)

Base fortificante

"Le mie unghie risultano più forti e non si piegano come prima"

— Manuela Z. (5/5)

Satisfaite de ce produit

"Satisfaite de ce produit"

— Coralie M. (5/5)

Buon prodotto. Ma serve un

"Buon prodotto. Ma serve un uso quotidiano per rendere le mie unghie più forti"

— Roberta P. (4/5)

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