The Manucurist Base S.O.S. is an intensively nourishing and strengthening base coat for severely damaged, brittle, or splitting nails. The concentrated formula with AHA, vitamin B5, vitamin C, and hexanal supports the regeneration of the nail plate, strengthens weakened nails, and can be used both as a strengthening treatment and as a base coat under Green™ nail polish.
- Intensively strengthening base coat for damaged, brittle, and splitting nails
- Especially suitable after gel or semi-permanent manicures, heavy filing, or other stress
- Supports the regeneration and strength of the nail plate
- With AHA complex, vitamin B5, vitamin C, and hexanal
- Moisturizes stressed nails and supports a smoother nail surface
- Can be used as a nail treatment or base coat under Green™ color polish
- 78% biobased ingredients
- Vegan and can be used without a UV or LED lamp
Base S.O.S. is the most intensive of Manucurist's nourishing Green™ bases and is specifically designed for nails whose structure is already visibly damaged. If nails frequently split, break, or feel thin and stressed after gel manicures, the formula provides more targeted strengthening care than a classic base coat.
As a base coat, Base S.O.S. protects the natural nail and creates a well-groomed foundation for Green™ color polish. Between manicures, the product can also be worn alone as a strengthening treatment.
Benefits & care
Base S.O.S. combines several active ingredients that address the different needs of damaged nails - from strength and moisture to a more even-looking nail surface.
- AHA complex of glycolic, malic, and lactic acids supports renewal of the nail surface and helps rough or uneven-looking nails appear smoother and more well-groomed.
- Panthenol / vitamin B5 binds moisture and supports the suppleness of the nail plate. This is particularly important for dry, brittle nails prone to splitting.
- Vitamin C complements the formula with antioxidant properties and supports the protection of stressed nails from external influences.
- Hexanal supports the strength of the nail plate and helps make weakened nails more resistant to breakage.
- Vitamin E complements the care with antioxidant and protective properties.
The formula consists of 78% biobased ingredients. Plant-based and renewable raw materials replace a large proportion of conventional petrochemical raw materials.
Which Manucurist base coat is right for my nails?
Manucurist currently offers three different Green™ base coats for different nail needs:
- Green™ Vitamin Base Coat: the versatile standard base for normal to lightly stressed nails. The KeraHCE+ formula with hexanal as well as vitamins C and E strengthens and protects the nail under color while also improving the adhesion of Green™ nail polish.
- Strengthening Base Coat: specially designed for soft, thin, and very flexible nails that bend or fold easily. AHA, PHA, and silicon support strength and resilience.
- Base S.O.S.: targeted intensive care for severely stressed, brittle, splitting, or already damaged nails. It is also particularly useful after demanding gel or semi-permanent manicures.
In short: Vitamin Base Coat for regular Green™ manicures, Strengthening Base Coat for soft nails, Base S.O.S. for visibly damaged and brittle nails.
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Application
- Apply Base S.O.S. to the clean, dry, oil-free natural nail.
- As a base coat: Apply one thin coat and let it dry. Then apply two thin coats of the desired Green™ color polish and a suitable top coat.
- As a treatment: Apply Base S.O.S. directly to the natural nail twice a week.
- For severely stressed nails, the treatment is particularly suitable between two color polish, gel, or semi-permanent manicures.
- Base S.O.S. dries naturally in the air - no UV or LED lamp is required.
- Base S.O.S. is designed for the Green™ System. For a Green Flash™ manicure, use only the Green Flash™ Vitamin Base Coat intended for this purpose.
- For removal, use Manucurist Nail Polish Remover Green.
FAQ
What nails is Base S.O.S. suitable for?
Base S.O.S. is specifically designed for severely stressed, brittle, splitting, or damaged nails. The treatment is particularly useful after repeated gel or semi-permanent manicures, heavy filing, or other stress to the nail plate.
What is the difference between Base S.O.S., Vitamin Base Coat, and Strengthening Base Coat?
Vitamin Base Coat is the standard base for normal to lightly stressed nails and the classic foundation of a Green™ manicure. Strengthening Base Coat is designed for soft, thin, and very flexible nails. Base S.O.S. is the more intensive care for already visibly damaged, brittle, or splitting nails.
Can I use Base S.O.S. without color polish?
Yes. Base S.O.S. can be worn alone as a strengthening nail treatment and does not have to be combined with color polish.
Can I use Base S.O.S. under Green™ nail polish?
Yes. Base S.O.S. can be used as a nourishing base coat under Manucurist's classic Green™ color polishes.
Can I use Base S.O.S. under Green Flash™?
No. The Green Flash™ system requires its own Green Flash™ Vitamin Base Coat, which is cured under an LED lamp.
How often can I use Base S.O.S. as a treatment?
Manucurist recommends using it as a treatment twice a week directly on the natural nail.
Do I need a lamp for Base S.O.S.?
No. Base S.O.S. is part of classic Green™ nail care and dries in the air.
Ingredients / INCI
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, Trimethylpentanediol Dibenzoate, Aqua (Water), Panthenol, Magnesium Ascorbyl Phosphate, CI 60725 (Violet 2), Tocopherol.
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