FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

GENERAL

What is Light Lacquer?

Light Lacquer is a new nail colour formulation that:

(1) applies simply like polish;

(2) dries, cures and shines like gel;

(3) removes effortlessly without harsh chemicals

Is Light Lacquer safe?

Light Lacquer is vegan, cruelty-free and 9-free. Light Lacquer does not contain Formaldehyde, Toluene, Dibutyl Phthalate (DBP), Camphor, Formaldehyde Resin, Xylene, Ethyl Tosylamide, Phthalates and Parabens.

How long can one bottle of Light Lacquer last?

Our professional bottle volume (15ml) can deliver about 30 full sets of nail manicure that can last for 7-10 days each. Our home bottle volume is 8ml and our travel bottle volume is 5ml.

Please note that individual results may vary with the amount used and layers applied.

What is the shelf life of Light Lacquer?

We recommend our products to be used within 24 months from opening. To prevent the formula from becoming sticky or clumpy and maximise its shelf life, please ensure that

• the cap is closed tightly after use;
• the cap is not left opened for too long (so that dust and other contaminants do not mix with the formula); and
• store the bottle away from direct sunlight or strong heat

I only need just one bottle of Light Lacquer to do a full manicure?

That’s absolutely right! After curing your nails, you’re done and ready to conquer the world!

SAFETY

What if I get Light Lacquer on my skin and cuticles?

Wipe away any Light Lacquer on your skin and cuticles with rubbing alcohol immediately to avoid potential skin irritation.

Is Light Lacquer pregnancy safe?

In general, the common chemicals that are of concern for pregnant ladies are Formaldehyde, DBP, Toluene and Camphor; and being 9-free, our formula does not include those chemicals and also does not include Formaldehyde Resin, Xylene, Ethyl Tosylamide, Phthalates and Parabens.

Is Light Lacquer safe for kids?

In general, the cause of concern for pregnant ladies are the same for kids. Please see previous FAQ above.

Does Light Lacquer cause damage to natural nails?

Disclaimer: All nail products would damage nails to some extent.

Light Lacquer is significantly less harsh on your nails as the removal process is unlike traditional gel and does not require drilling, filing, soaking in acetone or heating. Just peel it off and you’re good to go for another round! Perfect for a quick fix or a quick colour change.

APPLICATION

How do I apply Light Lacquer?

Light Lacquer can be applied in the same way as regular nail polish.

Here are some tips:

1. Start with clean dry nails. Remove oil and dirt with a soapy hand wash. Alternatively, clean off excess dirt or oil with alcohol wipes or nail polish remover. Also, do not apply any cuticle oil or hand cream on your hands and nails prior to applying Light Lacquer. This is because oil and other particles on your nail bed inhibits the lacquer from adhering smoothly to your nail bed.

2. Apply 2-3 thin coats rather than one thick coat and cure for 30-45 seconds. Ensure the first coat is cured entirely before applying the second coat. While it might save time to just do one thick coat, it will affect the longevity of your Light Lacquer manicure. Thinner coats also help prevent air bubbles from getting trapped between the lacquer and the nail bed.

3. End your application by capping the free edge - don’t stop at the tip, but continue to go over the edge of your nail to cover the tip too. This will help to prevent chipping. Applying our premium clear gloss creates an additional protective layer which also helps prevent chipping when the free end is capped too.

4. We recommend curing each layer for 30-45 seconds under our 36W professional lamp and 45-60 seconds under our 6W travel lamp.

IMPORTANT: Do not apply any other gel or regular polish base coat before applying Light Lacquer as this will negate the peel-able properties of Light Lacquer and cause damage to your nail plate when peeling off the lacquer layer.

Do I need to apply base coat before using Light Lacquer?

Nope you do not! Light Lacquer can be applied straight onto your nails like normal nail polish. Cure for 30-45 seconds afterwards.

Do I need to layer top coat after applying Light Lacquer?

There is no need for any top coat as Light Lacquer cures to a super high shine. We believe in it so much that we don’t even sell a separate topcoat product!

And unlike traditional gel, there is no sticky tacky surface after curing too so say goodbye to alcohol wipes!

My lacquer layer seems fine after curing but after a while it starts to get wrinkly. Why is that?

The lacquer layer was too thick, and the bottom layer was not cured properly. As Light Lacquer is peelable gel nail polish, it only cures under UVLED light. Non-translucent colours will not allow light to pass through thus only the top surface is cured under the UVLED lamp. Bottom layers that are uncured will make the manicure wrinkly and wavy.

We recommend starting with a thin coat before applying subsequent layers thinly. Cure for at least 45 seconds to ensure full dryness.

My lacquer layer seems fine after curing but after a while little bumps start to show under. Why is that?

When the bottom layer(s) is/are not cured properly, air bubbles can get trapped underneath the top surface layer, causing bumps to appear.

We recommend starting with a thin coat before applying subsequent layers thinly. Applying in a slow, controlled motion can help to prevent air bubbles from being trapped in the lacquer layer. Cure for at least 45 seconds to ensure full dryness.

Do I need to cure one nail at a time or can I apply on all 5 nails first before curing altogether under the lamp?

You can apply on all 5 of your fingers first before putting your whole hand into the lamp. However, as Light Lacquer only cures under UVLED light, the lacquer can flow off the sides of your nails before you finish applying all 5 fingers. We recommend applying two thin coats instead of one thick coat to for the best smoothness.

If the lacquer flows or shrinks while you’re painting all 5 fingers, you can try “flash curing” - Cure your finger(s) under the UVLED lamp for a couple seconds to cure the top most surface before you continue painting your other fingers. After all your nails are painted, proceed to cure all of them at the same time again for 30-45 seconds under our professional lamp (36W).

REMOVAL

How do I remove Light Lacquer from my nails?

Just peel it right off! There’s no need to soak your nails in harsh acetone or do any damaging scraping of the nails.

We recommend starting from the base near the cuticle, then go along the sides of your nails, before peeling the whole surface off in a horizontal direction

I can't seem to peel off my lacquer layer properly. Any reason or advice?

The nail bed has micropores that allows natural body oils to be emitted and everyone’s nails are different. Thus, some people’s nails are naturally drier (or more oily). If it’s difficult to peel off the lacquer layer, moisturise your cuticles and nails with cuticle oil or moisturiser. Once there is a small lift at any edge, add more cuticle oil or moisturiser at the opening to let it seep under the lacquer between your nail bed and the lacquer layer. Leave for a while and the oil will weaken the adhesives of the lacquer and you can peel it off cleanly.

If your Light Lacquer manicure is still hard to peel off, you can still remove it with the traditional method of soaking in acetone. Light Lacquer will soften in acetone and peel off very easily.

LASTING PROPERTIES

How long does Light Lacquer last on my nails?

As a formula that allows you to peel it off cleanly, it will undoubtedly not last as long as a traditional gel. In general it should last between 3 - 7 days with most customers reporting an average of 5 days. Individual results may vary depending on your daily activities that require the use of your hands and nails. For example, housework and exposure to soaps and chemicals naturally weakens the bonds of the lacquer to your nails.

Why does my Light Lacquer manicure seem to peel off more easily than others?

Most common reasons are:

1. Naturally produced oils on the nail bed will result in weakened adhesion between Light Lacquer and the nail plate, hence peeling off easily.
2. The nail plate was not cleaned properly of oils and dirt before application.
3. The Light Lacquer application was too thick and bottom layers did not cure properly.
4. Not capping the free edge of the nail tip can lead to lifting which causes the manicure to peel off easily.

It is advised to do nail prep before applying Light Lacquer as it will help in creating a long-lasting Light Lacquer manicure. Please refer to the FAQ “How Do I Apply Light Lacquer” for recommended steps.

I've followed your advice but my manicure still doesn't seem to last. What should I do?

You can try buffing the surface of your nails with a nail buff to roughen the surface to increase the adhesion of Light Lacquer on the nail plate, However, this may cause some parts of the top surface layer of your nail plate to peel off when removing your Light Lacquer manicure. We do not recommend this as it may cause damage to your nails.

Alternatively, you can dehydrate your nails by wiping the nail surface with rubbing alcohol or applying nail dehydrator and primer.

I’ve used different Light Lacquer colours and find that some colours peel more easily than others. Why is that?

White based and neutral colours like Greige, Fair Pointe or Queen Pink tend to come off a bit more easily than colours like Rat Over Ox or Dark Maroon because of the concentration of white base lacquer.

For colours with a high white percentage base, apply the lacquer layer in two very thin layers. The first layer should just barely cover your nails and the second layer should cover the entire nail.