• Magique SecondSkin contains latex, and latex will stick to itself. Best way to avoid this accidental touching is to put cotton balls between your fingers/toes or use a finger separator or toe spacer. This extra step will ease your application and reduce frustration.
• For best results, apply Magique SecondSkin to three fingers at a time, and complete the following instructions before completing the remaining fingers. Tweezers and manicure stick are very helpful to have available to make it even easier.

• Apply Magique SecondSkin liberally to the skin around your nails and let dry completely. If needed, apply a second coat for a thicker feel and to achieve a darker pick color when dried.
• Shape if necessary with manicure stick or free finger to gently push the dried barrier towards the cuticle and away from nail bed. Make sure no Magique SecondSkin is touching the nail bed or polish will stick to it and will give a jagged tear line.
• Apply nail polish in downward strokes away from cuticle area, or create your desired nail art style.
• Do not wait for the nail polish to dry completely before peeling, or the dried nail polish might tear or peel away from the nail bed, resulting in a less than perfect look.
• Trace between the top of nail bed and cuticle with the point of the included manicure stick. This extra step will give you a crisp tear line and result in a better final finish.
• Peel by grabbing one end of the Magique SecondSkin with tweezers, and gently pull the barrier away from your skin in one slow motion to reveal a nail creation.
• Enjoy!

Below are best practices to get the best results:

• Use non-latex sponges for gradients.
• Magique SecondSkin can also be used as a peel-off base coat. Experiment to see if it works for your applications.
• If using with nail art brushes, rub liquid soap into the bristles of a cheap brush before dipping. Save expensive brushes for paint.
• Close the cap tightly to keep product airtight, and to stop product from drying up in the bottle. Put plasic wrap over the threads and close cap to ensure an airtight seal.
• Store in cool dry place, and away from direct sunlight to avoid excessive heat sources that can cause product to dry prematurely.
• Latex sticks to itself. Be sure to spread fingers and toes while working to avoid accidental contact during application and use. Best way to avoid accidental touching is to put cotton balls between your fingers/toes or use a finger separator or toe spacer.

Once upon a time...

Lisa Tacconelli, a mother of two girls, a nail aficionado, and teacher from Southern California, found herself utterly frustrated trying to find high-quality products on a budget for her family. She believed her family deserved simply the best and was unwilling to compromise on quality, convenience, or service.

With a simple premise, and against many naysayers, she set off to create the Magique company. She tried to imagine all of the qualities she wanted for her dream brand – fashionable style, exceptional products, and extraordinary service all wrapped in a beautiful package from a company with integrity.

Magique wants to grow in a way that we can feel proud of, and we aim to create products that improve our customer's lives. From our customers to our business partners and the communities in which we operate, Magique is built to care.

Magique is a private, small family-owned business, with passionate Associates who are united and guided by the five principles established by Lisa day one. These five principles are the heart of everything we do. Each one of our principles - Customer Appreciation, Make Beauty, Quality, Freedom, and Responsibility - inspires us to do our best.

Simply, our goal is to deliver the best family product essentials at an exceptional value.

Manufacturing Disclosure:

Our product is made in USA and China. The design, formulation, testing, and quality inspections are done in the USA, and the manufacturing is done in China at this time. Due to strict California laws on paint manufacturing and disposal, it is impossible to manufacture latex paint in our home state competitively. We are looking into USA alternatives as our company grows. Safety is a core value of the Magique brand, so you can rest assured you are receiving a quality product.