![]() The conditioning period helps to return moisture to dry, chemically abused nails. When should I do the First Time Use steps above? After the third day, you are ready for Acquarella Nail Polish.Įveryday Use: Using Acquarella Nail Polish, follow the diagram above with buffing and nail preparation done on an as-needed basis. This process “detoxifies” your nails from residual oils and emollients, thereby enhancing wear and adhesion. Make sure to remove all existing Conditioner each day before reapplication and buff nails only on the first day. Application instructionsįirst Time Use: Using Acquarella Conditioner, follow the diagram above and repeat the cycle each day for three days. Then use the Ultra 2-way file buffer, as depicted above, to bring a smooth, high gloss shine to the nail surface. Using the 3-way file buffer, follow the three step diagram to smooth major ridges and imperfections on the nail surface. ![]() Additionally, a buffed nail surface allows for better adhesion of the Acquarella nail polish. Why is buffing an important part of the process you ask? Since there is no base coat or top coat, any nail surface imperfections are more visible. Filing helps to remove any splitting or other nail issues and let’s be honest, it makes them look better. We recommend filing and buffing your nails. Initial preparationĪ little nail maintenance will help your application and improve the wear of Acquarella nail polish. Past that, the Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) below highlights the specific questions we get asked about, well, frequently. Be easy on your tips for the first twenty four hours after application for best overall performance. ![]() Following this procedure allows the polish to “cure” while you sleep for better wear. To achieve this period with least stress on the polish, and you, we suggest applying Acquarella fifteen to twenty minutes before retiring in the evening. It does take a while for the polish to completely “cure” and we recommend at least six (6) hours for this process to complete. That being said, once the polish is dry to the touch, it won’t rub off on your clothing or other fabrics. Effectively, it will dry to the touch quickly, while under the dried surface, it is still “wet”. Water based nail polishes dry different in that they dry “top down” instead of “bottom up”. This is not a traditional nail polish and that is a good thing. Proper preparation and application will give you the best results. That said, Acquarella is a system of products designed to work together. Our team always says, “It works, if you work it.” And nothing could be more true. If you don’t find the information you are looking for, just email us at and we’ll be more than happy to assist you. European Union: None of the components of this product are listed in Annexes II, III of Directive 2008/42/EC or 76/768/EEC. Product contains no hazardous components under current OSHA definitions. IngredientsĪqua (CAS: ), Styrene Acrylates Copolymer, Acrylates Copolymer. Our Acquarella Conditioner is a clear polish and free from any colorants. Our non toxic colorants are specially formulated using iron oxide pigments. Mercury, Lead, FD&C or Coal Tar (Lake) products in our colorantsĪcquarella polish is a water base with a non-toxic, proprietary acrylic emulsion with ultra low residual monomer levels (Polyurethanes or Polyurethane film-formers.Dibutyl Phthalate (DBP) or other phthalates.Toluene, Ketones or any petrochemical solvents.Formaldehyde or Formaldehyde like derivatives.Just like the back of your antique cameo with a bit more hotness! This item is sold from a vintage boutique in Virginia.Back by popular demand, we've reinvigorated this semi-opaque, vibrant coral. There's a delicate little rope twist of gold running around the side.Ī wonderful expression of a cameo maker's art. The frame is unmarked to content but tests at 14K gold. ![]() Her setting is marked "Italy" and "RIL." I don't believe that means "Rest In Love," as that abbreviation seems to be more recent. The brown background is beautifully translucent, and the white figure is done in rather high relief. She is an estate piece and very well made-the curls in her hair are well defined, there is great detail in her necklace, and the wrap on her shoulders looks filmy and light. She was made in Italy, which is where shell cameos originated Italian cameos are perhaps the most desired in the world. She must be looking at someone she loves. This cameo lady has such a sweet expression. ![]()
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