Küünelaki

Küünelakk is a decorative coating applied to fingernails and toenails. It is a cosmetic product primarily used to enhance the appearance of nails, adding color, shine, and sometimes texture. Küünelakk typically consists of a film-forming agent, plasticizers, pigments, solvents, and other additives. The film-forming agent creates the hard, protective layer once the solvents evaporate.

The application of küünelakk usually involves cleaning and preparing the nails, often followed by a base coat to protect the natural nail and improve adhesion. Then, one or more layers of colored küünelakk are applied. A top coat is often applied last to add shine and extend the durability of the manicure. It is available in a vast array of colors, finishes, and effects, including matte, glitter, holographic, and metallic.

Küünelakk has a long history, with early forms dating back to ancient civilizations. Modern formulations have evolved significantly, offering improved wear time, faster drying, and a wider range of health-conscious options, such as "3-free," "5-free," and "10-free" polishes that exclude certain potentially harmful chemicals. Removal is typically done using nail polish remover.