Yellowed nails

Yellowing nails: the Vitry routine for restoring natural radiance

Yellowing nails is a common concern, often linked to repeatedly applying dark-colored nail polish without a protective base, or to exposure to harsh household products. Vitry offers two complementary products to gently address this issue and restore nails to their natural whiteness.

Why do nails turn yellow and how can you prevent it?

The yellowed nails usually have three main causes. The first is staining left by colored nail polishes - red, orange, burgundy - which seeps into the keratin over time, especially without a protective base. The second is exposure to chemicals: household products, hair dyes, or even certain medications can alter nail color. The third cause is tobacco, whose residue settles on the nail's surface and gradually stains it.

To prevent yellowing, applying a base coat before any colored nail polish is the most effective step. Vitry repairing treatments - Pro'Expert 5 in 1, Pro'Expert Sensitive - provide this protection by creating a barrier between the keratin and colored pigments, while strengthening the nail with each application.

How do you use Vitry SOS Yellowing Nails?

SOS Yellowing Nails is a vegan whitening base coat, made in France and formulated to correct existing yellowing and prevent future staining. Apply it directly to bare, clean, dry nails, in one or two coats depending on the extent of the yellowing. With daily use, it gradually improves the nail's color for a cleaner, brighter appearance.

Its dual role - treating and protecting - makes it the first step in any manicure routine on yellowed nails. It can also be used as a base coat under colored nail polish to prevent the problem from recurring. To complete your nail care and optimize results, pair it with Whitening Effervescent Beads for a dual curative and preventive treatment.