Loved by thousands of Kiwi mums

Your nails deserve more than bare and chipped.

The at-home nail system that fits around bath time, school pickup, and everything in between. Done in 10 minutes. Lasts 2 weeks.

Done in under 10 minutes
After the kids go to bed — no salon, no scheduling

Lasts up to 2 weeks
Survives dishes, bath time, and everything your hands do

Odourless & HEMA-free
Nothing to worry about with kids nearby

Salon-quality finish at home
People will ask where you got your nails done

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"I did my nails after the kids went to bed on Sunday. They're still perfect. It's been 11 days. I actually cried a little."

Kate M. | ✔ Verified Buyer · Mum of 2, Auckland

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Why other options just don't work for mums

The salon takes 2+ hours you don't have

Finding the time, booking in advance, organising childcare — and then sitting still for two hours? It stopped being realistic the moment you had kids.

Regular polish chips in 24 hours

One bath time, one sink of dishes, one school lunch prep — and you're back to bare and chipped. It barely lasts long enough to be worth doing.

At-home gel kits are fiddly and unreliable

The technique is harder than it looks. The results are patchy. The removal ruins your nails. You've probably tried one and sworn off it.

Dip powder is a mess and full of harsh chemicals

Dipping your nails into a jar, sealing with acrylic, filing everything down — it's a production, and the fumes are not something you want around small children.

The $80 salon price tag stops making sense

At $80+ every 3 weeks, gel nails cost over $1,380 per year. That's before tip, travel, and the guilt of spending that kind of money on yourself.

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You haven't given up on yourself. You just need something that actually works
around the life you have — not the one you had before kids.

Introducing Sistaco
Mineral Bond System

The brush-on mineral nail system that takes 10 minutes, lasts 2 weeks, and requires nothing but an LED lamp and a Sunday evening after bedtime.

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Join thousands of mums who've reclaimed their nails

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Still perfect at day 12 despite 3 baths and a beach trip Still perfect at day 12 despite 3 baths and a beach trip Still perfect at day 12 despite 3 baths and a beach trip

Carol G.

I did this while watching TV. First attempt, total beginner. I did this while watching TV. First attempt, total beginner. I did this while watching TV. First attempt, total beginner.

Sally P.

Day 14 and going strong. These are my actual nails, no filter. Day 14 and going strong. These are my actual nails, no filter. Day 14 and going strong. These are my actual nails, no filter.

Mel W.

Everything I needed was in the box. So easy to get started. Everything I needed was in the box. So easy to get started. Everything I needed was in the box. So easy to get started.

Ali L.

The colour range is so good — I keep ordering new shades." The colour range is so good — I keep ordering new shades." The colour range is so good — I keep ordering new shades."

Amanda L.

Removal is SO easy — no acetone, no filing. Nails still in great shape. Removal is SO easy — no acetone, no filing. Nails still in great shape. Removal is SO easy — no acetone, no filing. Nails still in great shape.

Alex C.

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Built for your real life, not your old one

10-Minute Application: Do your nails after bedtime. No salon. No scheduling. No commute.

Genuinely Lasts 2 Weeks: Through dishes, swim school, food prep, and handwashing. We've tested it.

Completely Odourless: No chemical fumes. No need to lock yourself in the bathroom. Safe near kids.

HEMA-Free Formula: None of the sensitising chemicals found in standard gel. Safe for long-term use.

No-Damage Removal: No acetone soaks. No filing. Change your colour without hurting your nails.

Salon-Finish Results: A smooth, high-gloss finish that looks professional — not obviously DIY.

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Mineral Based

Mineral Bond Technology

Sits on the nail surface rather than bonding chemically into the nail plate — the fundamental difference that makes it safe for nails in recovery and long-term wear.

HEMA-Free TPO-Free 16-Free Formula

Zero TPO

TPO is a photoinitiator used in most gel systems. Europe classified it as reprotoxic (CMR 1B) and banned it from cosmetics in 2025 — a ban. It's still legal and widely used in the US and most other markets.

100% Odourless

Odourless Setting System

No VOCs, no solvents, no chemical off-gassing. The entire application and setting process produces zero smell — genuinely safe to use with children and pets in the room.

Vegan Cruelty-Free Non-Toxic

Vegan & Cruelty-Free

No animal-derived ingredients. No animal testing. Vegan and cruelty-free throughout formulation and manufacturing.

Easy-Removal

Easy-Release Removal

The mineral bond releases cleanly without acetone soaking, drilling, or filing. Your nails are left exactly as they were — no damage, no dryness, no setback.

Dozens of shades. One perfect Sunday night after the kids are asleep.

From classic nudes to bold statements — every shade cures to the same flawless finish. Swap colours anytime without damaging your nails.

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Available in dozens of shades

Nude Beige

Dusty Rose

Berry

Deep Red

Champagne

Periwinkle

Forest

Noir

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How To's

Quick, Easy Application and Removal, Even for Beginners!

Base coat, strengthening without heavy layers

Simply brush on, only one coat needed for nails that are strong and last

Quick removal with included erase pads infused with nourishing oils. No fuss, no damage

Base coat, strengthening without heavy layers

Simply brush on, only one coat needed for nails that are strong and last

Quick removal with included erase pads infused with nourishing oils. No fuss, no damage

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Not All Nail Systems Are The Same

Here's the difference: We pride ourselves on salon-quality results, healthier nails, and a non-toxic at-home experience — we cannot say the same for dip powders or salon visits.

No Experience Needed

Saves Time & Money

Durable & Long Lasting

Non-Toxic

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Salon

Dip Powder

Nail Polish

Cost

~$2

~$70

~$10

~$15

Application

Simply brush on

Requires nail tech

Repeated dipping

Multiple coats + top coat

Time

Under 10 mins

1 - 2 hrs

30 - 45 mins

Hours to fully dry

Ease of Use

Beginner friendly

Can't do yourself

Messy, complex

Streaks, smudges easily

Smell

Odourless

Strong odour

Causes dip flu

Strong fumes

Nail Health

Stronger nails

Damaged nails

Weaker nails

Stains & dries out nails

Removal

Easy & quick

Requires grinding

Painful drilling

Chips off

Finish

Smooth

Shiny

Bulky

Chips in days

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Frequently asked questions

Does it actually take 10 minutes, or is that the best-case scenario?

10 minutes is a realistic average for someone who's done it 2–3 times. We recommend watching the application video before your first attempt, which shortens the learning curve significantly.

Will it actually last through dishes, baths, and general mum life?

Yes — this is the thing we hear most from customers. The mineral bond is genuinely more durable than regular polish and holds up through water exposure, cleaning, and constant handwashing. Most of our customers report 10–14 days of wear.

Is it really safe to do near kids? No fumes at all?

Completely. Sistaco is 100% odourless — no chemical smell at all, during application or curing. There are no VOCs, no solvent fumes, no off-gassing. You can do your nails with children in the same room without any concern. This is one of the things that makes it fundamentally different from gel systems.

What's in the Starter Kit — do I need to buy anything else?

The Starter Kit includes everything you need: the LED lamp, base coat, your chosen colour(s), top coat, and the brush applicator. You do not need to buy anything additional to get started. We also include a free cuticle oil with every kit order — a nice bonus that's especially good if your cuticles have taken a hit from previous gel use.

I've tried DIY nail kits before and been disappointed. Why is this different?

Fair question — and we hear it often. Most at-home kits fail because the formula is gel-based (meaning it needs precise application, primer, and the same chemical process as a salon) or because the removal is damaging. Sistaco's mineral powder system is genuinely different in how it applies and cures. The self-levelling brush application is forgiving in a way gel isn't.

How do I remove it without damaging my nails?

Removal is simple and gentle — no soaking, no drilling. When you're ready to change colour or take a break, the mineral bond releases cleanly. Full removal instructions are included in the kit. Most women complete removal in under 10 minutes. Your nails are left exactly as they were before application.