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
"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."
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Why other options just don't work for mums
Finding the time, booking in advance, organising childcare — and then sitting still for two hours? It stopped being realistic the moment you had kids.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Average application time from start to finish
Wear time with everyday mum life
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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.
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.
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.
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
No animal-derived ingredients. No animal testing. Vegan and cruelty-free throughout formulation and manufacturing.
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.
Mineral Bond Nail Set
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What Comes In The Set
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3 Colours of your Choice
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LED Lamp 36W with Side Lights
Fast dry with auto timer -
15ml Base Coat (Bottle)
Supports long-lasting wear -
15ml Top Coat (Bottle)
Sets in your colour for lasting wear -
Mineral Bond Applicator
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2 Colour Mixing Pots
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FREE Erase Pads
Simple removal in minutes
How to Apply
Step 1: Apply a layer of base coat
Step 2: Set With LED light
Step 3: Dip brush in powder and brush onto nail from base to tip
Step 4: Apply thin layer of top coat
Step 5: Set with LED light
Step 6: Enjoy your perfect manicure
How to Remove
Step 1: Use the Precision Crystal File or Precision Buffer to gently file off the Top Coat
Step 2: Open the Erase Pad and slide it over your finger, ensuring it covers the entire nail. Secure the sides together for a snug fit.
Step 3: Leave the pad on for approx. 5 minutes to allow the formula to work effectively. Carefully remove the Erase Pad from the nail.
Step 4: Using the 3-in-1 nail tool, gently push off the softened manicure.
Step 5: Finish by applying our Nail Elixir for healthy, shiny, and clean nails.
Ingredients
Top Coat
Acrylates Copolymer, Cellulose Acetate Butyrate, Pentaerythritol, Dimethicone
Sets in your manicure with a durable, glossy layer that helps prevent chipping and extends wear.
Base Coat
Acrylates Copolymer, Cellulose Acetate Butyrate, Hydroxycyclohexyl Phenyl Ketone, BHT, Dimethicone
Creates a smooth, flexible base that helps the colour adhere evenly while protecting the natural nail underneath.
Erase Pads
Acetone, Alcohol, Rose Canina Fruit Oil, Tocopherol
Designed to effectively remove your manicure while conditioning the nail with added oils and vitamin E
Nail Powders
For individual ingredients for powders please visit the shade on our Nail Powder page
ALL OUR FORMULAS ARE NON-TOXIC & Free from HEMA, TPO and 16 common harsh chemicals usually found in nail products designed with your nails in mind.
Mineral Bond Nail Set
How To's
Quick, Easy Application and Removal, Even for Beginners!
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Base coat, strengthening without heavy layers
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Quick removal with included erase pads infused with nourishing oils. No fuss, no damage
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Base coat, strengthening without heavy layers
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Simply brush on, only one coat needed for nails that are strong and last
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Quick removal with included erase pads infused with nourishing oils. No fuss, no damage
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
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
Frequently asked questions
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
