At Beautylounge, we work with CND Shellac, the original gel polish from California. CND Shellac in Basel gives you a wide palette of original colours, from subtle nude shades and classics to the latest trend colours, and a perfectly matched system of base coat, colour coat and top coat. According to the manufacturer, the colour lasts 14 days or longer without chipping. All CND Shellac colours in our studios are TPO-free. The polish is applied during our Shellac manicure and pedicure. To complement it, you will also find the matching CND care for cuticles and natural nails.
What is CND Shellac?
CND Shellac is the first gel polish from the brand CND (Creative Nail Design) and was launched in May 2010. CND was founded in California in 1979 by dentist Dr Stuart Nordstrom and his family and is now part of the cosmetics group Revlon. The brand is based in San Diego.
Shellac is a hybrid of nail polish and gel and comes as a matched system: base coat, colour coat and top coat, cured in the CND LED lamp. According to the manufacturer, the colour lasts 14 days or longer without chipping, with consistent shine. The colour palette ranges from subtle nude shades and classics to the latest trend colours.
Unlike classic nail polish, Shellac is a light-curing gel polish. This gives it the typical quality of this product group: scratch-resistant colour with consistent shine throughout the entire wear time. Unlike gel for nail extensions, Shellac does not add bulk but sits on the natural nail as a flexible layer of colour.
Alongside the colour coats, the range includes the matching base and top coats as well as CND care products for cuticles and natural nails. Everything comes from the same brand and is designed to work together.
According to CND, the current Shellac formula contains no free monomeric HEMA and no TPO and is dermatologically tested. More on this below.
Who are our CND Shellac products for?
CND Shellac colour coat with up to 14 days of wear
CND Shellac colour coat is the right choice if you want well-groomed nails without repainting them every few days. According to the manufacturer, the colour lasts 14 days or longer. It is applied during our Shellac manicure or pedicure.
✓ colour that does not chip in everyday life
✓ shine from the first day to the last
✓ colour palette from nude to trend shades, selection varies by studio
✓ formula without TPO and without free monomeric HEMA, according to the manufacturer
✓ original from the CND system with base and top coat
CND Shellac: formulated TPO-free and HEMA-free
TPO (trimethylbenzoyl diphenylphosphine oxide) is a photoinitiator that allows gel polishes to cure under the lamp. Since 1 September 2025, TPO has been banned in cosmetics in the EU and in Switzerland because the substance has been classified as toxic to reproduction. We only use TPO-free CND Shellac colours. According to CND, the current formula also contains no free monomeric HEMA, a well-known contact allergen in uncured nail products.
✓ colours that comply with current Swiss and EU law
✓ no leftover stock containing TPO in the studio
✓ without free monomeric HEMA, according to the manufacturer
✓ dermatologically tested, according to the manufacturer
✓ safety with no compromise on wear and shine
CND care with SolarOil and RescueRXx for nails
Beautiful colour needs a healthy base. CND SolarOil nourishes cuticles and nails with jojoba oil, sweet almond oil, rice bran oil and vitamin E. CND RescueRXx is a daily keratin treatment with keratin protein and jojoba oil for stressed nails. Both are part of the CND range and are designed for daily care at home.
✓ SolarOil daily on cuticles and nail edges
✓ RescueRXx for brittle or stressed nails
✓ care that can also be applied over Shellac
✓ small bottles for your handbag and bedside table
✓ personal recommendations from our nail artists
What makes CND Shellac products special?
There are many gel polishes. CND Shellac is the original that shaped this product group in 2010. What counts most for us is the durability, the choice of colours and the clear stance on safety.
✓ The original since 2010
With Shellac, CND brought the first gel polish to market. The system of base, colour, top coat and LED lamp is perfectly matched.
✓ 14 days and more
According to the manufacturer, the colour lasts 14 days or longer without chipping or peeling, with consistent shine.
✓ Soak off instead of filing off
Shellac is one of the soak-off gel polishes. The natural nail does not need to be filed down.
✓ TPO-free
We only work with TPO-free CND colours, as required by the ban in force since September 2025.
✓ Without free monomeric HEMA
According to CND, the current formula contains no free monomeric HEMA and is dermatologically tested.
✓ Care within the system
SolarOil, RescueRXx and other CND care products come from the same brand and go well with the colour coats.
Why we work with CND Shellac at Beautylounge
We source the original CND Shellac colours directly from the USA. This gives us certainty about origin, batches and composition. After the TPO ban, we consistently switched our stock to TPO-free colours.
During the Shellac manicure and the pedicure with Shellac, our nail artists see how your nails respond to colour and removal. Based on this, we recommend the right CND care for home.
For us, this adds up to a well-rounded concept: a professional Shellac treatment in the studio, safe colours and the right care at home.
Where can you find CND Shellac at Beautylounge?
CND Shellac is part of our Shellac treatments at Beautylounge in the Basel region. You will find our six Beautylounge studios in: Basel 1, Basel 2, Riehen, Oberwil, Reinach & Pratteln
You can see which Shellac treatments are available at your studio directly in our online booking. The colour selection may vary slightly from studio to studio. If you would like CND care for home, we are happy to advise you in person in the studio.
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Frequently asked questions
Where can I buy CND Shellac in Basel?
CND Shellac colours are professional products that are cured under the LED lamp. At Beautylounge we apply them in all six studios as part of the Shellac manicure and pedicure. You can buy CND care products such as SolarOil in the studio. Just ask your team on site.
What is the difference between CND Shellac and regular nail polish?
Regular nail polish dries in the air and often chips after a few days. CND Shellac is cured under the LED lamp, is dry instantly and, according to the manufacturer, lasts 14 days or longer with consistent shine. It is removed by soaking, not by filing.
Is CND Shellac TPO-free?
Yes. Since 1 September 2025, TPO has been banned in cosmetics in Switzerland and the EU. All CND Shellac colours in our studios are TPO-free. According to CND, the current Shellac formula is also formulated without free monomeric HEMA.
How long does CND Shellac last on the nails?
According to the manufacturer, CND Shellac lasts 14 days or longer without chipping. How long the colour lasts on you depends on your nail growth and everyday strain. Daily nail oil such as CND SolarOil helps keep cuticles and nails supple.
Which CND Shellac colours are available at Beautylounge in Basel?
We carry a large palette of original CND Shellac colours, from subtle nudes and classics to current trend shades. The selection may vary slightly from studio to studio. Your nail artist will show you the current colour chart in the studio.
