You may be wondering why Lecenté is so different?

Lecenté are more than just a glitter brand (although our roots come from glitter!). With the Lecenté name comes our promise: to produce products that are made to the highest of standards. We work closely in the manufacturing process to ensure the products you receive are safe and of the highest quality.

As a company, we want to help you maximise your business and nail horizons, which is why you can always be assured that Lecenté products are created specifically for you – the nail professional.

The Importance of Good Ingredients

With Lecenté you can be confident that you are purchasing your supplies from a reputable brand with trusted distributors. All of our products are manufactured with you and your client’s health and safety in mind, along with a passion to create quality, long-lasting products for you to work with.

Glitters, foils, gel polish; research manufacturing and production are all carried out to ensure all of our products are safe and cosmetically approved.

Here are some reasons why Lecenté ranks at the top when it comes to the safety of our products.

• All of our products have SDS sheets available and ingredients on the packaging – this is proof of quality and that it is fit for purpose. If a product does not have this information then it could invalidate your insurance and reputation.
• We have a range of HEMA free Create Colour Coats, Top Coat and Base Coats. Our rainbow gels, some glitter gels and HEMA base and top coats contain a very safe level of HEMA.
• We follow ISO 9001/14001. This simply means our products are manufactured and produced to the highest standard.
• Our Glitters are 100% pure and contain just glitter, no other nasties!
• All Lecenté products are listed in the Cosmetic Products Notification Portal.
• All of our Create Gel Polishes are manufactured in the UK or Europe and bottled in the UK.
• Lecenté follows Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP), meaning all areas of Lecenté manufacturing is of the highest standards.

Our Environmental Stance

Lecenté is committed to taking actions as a business to becoming a greener company and contributing to making a positive impact on the environment.

We fully support manufacturing and using nail products in the most eco-friendly way.

We recognise that as a small business, small actions we take have a positive impact on the environment.

• We offer a range of Bioglitters™ – biodegradable alternatives to our regular glitters. These glitters are 87% biodegradable within 28 days and are made from plant-based materials. We would like to expand this range in the future as it develops
• Our Stardust range is made from completely natural ingredients and is fully recyclable
• All of our brushes are now synthetic
• Lecenté Create Gel Polish is comprised of vegan friendly ingredients
• Our glass Lecenté Create bottles and plastic glitter jars are recyclable
• Our packaging for our deliveries has moved from plastic padded envelopes to 100% recyclable envelopes
• We minimise packaging for our products – e.g. products do not come in individual boxes

We will continue to explore new ways to make our products more eco-efficient, while retaining the high standard we always deliver.

Animal Testing Policy

All Lecenté Glitters, powders, foils and gel polishes are cruelty-free and have not been tested on animals. All of our products are vegan, this now includes all of the brushes currently sold on our website which are all fully synthetic.

As a brand, Lecenté want to help you maximise your business and nail art horizons, which is why you can always be assured that Lecenté products are created specifically for you – the nail professional. 

The Science Bit

If you think all glitter is the same – think again!

As nail professionals we all know how important it is to purchase your supplies from reputable brands and distributors. We like to know our products are coming from like minded professional brands who manufacture with your health and safety in mind, along with a passion to create quality products for you to work with. So why do some nail pros not feel the same way about glitter?

Why should we be giving more consideration to where we get our glitter from?

“Glitter for Nail Art is a professional product – just like liquid, powder and gel. Like any other professional beauty product, the way it is manufactured is very important, after all it’s going on a client's nails”

Here are some reasons to consider where you source your glitter from, and why Lecenté glitter ranks at the top!

• Lecenté glitters are precision cut to eliminate rough edges, which allows the nail technician to be more precise.
• Lecenté have their ingredients on the packaging/MSDS, this is proof of quality and that it is fit for purpose.
• Lecenté glitters are 100% PURE, which is rare. Others can include bacteria, glass, dangerous metals and cardboard. 
• Lecenté uses a colour-lock technology, which means the colour won't bleed, leach or fade when used with solvents.
  
• As per CIPSA guidelines, they're phthalate free. This means there's no need for severe heat or strong solvents!
  
• We follow Good Manufacturing Practices, and all areas of Lecenté manufacturing is of highest standards.
  
• All Lecenté products are manufactured and stored in safe, clean buildings free from contaminants.
  
• Equipment used to create Lecenté is super clean and fit for task.
  
• After years of education, our personnel know how to create the best glitter for you!
  
• Raw materials are stored in the right environment so they are in perfect condition for you.
  
• Production is taken very seriously with strict production controls in place.
  
• Every glitter is the same due to laboratory controls.
  
• Lecenté follow ISO 9001/14001 and ensure all manufacturing is as environmentally friendly as possible. 
  
• Lecenté glitters are 95% hypo allergenic due to their complex construction, which means they are very SAFE to use!
  
• The ultra fine quality allows you to use it with any system; so you can Sparkle with everything!!

So there you have it, reasons to source your nail art glitter from a pro!

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What the Nail Professionals Say

Lecenté glitters are the most incredible glitters I have ever tried in my life! The quality of the products are visible in absolutely every area, from the looks right down to how they feel in the application process!! With my client base, I need to know that every product I use is exceptional quality and Lecenté provides that in abundance!" - Leah Light Celebrity Nail Stylist (@NailsByLeah)

“The highest quality holographic glitter I have ever seen!” - Holly Schippers (FingerNailFixer)

“Lecenté Glitters are by far the most amazing glitters I’ve tried so far. There’s a vast range of colours, holographic, iridescent, you name it they have it. The foils are amazing too. My number one company for glitters and foils for sure. Keep up the good work. Love them!” - Stephanie Rowlands

“I LOVE Lecenté Glitters and Foils, there is a really good range of stunning colours and designs at fair prices for such high quality products. Fantastic team who support nail techs and are always there for help and advice when needed. My clients get so excited when I get a new one in, I wouldn’t use anything else!! Xx” - Dawn Millward

“I love Lecenté Glitters so much I own them all, keep all the amazing colours coming! Kirsty x” - Kirsty Algouneh

“After testing out a large range of glitters and foils for nail art, I can confidently state these are the best in the business…the colour does not “bleed” after disperse (IPA) (unlike others I have tried) and all are long lasting and packaged beautifully. The foils are a dream to work with too :)” - Sarah Loosley

“Wouldn’t use anyone else for my clients bling!!” - Coady Dorman