This duo is directly responsible for my nail growth. After pregnancy my nails just didn't grow like they used to. They would peel, break and bend. I first use the magic elixir. This greatly reduced the peeling. Then as a second base coat I add the magic strengthener. This reduces staining and breaks. Since consistently using them I went from regular breaks to no major breaks. These are must haves for me moving forward.
The photos show 4 months of nail growth. They've actually grown so long and so well I gently file them down to fit my lifestyle.
The magic elixir has slightly pink tone and a subtle blue shimmer and the magic strengthener also gives a subtle blue tint which cover up staining really well. I paint my nails very often usually every 3 days so staining and damage happen for me. I really like these two together to give me a more neutral base to start from.
I do not typically use the magic strengthener as a top coat but I have and it works well.