FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
We gathered the answers to some popular questions below. If you can’t find your question below feel free to contact us, and we’ll be happy to help.
PRODUCT PURCHASING
Who can buy Akzentz products?
All Akzentz products are exclusively available for salons and certified/licensed industry professionals. Our products are not sold to the public.
What is required to purchase?
As regulations vary by region, please contact your nearest distributor to find out what requirements pertain to your specific location. Generally a license in Nail Technology or Aesthetics is required.
Where can I find Akzentz products?
To provide a purchasing experience tailored to your region, such as service in your language, local education and purchasing in your local currency, we use a network of carefully selected distributors across the globe. For areas where a distributor is not located, we offer shipping from our Canadian Headquarters.
PRODUCT SAFTEY
Are Akzentz Gels Safe?
Akzentz gels are unique for being Solvent-Free, Cruelty-Free, Vegan, free from harmful additives, and 10-free. Additionally, we source our raw ingredients only from areas that have strict cosmetic regulations (Europe and North America).
What is 10-Free?
10-Free means our gels do not contain the following chemicals that are commonly found in nail products:
Formaldehyde, Toluene, Parabens, Camphor, Formaldehyde Resin, Dibutyl Phthalate (DBP), Xylene, Phthalates, Triphenyl Phosphate (TPHP), Tert-Butyl hydroperoxide (TBHP), Ethyl Tosylamide
Are Akzentz Gels HEMA-Free?
HEMA has gained prominence in the industry, but it’s important to note that a gel being HEMA-Free doesn’t necessarily make it safer or ‘Hypo-allergenic.’ In reality, no gel nail product can be labeled as completely Hypoallergenic. When applied by a professional nail technician, products containing HEMA within the safe range pose no risk. However, recognizing that HEMA-free has become a widely recognized indicator of product safety for consumers, we have chosen to market most of our gels as HEMA-free to align with this consumer expectation.
Are Akzentz Gels breathable?
Nails are made from keratin and do not need to ‘breathe’ – in fact clients who choose Akzentz gels often find the condition of their natural nails improve with the protective qualities our gels provide. However, our Soak-Off systems (Luxio, Options and Gel Play) are porous formulas that allow for the natural flow of both air and moisture through the product.
Where are Akzentz gels made?
Our entire gel line is produced at our manufacturing facility in Vancouver, Canada. When we state ‘Made in Canada,’ we want to emphasize that our products are made 100% in Canada – from raw ingredients using our proprietary formulations. It’s noteworthy that many brands source pre-made products from abroad, packaging them in their branded containers and attributing the manufacturing location to where the packaging process is completed, rather than acknowledging the actual origin of the product.
Why is Made in Canada important?
The importance lies in adhering to stringent health and safety regulations that may not be applicable or exist in the countries where many other gel products are manufactured. Choosing our products ensures compliance with rigorous standards, and supporting ethical manufacturing and labour processes. Additionally, the transparency of our production process allows you to trust the ingredients used in our products.