What does Instant Smudge Fix do?

Instant Smudge Fix is designed to smooth away minor smudges, dents, nicks, and imperfections without having to repaint your entire nail. Instead of removing your manicure and starting over, the innovative formula temporarily softens the surface of your polish so it can be gently re-leveled into a smooth, even finish. Once dry, simply apply your favorite top coat to restore shine and protection. It's ideal for fixing: - Fresh smudges - Minor dents - Small chips (after filling with your original polish) - Uneven polish caused by accidental bumps Whether you smudged one nail reaching for your keys or woke up with sheet marks the next morning, Instant Smudge Fix helps rescue your manicure in minutes—saving both time and polish.

Do I need to repaint my nail after using Instant Smudge Fix?

Usually not. For most smudges and dents, Instant Smudge Fix restores the surface of your polish without requiring you to repaint the nail. The formula works by smoothing and blending the existing polish back into place, making many common manicure mishaps virtually disappear. For larger chips where polish is missing: - Fill the chipped area with your original nail polish. - Allow it to set briefly. - Apply Instant Smudge Fix to smooth the repair. - Finish with your favorite LONDONTOWN top coat for a seamless finish. This targeted approach is much faster than removing and repainting an entire nail for one small imperfection.

Can Instant Smudge Fix be used after my polish has already dried?

Yes. Instant Smudge Fix can help correct both freshly smudged polish and many minor imperfections that are noticed after the polish has dried. Whether you've accidentally bumped your manicure shortly after painting or wake up to sheet marks the next morning, the formula helps re-smooth the surface so your manicure looks more even again. It works best on: - Smudges - Light dents - Minor surface imperfections - Small chips after they're filled with matching polish For deep chips, extensive peeling, or significant polish loss, a touch-up with your original polish may still be needed before using Instant Smudge Fix.

How is Instant Smudge Fix different from nail polish remover or nail polish thinner?

Instant Smudge Fix is formulated to repair your manicure—not remove or dilute it. Unlike nail polish remover, which dissolves polish, or nail polish thinner, which restores the consistency of polish inside the bottle, Instant Smudge Fix temporarily softens the polish already on your nail so minor imperfections can be smoothed away. Each product serves a different purpose, making Instant Smudge Fix a unique addition to any manicure assortment.

Who is Instant Smudge Fix best for?

Instant Smudge Fix is perfect for anyone who's ever accidentally ruined an otherwise perfect manicure. Whether you're new to painting your nails or have years of experience, small mistakes happen—and this formula is designed to help fix them quickly without starting over. It's especially helpful if you: - Paint your nails at home - Frequently smudge polish before it's fully dry - Want to extend the life of your manicure - Prefer quick touch-ups over complete repaints - Travel and want an easy manicure emergency fix It's a simple solution that can save both time and frustration while helping your manicure look freshly polished again.

Is Instant Smudge Fix vegan and clean?

Yes. Instant Smudge Fix is vegan, cruelty-free, gluten-free, and formulated to LONDONTOWN's clean formulation standards. It's also formulated without ingredients including formaldehyde, toluene, DBP, camphor, acetone, benzyl benzoate, barium sulfate, and ethyl tosylamide, while still delivering the performance needed to rescue a manicure in minutes. Like all LONDONTOWN products, it's thoughtfully developed to combine high-performance results with modern formulation standards, making it an easy addition to your nail care routine.

Can Instant Smudge Fix replace a top coat?

No. Instant Smudge Fix is designed to repair imperfections, while a top coat is designed to seal and protect your manicure. After smoothing a smudge or repairing a minor chip, applying a top coat helps restore shine, lock in the repair, and protect your manicure from future wear. For the best-looking results:- Use Instant Smudge Fix to smooth the imperfection. - Follow with your favorite LONDONTOWN top coat to restore gloss and durability. - Finish with Accelerating Drying Oil if you want to speed up drying even further. Together, these products help extend the life of your manicure while keeping it looking freshly polished with minimal effort.

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Instant Smudge Fix

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12 ml / .4 fl oz

4.7

Rated 4.7 out of 5 stars

297

$20.00

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A revolutionary formula that blurs and smooths away all imperfections. This manicure mender transforms any mistake back to its pre-smudge, pre-nick splendor: smooth as can be, and as if nothing happened. With Instant Smudge Fix, there’s no need to redo ruined nails from scratch: simply manipulate and smooth polish as needed for a smudge-free, flawless finish.

Formulated without: Formaldehyde, Toulene, DBP, Camphor, Barium Sulfate, Ethyl Tosylamide, Acetone, Benzyl Benzoate
Vegan, gluten-free, paraben-free, cruelty-free

For smudges:

Brush a thin layer over the entire nail to smooth the polish.
Let dry 10 seconds, then follow with a LONDONTOWN top coat. After 2 minutes, apply 1 drop of Accelerating Drying Oil.

For minor nicks, chips, or dents:

Fill the spot with the original polish and let dry 10 seconds.
Brush a thin layer of Instant Smudge Fix over the entire nail, then wait 10 more seconds.
Follow with a kur top coat. After 2 minutes, apply 1 drop of Accelerating Drying Oil.

Ethyl Acetate, Alcohol Denat., Butyl Acetate, Cellulose Acetate Butyrate, Adipic Acid/Neopentyl Glycol/Trimellitic Anhydride Copolymer, Acetyl Butyl Citrate, CI 60725

FREE FROM:

Formaldehyde
Formaldehyde-releasing preservatives
Toluene
Dibutyl phthalate (DBP)
Other phthalates
Formaldehyde resin
Camphor
Xylene
Ethyl tosylamide
Bisphenol A (BPA)
Acetone
Parabens
Sulfates
Added fragrance
Nonylphenol ethoxylate
Glycol ether of Series E
MEHQ/HQ
Methylisothiazolinone (MIT)
Gluten
Benzophenone
Styrene

$20.00

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Heather P.
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I recommend this product
Age Range 35 - 44
Pros Exceeds Expectations, Would Purchase Again
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
1 year ago
It's better than
How is this stuff not at the top of nail aficionados "Must Have" lists?? I had never tried a product like this before as I (mistakenly) thought a light lick or dab of remover would do the trick. I was so wrong!! You can use this on wet or fully dry polish. I've used multiple times on dinged up wet/damp polish (make sure you brush over the entire nail and not just the smudge as it smoothes and evens everything out), but recently found myself with the dreaded sheet imprints on every nail.
The photos show the pinky nail smoothed out with the other 4 a mess. Next photo is 2nd finger fully and 1st finger halfway, so you can see the transition. Last photo is fully smudge free and good as new!! I will never be without this in my nail kit!
*Note: I did not have a top coat on yet and applied after I used the Smudge Fix. I assume it would work just as well on top-coated nails but you may need to apply an additional top coat to re-seal everything.
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Karen
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I recommend this product
Age Range 55 - 64
Pros Exceeds Expectations, Performs as Described, Would Purchase Again
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
2 years ago
Miracle Fix
Wow! This smooths out all imperfections, such as uneven streaks, smudges, etc. Leaves my nail polish looking like smooth glass. Apply right away before polish dries, to smooth entire nail polish out to perfection. A must have!!
I bit my nails all my life, had dental work so Im 60 years now & I finally have great nails. My nails grew out very yellow and that's how i found illuminating polish. My nails have no more yellow stains!! L@@k, this is how much I love Londontown!!
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Jennifer J.
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I recommend this product
Age Range 25 - 34
Pros Performs as Described, Would Purchase Again, Exceeds Expectations
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
2 years ago
Instant smudge fix
Although I don’t use this product for every manicure, the instant smudge fix is now a staple in my collection. I will always keep some handy, going forward! It finishes small smudges, and levels out large dents creating a smooth surface for another thin coat of lacquer.
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Nanci H.
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I recommend this product
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars
3 years ago
Oh where have you been all my life!?!
I had doubts, but since every time I’ve tried something from LondonTown I’ve been somewhere from very impressed all the way to blown away, so I thought okay, I’ll try this. How bad could it be? Boy, this goes all the way to five “blown aways”. When I used to pay for manicures, I was always able to knacker the fresh polish on at least one finger before my technician could finish the last of them. She’d put a little polish remover on her finger and rub the now ruined polish, but I was never totally pleased with the result. So, of course this stuff blew me away. Within seconds of applying it, the scuff is settling down. If it was bad, I’ve even used it twice and then I’d be back to a perfect nail. I know this line is a little pricey, but it’s worth every nickel. I don’t know how they even do this!
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Brenda
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I love Londontown!
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