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We send products to FOF women; they try them out and report back. What could be simpler, smarter . . . and more fun?

Dermelect Makeover Ridge Filler

This soft pink nail lacquer from Dermelect ($18.95, Soft Surroundings) promises to “fill ridges, add strength and treat discolored, dehydrated nails” with a super-powered peptide. (Read more about it, here.) But what did our FOF Beauty Testers think . . .

Enter to win your own bottle of Dermelect’s Makeover Ridge Filler by leaving a comment below. One woman will win. Contest closes May 5, 2011.

Posted on April 25, 2011
Maci Berkeley
  • Did this product work for you?
  • I used this product with 2 coats as a base for a french manicure. It did make a very good strong base. The only ridge I have I would say it only did a moderately good job of camouflaging.
  • Would you use it again?
  • Absolutely.
  • Would you recommend it to other FOF members?
  • Yes. It has a very nice slight shimmer for anyone who wanted to just use it alone rather than as a polish base. Seems to have made a very strong base as well. I would say I think this product would be best used on short nails. I think it would be great for peeling or weak nails kept at a short length. I tend to wear my nails longer--about ¼ inch beyond the nail bed--and it made them a bit too strong and rigid. I had two nails crack at lower levels than normal.
Ranell Troxler
  • Did this product work for you? Did you notice a difference in your nails? It seemed to work.
  • My nails stopped splitting. My nails felt smooth and were very shiny.
  • Would you use it again?
  • Yes, I would use again. I am going to continue to use it to hopefully "fix" my nails.
  • Would you recommend it to other FOF members?
  • Yes, I would recommend it to other FOF members.
Cindy McGarry
  • Did this product work for you? Did you notice a difference in your nails?
  • I loved this product!! When I first applied it to my nails, I got a totally smooth surface to apply my colored polish to. My nails felt stronger and my nail polish never chipped the entire week. Also, my nails themselves didn't chip or break all week. What did I notice right away? The smooth surface of my nails and the great appearance of my nails after I put the color on.
  • Would you use it again?
  • Yes, I would not only use it again, I would also purchase this.....I'd save a lot of money because I would no longer need to experiment with other base coats.
  • Would you recommend it to other FOF members?
  • I would definitely recommend this to other FOF members......I'd rate this product with 5 stars (if that's the highest number of stars that you could choose). Thanks for sending this product to me to test.....the appearance of my nails are very important to me.
Jan Carson
  • Did this product work for you? Did you notice a difference in your nails?
  • For the short amount of time I have been using Dermelect Makeover Anti Aging Ridge filler I have to say I really like it. It is an excellent product that produces results. My nails feel smoother and they haven't been cracking and chipping as much. I also like the slight tint it has. I can wear it under nail polish or wear it plain. I like that because even when I'm not dressed up my nails look good and it makes me feel good.
  • Would you recommend this product to other FOF members?
  • Absolutely!

Leave a comment below and be entered to win your own bottle of Dermelect Makeover Ridge Filler.  (One woman will win. Contest closes May 5, 2011. See official rules.)



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Baw59 - post on 22:26 on 06/09/2011

Makeover Ridge Filler
"Boy do I need this, I have tried several products on my nails and they are still full of ridges, They are also weak and break easily, I just wished I had long beautiful nails once. "
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Portlandgirl - post on 12:03 on 06/07/2011


"It would be nice to find a product that works for splitting nails. I am in the beauty industry, and would happily recommend it!"
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swoogietwo - post on 10:17 on 06/07/2011

Nails of steel
"My nails grow fine but when they get to a certain length they just break off."
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crazygirl0305 - post on 01:47 on 05/18/2011


"My nails are horrible, I can't grow them,as the split and tear easily!! I would love a product that could improve any or all of their problems!! "
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JMeidel - post on 11:46 on 05/05/2011

Judy
"I have very strong nails and have kept them that way by not using any polish or anything on them. The downside is I never have color."
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ChristyJan - post on 11:05 on 05/03/2011

Added Strength
"I'd love to give this a try. My nails seem very weak; I've been looking for a product that would give them strength."
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joyzkim - post on 15:11 on 05/01/2011

I have to Try it!
"Thanks for all the great reviews. I'm always skeptical about buying a product this expensive and it not working, but I'll look for it now because of what i read. My nails have stopped growing, split and look terrible. I've tried many products and haven't found anything that works yet!"
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chinacat1 - post on 08:40 on 05/01/2011

miracle fix?
"I am always searching out products to improve the condition of my nails. I have never been able to find a product to minimize, if not stop, the peeling, ridges, and frailty of my nails. Sometimes I opt for acrylic nails at a salon, but in the long run those cause so much more damage to an already compromised nail. I would be thrilled to try this product and provide an honest apraisal."
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mls833 - post on 03:16 on 04/30/2011

Nails have more ridges than the Grand Canyon.
"Would love to find a product that will fix my nails. Looks awful when you put polish on and there's a ridge to go over. Can't wear pretty colors because they just make the ridge look worse."
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beautychick - post on 15:31 on 04/29/2011

Dream to have my own beautiful nails..
"I never had nice nails, they are weak and ugly, I put fake nails sometimes but can't keep them more than a day I feel so uncomfortable with them,and they hurt my fingers but sometimes I have no choice. I wish I had beautiful nails.. My nails need some good help.. This is an awesome giwaway! Maybe I will get lucky to win this amazing product.. Thanks much for this opportunity!"
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Nancy Reid - post on 14:38 on 04/29/2011

Dermelect Makeover Ridge Filler
"After reading over the comments, I can readily see how this the ridge filler could benefit my dry brittle nails! Would love to give it a whirl."
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chichijunk - post on 13:30 on 04/29/2011

THE PRODUCT FOR ME!!!
"OMG - This product has my name ALLOVERIT!!!! MY Nails NEVER look good. I've had the WORST NAILS All my LIfe! I've tried EVERYTHING! Please help me! My nails are a MESS! I could go on and on and on...... I even had a person ask to see my hands (he was in an argument w/ his girlfriend about her nails that looked great...) and he said "SEE? Now THOSE are Working Hands!" - I really didn't want to be his example, but I was. :-("
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ladyboarder9669 - post on 13:07 on 04/29/2011

LOVE THE COLOR!
"Great color. :)"
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mpena - post on 00:57 on 04/29/2011

MPena
"It seem just when I get my nails to the perfect length, one of them chips."
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kimcage - post on 18:36 on 04/28/2011

Seriously Fragile!!!!!
"My nail are so weak and have severe ridges. They are getting worse as I get older. Please help and let me win this product to try!!!!!!!!!"
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Bonita62 - post on 16:59 on 04/28/2011

Fragile Nails!!
"My nails are so weak!! I need to try this!!"
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gingermclendon - post on 16:55 on 04/28/2011

Ginger
"I'm curious about his product. My nails have always been weak, don't hold polish,etc. I wonder how this product would work to create a better foundation for polish. "
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drsam1949 - post on 16:46 on 04/28/2011


"I'm curious to know how it works when you take off artificial nails... how well does it help the natural nail recover?"
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daystar100@aol.com - post on 16:38 on 04/28/2011

LOVED THE FOF TESTER COMMENTS!
"Wow! I thought it was really great to hear other FOF Testers' comments - honest testimonials from fellow members :)YES, would LOVE to try this product. Perhaps I could wear nail polish again!!"
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chillylily2 - post on 16:28 on 04/28/2011

Ms
"I would love to try this. My nails are getting those ridges already and my mom has a lot of them, so if it works for me, she will definitely want some. She wants all things I try!!!"
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kayMI - post on 16:27 on 04/28/2011

that would be amazing since nails are really peeling
"Crossing Guard, craft person and gardener...week nails would love this"
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gatormomx2 - post on 15:20 on 04/28/2011

Fill My Ridges
"I am a gardener and have working hands. My nails are a disaster. This product would definitely help. "
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jfeldma1 - post on 14:53 on 04/28/2011


"I would love to try this. I have numerous ridges that are even more pronounced on my thumbnails."
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dmnyes - post on 14:36 on 04/28/2011

Debbie
"My nails are hopeless, HELP!"
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townll - post on 13:56 on 04/28/2011

bad nails
"the only time i had good nails is when i was pregnant. that was 38 years ago. i need a miracle."
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georgineA - post on 13:14 on 04/28/2011

HELP!
"My nails were always strong. I don't know if it's related, but after my hysterectomy my nails are like paper. I take calcium, ,etc, but nothing seems to help and I'm not into acrylic nails. This product sounds like it could be the answer."
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mmimilinda - post on 12:44 on 04/28/2011

This sounds just perfect for me!
"I would love to try the Dermelect Makeover Ridge Filler, since I have always had trouble with soft fingernails showing ridges. Keeping my nails pretty is one of the things that makes me feel feminine. "
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mink - post on 12:31 on 04/28/2011


"sounds great - just what I need!"
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beviej - post on 12:31 on 04/28/2011

I need to try this product
"I have ridges in my nails. My nails tear easily and are weak. Is this product on the market yet?"
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Annemarie623 - post on 12:24 on 04/28/2011

new polished look
"would love to try! "
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jancar - post on 11:52 on 04/28/2011

help
"I have always have had problem with splitting and now ridges. I have never found anything that helped much at all. I would love to find something that worked."
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nelgram - post on 11:28 on 04/28/2011

stop splitting
"I would love to have my nails stop splitting so if this works this is for me"
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ktpotat - post on 11:26 on 04/28/2011

would love to try
"All the ladies recommended thats good enough for me."
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dwatson724 - post on 11:15 on 04/28/2011

Clear nails
"I never wear colored nail polish on my fingernails as I don't like the look of "worn off" polish on the tips. I'm always looking for something to enhance the "natural" appearance."
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chaneyfamily7 - post on 11:13 on 04/28/2011

Ugghhh!
"World's worst nails...desperately need something!"
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ragtop - post on 11:08 on 04/28/2011

Product of my dreams
"My nails have always been soft and ridged. I like a natural look, but need protection and nourishment. This sounds fabulous!"
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hobbitjean - post on 10:58 on 04/28/2011

Aging nails
"My nails have become more brittle, more ridged and less amenable to any polish. Polishes seem to make them peel more. I would love to try this product to see if it makes a difference."
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baweatherford - post on 10:32 on 04/28/2011

It is so hard to type wearing gloves...to hide my nails....
"I have horrible nails...they are thin, they split, they have ridges... I work with fused glass as a hobby so I wash my hands a lot, which makes them even worse. I need help! I would love to try this! "
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jnelson230 - post on 10:24 on 04/28/2011

Need this
"I am intrigued. My nails need help-have ridges and they split.Will keep my fingers crossed."
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WendyVH - post on 10:21 on 04/28/2011

Interesting concept
"Does it really work for all types of nails? It would be interesting to try it on both finger and toe nails."
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ielaw - post on 10:17 on 04/28/2011


"Sounds like something I need!"
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mdemarais59 - post on 10:17 on 04/28/2011

Would love to try this!
"I need this product!"
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gingerpye - post on 10:16 on 04/28/2011


"this looks so great. Definitely need to try it."
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