Have you ever noticed the phrase “128 Trial” associated with LAONSI products?
Many people ask us the same question:
“What does 128 Trial mean?”
The answer is simple.
It’s not a marketing slogan.
It’s the number of product trials, improvements, failures, and breakthroughs that led to the LAONSI you see today.
The Challenge of Creating Fully Cured Gel Nail Strips
LAONSI is a fully cured gel nail strip. No UV lamp is required.
While that may sound simple, developing a truly fully cured gel nail strip is far more difficult than it appears.
Many brands have attempted to create fully cured nail strips to improve convenience and safety.
Unfortunately, most encountered the same problem.
Because the gel is already 100% cured, the strips often fail to adhere properly and can lift or fall off too easily.
Other brands chose a different approach, creating products that could continue curing naturally after application.
However, these products came with another challenge. Since they are packaged in sealed pouches to prevent premature curing, once opened, they often cannot be stored and reused effectively.
As a result, many companies eventually returned to semi-cured products that require UV lamps.
Taking a Different Path
At LAONSI, we decided not to compromise.
Instead, we invested heavily in developing both the gel formula and the adhesive technology behind it.
Our goal was not simply to create a strip that sticks well.
We wanted a product that would:
- Maintain a beautiful glossy finish
- Be produced in a clean and safe manufacturing process
- Be easy for anyone to apply
- Deliver the convenience of a fully cured, lamp-free gel nail strip
Getting there was not easy.
Every improvement uncovered a new challenge.
Every challenge led to another trial.
Trial 76: The First Commercial Version
LAONSI’s first commercial product was Trial 76.
It is still on the LAONSI website as the first generation of LAONSI.
Its defining feature was volume.
The strip had a thick, dimensional appearance that challenged the traditional perception of what a nail sticker could be.
Once applied, it closely followed the natural curve of the nail and created a beautiful salon-like finish.
Even now, some experienced users still prefer this version.
However, it required a certain level of skill.
Due to its thickness, users often needed scissors to trim the excess material and had to file the edges carefully for the best result.
Trial 99: Easier Application
As we expanded into Europe, we realized that gel nail strips were still unfamiliar to many consumers.
We wanted to create a version that was easier for beginners to use.
That led to Trial 99.
This version was firmer and easier to apply.
Users could finish the application with filing alone, without needing scissors.
The overall user experience improved significantly.
Unfortunately, a new issue emerged.
Adhesion performance was inconsistent for some users.
While durability naturally varies depending on nail condition and lifestyle, approximately 20% of testers experienced lifting or detachment within the first day.
That did not meet our standards.
Back to the drawing board.
Trial 118: Almost Perfect
After countless additional tests, we developed Trial 118.
Adhesion improved dramatically. The glossy finish lasted longer.
The strips felt strong and durable, creating a finish similar to professional nail tips.
In testing, many applications lasted well beyond two weeks.
For a moment, we believed we had found the answer.
Then winter arrived.
Unexpectedly, the gel began to crack when exposed to cold temperatures.
The issue had not appeared during indoor testing.
A product might perform beautifully under ideal conditions, but we believed it needed to work reliably in all four seasons.
No exceptions.
Despite all the progress we had made, production was stopped before commercialization.
Trial 128: The Current Generation
The LAONSI products available today are based on Trial 128, we call it 2nd Generation.
This formula delivers what we had been searching for:
- Reliable performance throughout all four seasons
- Easy application without scissors
- Long-lasting shine
- Strong adhesion for most users
- A lamp-free fully cured gel formula
The result is not perfection.
It is the outcome of 128 attempts to get closer to it.
The Journey Continues
Trial 128 will not be our last trial.
At LAONSI, we do not believe that product development ever truly ends.
There is always room for improvement.
There is always something new to learn from our customers.
Every piece of feedback, every suggestion, and every challenge helps us create a better experience.
The current LAONSI exists because we were willing to try 128 times.
And the next trial has already begun.
