The LONDONTOWN Discovery Set 2.0 is a seven-piece nail care kit in a zippered pouch. It bundles the brand’s signature treatments with one polish, a glass file and a hand cream, and the brand says every item is full size.
I went through the product pages, the full ingredient lists and the owner reviews on the brand’s site to see who this set really suits. I haven’t tested it myself, so everything below is research-based.
The short verdict: it’s a strong starter kit if your nails are thin or peeling after gel, dip or acrylics and you like a clean, neutral look. If you want to pick your own colors or need basic tools like a clipper, look elsewhere.
What’s in the Discovery Set 2.0
LONDONTOWN calls this “the ultimate introductory kit.” Here is what comes in the pouch, along with what the brand says each piece does.
Illuminating Nail Concealer (Original): a sheer, cool-toned milky white meant to brighten nails and blur discoloration in one or two coats.
lakur in Chai: a spiced taupe crème polish in a 12 mL bottle.
Get Strong Nail Hardener: a clear strengthening treatment that also works as a base coat.
Strengthening Lacquer Remover: a non-acetone remover in a 177 mL bottle.
Nourishing Cuticle Oil: sweet almond, jojoba and rice bran oils, plus fragrance.
Whipped Cloud Hand Cream: a 75 mL tube made with grape seed oil and sodium hyaluronate.
Glass Nail File (White): you rinse it with soap and water, and the brand says it can be disinfected with 70% isopropyl alcohol.
The product page lists the formulas as certified vegan, cruelty free, gluten free, talc free, paraben free and phthalate free. Many of them share LONDONTOWN’s Florium Complex, a floral and botanical oil blend the brand says nourishes nails.
One thing is missing: a top coat. The Chai instructions say to start with a base coat and seal with a top coat, and the set only covers the first step. That gap shows up again in the complaints below.
The Discovery Set 2.0 is about $64 at LONDONTOWN. Bought one at a time at their regular prices on the brand’s site, the seven items add up to roughly twice that.
What Owners Love About It
A note on the numbers first. The review section on LONDONTOWN’s site pools the set with its seven products, so the headline average of 4.8 stars mainly reflects the single items. Filtered to reviews of the set itself, a few hundred remain, and the large majority give it five stars.
Also worth knowing: LONDONTOWN’s loyalty program gives points for writing a review, and the review platform flags a large share of the set’s reviews as incentivized. For that reason, I gave more weight to the detailed reviews than to the short ones.
Everything is full size: several owners point this out. One buyer of the first version said she ran out of that kit too fast and was glad the 2.0 bottles are bigger.
Get Strong is the standout: owners bring it up again and again. People coming off gel, dip or acrylics describe thin, peeling nails that felt stronger after a few weeks of the routine.
The hand cream: reviewers like that it soaks in fast without a greasy feel. Several also mention the scent.
The natural look: the concealer gives the “clean nails” finish many buyers wanted. Owners say it’s easy to apply at home, even with one or two coats.
The pouch: one owner called it high quality and slightly padded, which makes it handy for storing manicure tools later.
Two reviewers who say they’re retired nail technicians also praised the line. Patient owners add a useful reality check. Damaged nails don’t change overnight, and progress shows mainly in new growth over several weeks.
Common Complaints to Know
The low ratings are few, but they repeat a handful of themes.
Broken glass files: a few buyers say the file arrived cracked or in pieces. One owner says hers was replaced at no charge.
Chipping: some owners saw polish chip within one to three days. With no top coat in the box, that is more likely to happen.
No shade choice: the concealer and Chai are fixed. A fair, cool-toned buyer said Chai looked wrong on her skin. Another felt the concealer read light purple on her nails.
Shipping and service: a small number of buyers reported orders that never arrived or emails that went unanswered. Others say their problem was fixed quickly.
The remover: many owners like how fast it works. One found the smell strong and said it dried out her skin.
No printed guide: one buyer wanted simple directions on which product goes on first.
For many buyers, none of these are deal breakers. Still, budget for a top coat if you want color to last.
Who It’s For and Who Should Skip It
A good fit if
- You’re growing out nails after gel, dip or acrylic manicures.
- You want to try several LONDONTOWN products before buying any one of them alone.
- You prefer sheer, neutral nails to bold color.
- You need a gift for someone who does their own nails.
Skip it if
- You want to choose your own polish shades.
- You need tools like a clipper, buffer or cuticle pusher.
- You already own a hardener and a cuticle oil you like.
- You’re sensitive to fragrance, since the cuticle oil and hand cream both contain it.
Discovery Set 2.0 vs. Olive & June
The closest rival is Olive & June’s Mani System, an at-home manicure kit sold in rotating versions. Its one-polish versions are usually listed around $55 on Olive & June’s site, so the two sit in a similar price range.
The real difference is focus. LONDONTOWN’s set leans toward nail care, while Olive & June’s kit leans toward tools.
| Feature | LONDONTOWN Discovery Set 2.0 | Olive & June Mani System (1 polish) |
| Main focus | Nail treatment and care | Tools for a full manicure |
| Color | Chai polish plus the Original concealer, both fixed | One polish, shade depends on the version |
| Strengthener | Get Strong Nail Hardener | Not listed |
| Top coat | Not included | Included |
| Tools | Glass file | Dual-grit file, buffer, clipper, clean-up brush, Poppy polish grip |
| Remover | 177 mL non-acetone bottle | Acetone-free remover pot |
| Skin care | Cuticle oil and hand cream | Cuticle serum |
Pick Olive & June if you’re building a manicure routine from scratch and own no tools yet. Pick the LONDONTOWN Discovery Set 2.0 on the brand’s site if your nails need care first and you already have a clipper and buffer.
Shipping, Returns and Clean Claims
Shipping: LONDONTOWN offers free standard shipping on US orders of $50 or more within the continental 48 states, and the set clears that on its own. Standard delivery is listed at 2 to 5 business days.
Where it ships: all 50 states, Puerto Rico and Canada. The shipping page also lists rates for Mexico and the UK.
Returns: if you’re not satisfied, you can start a return within 30 days of delivery by emailing the brand’s customer service team.
Ingredients to check: several formulas contain garlic bulb extract, and the cuticle oil and hand cream contain fragrance. Read the full ingredient list on the product page if you react to either.
About the brand: LONDONTOWN describes itself as a women-owned, family-run business based in the US, with roots in England.
FAQ
Are the products full size?
Yes. LONDONTOWN describes all seven pieces as full sized, and owners confirm it in their reviews.
Can I choose the polish color?
No. The set comes with lakur in Chai and the Original Illuminating Nail Concealer. LONDONTOWN sells the concealer in six shades on its own if Original doesn’t suit you.
Does the set include a top coat?
No. Get Strong can serve as your base coat, but you’ll need a separate top coat for longer wear.
How do I use Get Strong as a treatment?
The brand says to apply two coats to bare nails every other day for the first two weeks, removing it before each fresh coat. In weeks three and four, you apply two coats every four to five days.
Is the remover acetone free?
Yes. The Strengthening Lacquer Remover is a non-acetone formula. The brand says to press a soaked cotton pad on the nail for five seconds, then wipe in small circles.
The Verdict
The LONDONTOWN Discovery Set 2.0 makes sense for someone rebuilding weak nails who wants a soft, natural look. The full sizes and the value against single prices are real strengths, and Get Strong is the piece owners rave about.
Its limits are just as clear: fixed shades, no top coat and a fragile glass file. If those don’t bother you, check the current price of the Discovery Set 2.0 at LONDONTOWN.
