Mavala Stop Deterrent Nail Polish Treatment | Nail Care to Help Stop Putting Fingers In Your Mouth | Bitter Taste| Easy Application | For Ages 3+ | 0.17 oz

My baby is 17 months old, and this worked in just one day. She started sucking her thumb around 3 months old and never took a pacifier. Since then, she always sucked her thumb in the car seat and while sleeping. I honestly found it hard to look at, but I planned to address it closer to age two, when she might better understand. Recently, she started sucking much more aggressively. The skin on her thumb became raw, cracked, and scabbed over, and it clearly looked painful. It also wasn’t healing even after a long time. I knew she was still very young, but at that point I decided to try this product. I do want to mention that the taste is extremely bitter. The first time she put her thumb in her mouth, she immediately stuck her tongue out, smacked her lips, and clearly hated the taste. She kept making faces and licking her lips in confusion — but that bitterness is exactly what made this work. The result was a complete success. She stopped sucking her thumb after just one day. The first night, she tossed a little in her sleep but didn’t cry and slept through the night. I plan to continue applying it for another 1–2 weeks just to be safe. I’m incredibly grateful for this product — the bitterness may be unpleasant, but it is truly effective.

My daughter was a chronic thumb sucker, and after years of trying everything else to break the habit someone recommended I try this. In ONE application, the stopped sucking her thumb entirely. I also used this to discourage my son from biting his nails. He threw up from the taste, but his habit was broken in one application as well.

I have a 6 yr old and a 3 yr old who sucked on their finger/thumb. I applied it One time to my 3 yr old and he no longer sucks his two fingers! I applied 3 days in a row for my 6 yr old and he stopped as well! It was great. I’m so glad we tried. Highly recommend.

I purchased for my child (age 3) had a persistent nail-biting habit. After trying reminders and other methods with little success, this product made an immediate difference. The polish goes on easily and looks clear and natural, so it doesn’t draw attention or feel like a “treatment.” The bitter taste is extremely effective—after just one or two attempts, my child stopped putting fingers in their mouth. It also helped discourage thumb sucking, which was an added benefit. I appreciate that it’s safe for children ages 3+ and doesn’t contain harsh ingredients. Very effective bitter taste,Easy to apply, clear and discreet,Safe for ages 3+,Helps with both nail biting and thumb sucking. But Needs frequent reapplication after hand washing,, Bitter taste may bother very sensitive children,,Slightly pricey for the size. this is a well-made, effective product that does exactly what it claims. It worked far better than I expected and helped break a long-standing habit.

I use this due to having issues of chewing on my nails when stressed. It works great. The only thing that is negative is if you cook using your hands the flavor does seep into your foods.

Bought this to use on my thumb sucking son. He’s 23 months old and been sucking on his thumb since he could figure it out. I have no issues with thumb sucking however his teeth were showing signs that he needs to stop. I put it on around 1600 and he would make a disgusted face when he tried to suck his thumbs which was great, cause he would immediately stop and pull them out of his mouth. However, when it came time for bed time (1930) we did our usual read books before bed and he cuddles up next to me; well he also did his usual put his thumb in his mouth and he must’ve done it too long because he immediately projectile vomited all over the two of us; proceed to change him and give him a bath. I then lay him in bed and he yet again goes back to the thumb and as I’m not even a step out of his room and he is sitting up projectile vomiting again. So two baths in less than 10 minutes. I then made sure to use nail polish remover and scrub his thumbs intensely to remove this product so he can get some sleep. I made sure to suck his thumbs myself after cleaning them both to make sure the product was removed. Needless to say I feel like a horrible mom because while I’m trying to do what’s best for my child, the vomiting was not worth it. All this to say, the product works but I would make sure to either apply when you can observe your child entirely or wait until they’re slightly older to understand why you’re applying this product to their thumb/finger.

So, first off, I rate it 5 stars because it definitely works. It's GROSS, and the taste lingers. I've been chewing my nails for as long as I've had teeth. I am about to turn 21. I tried to quit many times, I tried EVERYTHING. Nothing would stop me. I ended up even talking to a doctor, and they did an assessment on me which discovered that my nail biting is akin to an addiction (they even recommended a 10-step program that I refused) I got this stuff basically hoping for a miracle at this point, as I definitely don't want to do a "program". A few things. 1. This smells just like nail polish. That's it, pure nail polish. 2. It has the same consistency, look, and feel to nail polish. Even when dried, it looks like you just put a clear coat of nail polish on. 3. The product wears off of your nails/fingers at the same rate as nail polish. 4. The bottle says you use nail polish remover to remove the product. 5. The taste is also very close to nail polish... HOWEVER the taste is about 100x stronger than any nail polish (I would know, I tried to use nail polish in the past as a deterrent lol) It's almost like, if nail polish was 50% water and 50% polish, this stuff is just 100% polish. The taste is close to polish, but SO much stronger, and it LINGERS. Whenever I'd forget and put a finger in my mouth, I'd have to get a flavored drink and swish it in my mouth for a minute before swallowing just to dull out the taste. ((on the bright side, this product has also caused me to drink a lot more fluids than I normally do hahah!)) So in conclusion, if you want a deterrent, I'd recommend trying a clear coat nail polish first. If you're like me, and the polish isn't doing the trick, THEN try this stuff. But for how much this costs, I'd definitely try the thing it's so very closely related to!! The taste is similar, just more diluted with regular polish, so if you're worried about using it on your kids ((one review said it made their small child vomit)) I'd try polish first and only use this if that doesn't work. <3

After years of trying to stop biting my nails, I finally decided to give Mavala Stop a try. Here’s my experience with the product after several weeks of use. What I Liked: It Really Works: The primary feature is the intensely bitter taste, and it delivers. The first time you unconsciously put your finger near your mouth, you'll know it. This immediate, unpleasant feedback is highly effective at building awareness and breaking the automatic habit . Easy to Apply: The application is just like a clear nail polish. It goes on smoothly and dries relatively quickly, forming a transparent coat on the nails . Long-Lasting Formula: A major advantage is that it survives hand washing. The taste deterrent remains active, so you don't have to reapply it multiple times a day. Most users find one application lasts about two days, making it convenient and cost-effective . For the Whole Family: This product is designed for anyone over the age of 3, making it a solution for both children and adults struggling with nail-biting or thumb-sucking . What to Consider: The "Smell" Factor: When first applied, it has a distinct chemical or "nail polish" smell. However, this odor does fade quickly after it dries on the nails . Texture Can Feel Sticky: Some users note that the polish can feel a bit sticky or tacky for a short while after application until it fully sets . Requires Consistency: Breaking a habit takes time. You need to be consistent with reapplication every 2-3 days for at least a couple of weeks to see lasting results . Final Verdict: Mavala Stop is a highly effective and practical product for tackling nail-biting. While the initial smell and slight stickiness are minor drawbacks, the powerful bitter taste and long-lasting formula make it a worthwhile investment. It successfully helped me become conscious of my habit and break the cycle. I would definitely recommend it to anyone looking for a solution.

Amazing product. Does what it says on the tin. I’ve bitten my nails for almost thirty years. I once stopped biting them for about six months but only because they were in artificial nails always. But there’s never been a time where I’ve had them exposed and not bitten. It’s been a real battle. My nails have therefore always looked bitten, unhealthy, malnourished and quite disgusting. I could only go on dates if I had fake nails. Playing pool, typing, holding a microphone or even gesturing became quite embarrassing with these nasty nails. I always felt embarrassed and disappointed in my self. I decided to try a bitter tasting polish as a fix. Best decision ever! This one tastes so Terrible and each coat lasts for days so you only have to reapply every 3-5 days depending on how often you wash. That means even though it’s a small bottle, it will last you months. I started using this on the 23rd of September 2018 and because of how bitter it tasted, the aversion started immediately. I stopped biting immediately but would initially still try to just have the fingers around my mouth but the taste is so nasty and long lasting that i actually became used to keeping my hands away from my mouth and even hated the idea of my hands going near my face. Do keep the bottle tightly sealed and clean as mine leaked and so it’s almost empty. However, even though I only used it for six weeks, I’ve now stopped biting my nails and instead obsess about having a healthy nail care regime which consists of pushing the cuticles back, painting them and applying nail hardener. My nails have grown leaps and bounds as you can see from the before and after photos (taken 6-7 weeks apart). I can now have a full manicure, paint them and flaunt my nails. They look amazing, I get complements from friends and family but they are quite weak due to extended Time spent biting for almost 30 years plus lots of gels, acrylic and stick on nails. So I am now rather focused on treating them and getting them strong and healthy. I can’t explain the joy, peace, confidence and freedom I feel from using this. It’s honestly changed my life. My family and friends are so proud of me. Thank God. Cheers to the manufacturers of this and the amazon seller. I’m so grateful: you changed my life.

Been a lifelong nail biter. I'm worst in the car where I do it absentmindedly. Was a bit sceptical about how good this stuff would be, or how long lasting it would last, but my fears turned out to be unfounded. It is awesome, tastes disgusting, and it very hard wearing. It's almost invisible unless you're really looking close, and the few times I've forgotten about it, and started to bite a nail, I'm given a very swift reminder not to do it again. The taste is bitter, and stays in the mouth long enough for you to not want to do it again. I sit here about two weeks into using it - nails are growing back nicely, no more sore fingers - nails are actually starting to catch on surfaces if I rub my fingertips over things. Amazing. I imagine I'll keep up the treatment for another couple of weeks, then stash the little bottle somewhere, and if I start to slip back into old habits, just do some shorter treatments as necessary, but I'm hoping this will help me break the association completely. If you want to stop - couldn't recommend this stuff highly enough.

Worked for my daughter. She had been sucking on her thumb since she was a baby. At around 3 and a half, I started using this. She's now 4 and doesn't really suck her thumb anymore. It's important to note that I never forced it on her. We had a discussion (not sure how much she understood) and she agreed to wear the liquid. One thing is for sure, the taste is horrible.

Après avoir essayé plusieurs marques. C'est bien le seul qui ait un goût suffisamment puissant repoussant sans pour autant finir sur chaque chose que l'on touche. Attention cependant, il s'agit d'un vernis brillant et non invisible !

Lo utilicé con mi hija de 7 años que había empezado a morderse las uñas. Sólo se lo eché una vez porque el sabor es muy intenso y se queda durante mucho tiempo en la boca, incluso al contacto con la comida ésta ya sabe amarga. Mi hija siempre ha comido muy poco y al echarle el producto prácticamente no comía nada porque todo le sabía amargo así que no se lo volví a echar. Sí que he conseguido que no vuelva a morderse las uñas pero amenazándola con echárselo si lo vuelve a hacer, espero no tener que utilizarlo más.