FREE OF - The Bad Stuff
While it isn't yet possible to create a completely all natural nail polish, we've left out common toxins and irritants so you can paint with peace of mind. As a small brand, we carefully research the ingredients we use. However, we're not chemists or cosmetic toxicologists, so we encourage you as consumers to scrutinize cosmetic labels, ask questions, and therefore make confident product choices that feel best for you.
Why saying 'NO' Matters.
NO Formaldehyde. Used to harden and strengthen nail polish and works as a preservative that guards against bacterial growth. This toxic ingredient is known to cause allergic reactions, asthma, nausea, and reproductive harm.
NO Toluene. Used to help nail polish be evenly applied. This chemical has been linked to issues affecting the nervous system with symptoms that include dizziness, headaches, nausea and irritation.
NO Camphor. Used to give a shiny and glossy appearance in nail polishes. This chemical sometimes triggers severe allergic reactions when applied. Even when you inhaled it, may cause dizziness, headache, and nausea. It may potentially affect liver function.
NO Parabens. Often used as synthetic preservatives, they keep bacteria, mold and fungi from growing in cosmetic products. Parabens has been associated with irritation and hormone disruptor.
NO Dibutyl Phthalate. A plasticizer, this chemical is used to improve polish durability and gives a shiny look to nails. They are known as endocrine disruptors and associated with damage of liver, kidney, and even affect the reproductive system.
NO Formaldehyde Derivatives. Formaldehyde Resin is a by-product of formaldehyde that adds depth, shine, and hardness to the nail polish. It can cause skin allergy, dermatitis, and even reproductive harm.
NO Xylene. Used as a solvent in nail polish used to thin the nail polish so it won't get lumpy. Xylene often gives nail polish its distinguished odor. This chemical has been proven to be a common allergen whose vapors can cause eye, skin irritation, headaches, dizziness and nausea.
NO Triphenyl phosphate. Known as a plasticizer, used in nail polish to improve its flexibility and durability. The causes of TPHP has been linked with endocrine impacts, reproductive, and even development irregularities.
NO Colophonium. Colophonium is a sticky substance that naturally exists in pine and spruce trees. It contains sticky qualities due to which it is used as a useful ingredient in various cosmetic products, including nail polish. However, it is one of those strong allergen compounds which is associated with acute allergic problems, like it causes dermatitis as well as breathing issues.
NO Ethyl Tosylamide. Used as a plasticizer in nail polish. It increases the durability and longevitiy of the nail polish. This chemical can cause severe allergic reactions and in extreme cases liver damage.
NO Ethyl or Butyl Acetate. Main culprit in that "nail polish smell", they are used as a solvent in nail polish. Ethyl and Butyl acetates are not only flammable, it is toxic if ingested or inhaled, and this chemical may be damaging to internal organs in the case of repeated or prolonged exposure. These acetates can also cause irritation when it comes into contact with the eyes or skin.
NO Acetone. Used in nail polish removers, acetone is a flammable chemical that has a sharp strong smell. Small amounts of acetone will not hurt you, but breathing moderate amounts of acetone for a short amount of time can irritate your nose, throat, lungs and eyes. It can also cause headaches, dizziness, confusion, a faster pulse, and nausea.
NO Fragrance. Fragrance in sensitive people can cause watery red eyes, nasal congestion, sneezing, migraine headaches, skin problems, asthma attacks, and other respiratory problems.
NO Animal Derivatives. Certain color pigments in cosmetics comes from animals. Guanine, a shimmery pigment comes from fish scales, and Carmine, a red pigment is made from crushed beetles. Our products are not derived from any animal product or by-product, it is vegan and not tested on animals.
NO Mercury. Depending on the form of mercury, exposure to sufficiently high concentrations can result in allergic reactions, skin irritation or neurotoxicity.
NO Lead. Lead is a neurotoxin and can be dangerous at small doses. Medical experts are clear that any level of lead exposure is unhealthy. Exposure to lead has been linked to a host of health and neurological concerns.
