Before you reach for that bottle of nail polish, stop and consider just what may actually be in that nail polish you are using. Conventional nail polish has been getting a bad rap lately as more and more studies prove just how much nail polish is riddled with poisons and unsafe chemicals.

From formaldehyde to toluene to DBP (dibutyl phthalate) and unsafe dyes, nail polish is far from “safe”. What we are putting onto our bodies is just as important as what we put into our bodies, so if you aren’t too keen on drinking a bottle of nail polish then it may be a good idea to look into using non toxic nail polish.

What is Non Toxic Nail Polish?

A true non toxic nail polish (always read the bottle before purchasing!) contains no solvents and no off-gassing chemicals. They should be free of that toxic “chemical” smell that you are most likely familiar with when ever you apply a toxic nail polish to your fingernails.

Who would choose a Non Toxic Nail Polish?

A growing number of people, and for different reasons. First you have to consider how most companies that produce non toxic nail polish removers are “green” and eco-friendly, and how most do not test on animals. That means that you are supporting a company that is not only earth-conscious and trying to make the world a better place, but they are also not unjustly and cruelly testing their products on innocent creatures.

Next are the health conscious or those who have already suffered from a serious illness that can be linked to the hazardous chemicals contained in conventional nail polish, such as cancer and liver disease.

Perhaps the rising demand is coming from pregnant women who are trying to keep things as natural and pure as possible. As the effects of a conventional nail polish on an unborn baby or fetus have not yet been tested, who is to know just what harm we may be doing to our children by applying a regular, chemical-laden nail polish to our fingertips? Not only do you have to consider how the chemicals may be absorbed by our skin, but the fumes from conventional nail polish are also suspected to cause some grave and harmful ailments.

What are some Non Toxic Nail Polish Brands out there?

Though finding a non-toxic nail polish brand may be a bit harder to come by, they do exist and you shouldn’t have too much trouble finding them. One of the most popular brands is “Safe Nail Polish”. This brand lives up to its name by offering an odorless, completely water based hypoallergenic and non toxic nail polish formula that is safe for adults and children to use. You can find several colors to choose from, with their collection seemingly to continuously expand and grow.

Another great brand for anyone to try is “Polished Mama”. Though this brand is made with the pregnant woman in mind, this non toxic nail polish is safe for anyone to use! This brand also offers acetone-free nail polish removers so you can quickly and safely remove your non-toxic nail polish.