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Non Toxic Nail Polish Ingredients: Ratings and What to Know

While it's common for nail polishes in todays marketplace to be rated "3 Free", "5 Free" or "10+ Free", some are even marketed as "non toxic". So what exactly does this mean? How can we understand the differences? It's really very simple. Read the label. Read the ingredients and compare.

Toxin Free Nail Polish: Formulation Ingredients Ratings

Here is a list of common toxin free nail polish ingredients or what we like to call "ungredients":

3 FREE: Free from the "big 3" chemicals - formaldehyde, toluene, dibutyl phthalate
5 FREE: Free from the "big 3" chemicals + 2 more - formaldehyde, formaldehyde resin, toluene, dibutyl phthalate, camphor
10 FREE: Free from the "big 3" chemicals + 7 more - formaldehyde, formaldehyde resin, toluene, dibutyl phthalate, camphor, xylene, ethyl tosylamide, paraben, fragrance, animal products

Can Nail Polish Truly Be Non-Toxic?

In a nutshell, no. For example, most nail polishes are still formulated with solvents like ethyl acetate or butyl acetate. They have lower toxicity levels compared to ingredients like toluene or formaldehyde, but are still toxic to some degree. However, these safer solvents help to reduce the potential health risks associated with traditional nail polishes.

It is important to note that while non-toxic nail polishes aim to minimize exposure to harmful chemicals, they may still contain other ingredients that could cause allergic reactions or sensitivities in some individuals. It's always recommended to read the product labels and do a patch test before using any.

SuperChic Nail Products

Nail Polish Ingredients - 10 FREE:

Nitrocelluose, Ethyl Acetate, Butyl Acetate, Isopropyl Alcohol, Ethyl Alcohol, Triphenyl Phosphate, Propyl Acetate, n-Butyl Alcohol. May also contain: Cosmetic White RS N/C,D&C Black #2 Nitrocel, D+C Red #7 Nitrocel, FD&C Yellow #5 Nitrocel, Cosmetic Iron Blue Nitrocel, Mica, Titanium Dioxide, Tin Dioxide, Synthetic Fluorphlogopite, Iron Oxide, Calcium Aluminum Borosilicate, Silica, Acrylate Copolymer, Glycerin, Ultramarine Blue, Manganese Violet, Chromium Oxide Green, Ferric Ferrocyanide, Acetone, Magnesium Fluoride, Natural Diamond Crystals, Aluminum Powder, Polyester & Aluminum Glitter.

Crackle Nail Polish Ingredients - 10 FREE:

Ethyl Acetate, Alcohol Denat., Adipic Acid / Neopentyl Glycol / Trimellitic Anhydride Copolymer, Silica, Butyl Acetate, Nitrocellulose, Isopropyl Alcohol. May also contain: Cosmetic White RS N/C, D&C Black #2 Nitrocel, D+C Red #7 Nitrocel, FD&C Yellow #5 Nitrocel, Cosmetic Iron Blue Nitrocel, Mica, Titanium Dioxide, Tin Dioxide, Synthetic Fluorphlogopite, Iron Oxide, Calcium Aluminum Borosilicate, Silica, Acrylate Copolymer, Glycerin, Ultramarine Blue, Manganese Violet, Chromium Oxide Green, Ferric Ferrocyanide, Acetone, Magnesium Fluoride, Natural Diamond Crystals, Aluminum Powder, Polyester & Aluminum Glitter.

Marvel, Marvel Star & Marvel PLUSH Top Coat Ingredients - 9 FREE (Contains Low Levels of Toluene):

Butyl Acetate, Ethyl Acetate, Isopropyl Alcohol, Acrylate Copolymer, Toluene <5%, Butyl Benzyl Phthalate, Cellulose Acetate Butyrate, Benzophenone <1%, CI 60725 Violet #2. May also contain: Silica, D+C Red #7, Optical Brightener.

According to the State of California

WARNING: This product can expose you to chemicals including Toluene which is known to the State of California to cause reproductive toxicity and Benzophenone which is known to the State of California to cause cancer. For more information, go to www.P65Warnings.ca.gov.

According to the FDA

Toluene in Nail Polishes and Other Nail Products: Toluene is used as a solvent in a variety of nail products, including some nail polishes, nail hardeners, and polish removers; however, its use is being phased-out. The CIR reviewed toluene in 1987, determining that it was safe for use in nail products at concentrations up to 50 percent, which is the highest concentration observed in nail products.

The CIR reviewed its toluene safety assessment again in 2005, along with new information. At that time, CIR confirmed that many of the new studies reported findings consistent with the data in its earlier safety assessment, in that any reported adverse effects occurred only at levels many times higher than those observed when people used nail polish, and that the number of nail products containing toluene had dropped sharply.

https://www.fda.gov/cosmetics/cosmetic-products/nail-care-products#toluene

On Cloud Matte Top Coat Ingredients - 10 FREE:

Ethyl Acetate, Butyl Acetate, SD Alcohol 40-B, Cellulose Acetate Butyrate, Acrylates Copolymer, Silica Silylate, Hydrated Silica & Polyethylene, Trimethyl Pentanyl Diisobutyrate, Acetyl Tributyl Citrate, Etocrylene.

Bring It On! Base Coat & G-Force X Base Coat Ingredients - 10 FREE:

Ethyl Acetate, Butyl Acetate, Nitrocellulose, Isopropyl Alcohol, Ethyl Alcohol, Triphenyl Phosphate, Propyl Acetate, n-Butyl Alcohol. May also contain: Acrylate Copolymer, Glycerin, Propylene Glycol, Castor Oil, Iron Blue, Yellow #5.

Banana Peel Quick Dry-Peel Off Base Coat Ingredients - 10 FREE:

Alcohol (Denat.), Acetone, PVP (Polyvinylpyrrolidone), Acrylates Octylacrylamide Copolymer, Yellow #10.

Nail Polish Thinner Ingredients - 10 FREE:

Ethyl Acetate, Butyl Acetate

My Chemistry Nail Dehydrator - 10 FREE:

Ethyl Acetate, Butyl Acetate & Ammonium Hydroxide.

Holo Pop Polish Rub Ingredients- 10 FREE:

Butyl Acetate, Ethyl Acetate, plus other proprietary non-toxic solvents.

SuperStar Holographic Nail Powder & Pigments Ingredients- 10 FREE:

Acrylic & Aluminum Powder.

SuperChic Cosmetic Products

Unicorn Shadow Eye Shadow Ingredients - 10 FREE:

Witch Hazel Distillate (Hamamelis Virginiana Water), Alcohol-Natural Grain (Denat.), Acrylic Polymer, Aluminum Powder, Propylene Glycol, Isododocane, Confectioner’s Sugar, Polyisobutene, Glycerin, PVP, & Acrylates Copolymer. May also contain: Tin Oxide, Fluorphlogopite, Calcium Aluminum Borosilicate, Silica, FD&C Red 40, FD&C Blue 1, FD&C Yellow 5, Ultramarine Blue, Manganese Violet, Chromium Oxide Green, Titanium Dioxide, Iron Oxides, Micas, & Polyester Glitter.

Sweet Winks Eyeliner Ingredients - 10 FREE:

Water, Organic Castor Oil, Isododecane, Propylene Glycol, Glycerin, Acrylates Copolymer, Polyisobutene, PVP, TEA, Phenoxyethanol-SA. May also contain: Tin Oxide, Fluorphlogopite, Calcium Aluminum Borosilicate, Silica, FD&C Red 40, FD&C Blue 1, FD&C Yellow 5, Ultramarine Blue, Manganese Violet, Chromium Oxide Green, Titanium Dioxide, Iron Oxides & Micas.

All SuperChic Nail & Cosmetic Products are 100% Vegan and Cruelty Free!

Flammable - Keep Away From Flame / Keep Out Of Reach Of Children - Use Only As Intended. Discontinue use immediately if irritation occurs. Consult your Physician if you are pregnant, become pregnant or have other medical conditions prior to use. Manufactured and distributed by SuperChic® / SuperChic Lacquer®, Powell, Wyoming. Handmade in the USA.

non toxic nail polish - ingredients