In today's beauty world, you will come across various different types of nail polish removers on the market today, namely, acetone as well as non-acetone nail polish removers. The majority of the well-known brands carry both these types of nail polish removers which will be mentioned on the label.
Both these types consist of a solvent (similar to acetone) which helps to dissolve the hard film which is left on the nails by making use of the ingredients present in the nail polishes. These ingredients consist of plasticizers, resins, color pigments, as well as film formers. This aids in providing a uniform coating of nail polish which dries uniformly as well as quickly. However, it is quite difficult to remove these ingredients once you apply them on your nails.
Acetone Nail Polish Removers
Being an extremely powerful solvent, acetone happens to be the best option when it comes to removing nail polish. However, it is likewise quite harsh given that a lot of natural oils will be removed from the skin and nails. And, in case an excessive amount of acetone is applied on the skin, your epidermis will appear to be white in color. This implies that your skin is dried out.
Why is Acetone nail polish remover effective?
Why is Acetone bad for your nails?
Are non-acetone nail polish removers effective?
The Pros:
The Cons:
Final Verdict: Thus, it is evident from the above discussion that acetone is the most effective method for removing nail polishes. But it is quite harsh and your nails and the skin can be dried out after you apply it. Other solvents might get the job done, but they will not be as effective as acetone in removing nail polishes. This will imply that you need to invest more time removing the polish from your nails if non-acetone remover is used.
As an environmental scientist and very environmentally conscious individual, I use non-acetone nail polish removers. I believe in eco-friendly practices in everything we do. Hopefully, this blog post has provided you a little guidance for you to choose what type of nail polish remover will you use in the future.
]]>Nail salons have come under close scrutiny as advocate organizations team up with local governments to prevent nail salon workers from chemical exposure. This comes as concern on the type of chemicals and fumes nail salon workers are exposed on a daily basis.
As the client, you ought to be concerned about the bad nail salon fumes that you are exposed to during your ritualistic three-hour manicure or pedicure in the nail salon.
In this piece, we shall be focusing on the fumes that are synonymous with salon parlors and what damage they cause to your health. Regular nail salons products contain dangerous chemicals, and your health can be affected by the dust, fumes, or mist that you are often exposed to when in the nail salon.
This is even more damaging for the nail salon workers who are around these fumes for around nine hours each day. These harmful vapors and fumes can get onto food or smokables like electric or traditional cigarettes thus making their way into our bodies.
Some of the dangerous chemicals and fumes you can be exposed to in the nail salon
The products used in nail salons often have strong smells and rightly so as they are usually concentrates of highly dangerous chemicals. When these chemicals make it into our bodies they could affect our health in adverse ways that are costly to treat. Some of the chemicals you are likely to be exposed to when you get to the nail salon include: Butyl acetate from nail polish removers; causes headaches, irritation to the eyes, nose, throat, and mouth. Acetone from nail polish removers; irritation on the skin, throat, and eyes. Will also cause dizziness and headaches. Dibutyl phthalate (DBP) from nail polish; causes irritation in the eyes, nose, skin, and throat. Long term exposure causes much worse effects. Formaldehyde from nail hardener and nail polish; causes breathing problems, asthma-like reactions, coughing, wheezing and allergic reactions such as irritation on the skin, eyes, and throat. This chemical is also known to be a cancer-causing agent. Ethyl methacrylate (EMA) from artificial liquid use for the nails; causes loss of concentration, irritated skin, eyes, mouth, and nose. Exposure to pregnant mothers can affect the unborn baby.
safety standards require that manufacturers state what chemicals that are used in the products they sell. The standards have changed in recent times forcing manufacturers to be more accountable about the chemicals they are pushing into the cosmetic market. The classification of chemicals has changed requiring manufacturers to use the Harmonized System of Classification and Labeling of Chemicals.
You can also do something to make yourself better protected
To begin with, you should know what products you are using and what they contain. There are a lot of safe alternatives for the chemically concentrated options you should be avoiding. It is also recommended that you go to a nail salon that is well ventilated. Proper airflow alone can reduce the nail salon fumes you are exposed to by a large extent. There is a lot of research going into checking for salon products for growing health concerns among workers in salons. As the client, you should also take care of your health in any way you can.
]]>In a candid video, she sums up the theory by saying: “Every time I have red nails, a guy comments on it ... And then it hit me — in the ’90s when we were growing up, women had red nails a lot — especially our moms. And I weirdly think guys are attracted to red nails because it reminds them of their moms.”
And with that, perhaps the classic hue is somehow associated with timelessness, caregiving, and unconditional love in the minds of some men? I mean, I buy it.
Yet another way to look at it, however, is that red is associated with passion, confidence, and love, and is arguably one of the most attention-grabbing color. People may not notice an understated light pink mani — but colorful red tips are sure to get a few eyes from all genders.
While some TikTok creators have taken the theory to heart, painting their nails red and documenting the results — many others commented with a reminder that our beauty routines and manicure appointments aren’t for men at all, and are for us.
And whether or not you are into the theoretical ’90s mom connection, it’s safe to say that some serious icons throughout the years were also a fan of the lacquer shade. Some total babes of note? Jennifer Aniston, Pamela Anderson, Rihanna, Gwen Stefani, Marilyn Monroe, and countless other baddies were fans of red manis.
Across categories, red has most definitely been trending this season — having a serious moment.
And whether or not the red nail theory is actually a way for single Millennials to find love connections, it can’t hurt to paint your tips the powerful hue and see what might happen ...
]]>Does your Nail Polish ever chip when you're doing absolutely nothing? Yeah, same. Welp, we're here to show you the way to super gorgeous, super long-lasting nails with Kolors by K Nail Powder. Here's how you can ditch plain old polish for ultra glossy gel-like nails, but like without the light.
PRO TIP: Powders may settle or become dense sitting overtime & can create uneven dipping results. For seamless dipping, loosen powders by shaking jars while closed or stir with a clean utensil prior to use. Be sure to always paint and immediately dip one nail at a time before moving on to the next finger. This will prevent Step 2 Base from drying out and allow for more powder to adhere to the nail.
Highlights:
Difficulty- EASY
Time required- 45 minutes
Nail Salon Price- est. $40/Mani
Kolors by K Price- est. $3/Mani
Product used:
Cuticle oil is a moisturizing product for your nails and cuticles. It’s most commonly made up of vegetable oils and sometimes contains vitamins and citric acid.
With the Season's changing our Cuticles are being exposed to excessive cold and in some areas, sun, chlorine, or salty or soapy water causing our cuticles to become chapped, cracked, and dry. In these cases of extreme dryness and damage, cuticle oil can help moisturize your cuticle and nail, restoring it to health.
Applying cuticle oil can increase the circulation around your nails, stimulating nail growth. It can also help to protect your nail and cuticle against trauma.
The oil can also help improve the health and appearance of your nail. If you paint your nails with KolorsbyK nail polish, cuticle oil can also protect and give your polish a lasting shine.
Depending on the product you’re using, you can either dab your cuticles with a cotton ball or brush the oil on. Apply a few drops to each cuticle and then massage in for a few minutes.
While cuticle oil isn’t absolutely necessary for the health of your nails, it can be a great treatment if your nails and cuticles are feeling especially dry. Just dab a little on, rub in, and you’ve done yourself — and your nails — a service.
Updated 4/11/2020
All orders will ship out AFTER May 1, 2020. We understand this can be frustrating, but we want to ensure we protect our employees and provide the best service to our customers during this time of uncertainty. We are taking all necessary precautions during this time.
We apologize for the inconvenience and thank you for your understanding.
Updated on 4/5/20
To Our KolorsbyK Customers,
Our mission at KolorsbyK is to empower all women one nail kolor at a time. We are encouraging our customers to save time & money, and to do your nails at home if possible.
We wanted to take a moment to thank you for your continued support! With the advent of COVID-19, we have slowed down on shipping until further notice.
First, with our team divided, shipments are being processed as normal but will be delayed by 7-10 business days (not including weekends or holidays). As most orders ship via USPS Priority Mail, please expect shipments to arrive in about 2-3 business days once it departs our facility.
Second, your order is important to us and we appreciate your patience as we all work together to get through these next few weeks/months.
Third, if you have any questions regarding your order, please contact kolorsbykinquiry@gmail.com with your order number and we will be happy to assist you.
We will continue to monitor the situation and keep you updated on our status.
On behalf of the KolorsbyK Team, we want to let you know we appreciate your business and strive to serve you, our customers, and community. We hope you all keep up the safe practices and support one another during this challenging time.
With love,
Kalauna Carter, CEO
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There comes a day in the life of a nail polish when it’s time to head to the big beauty salon in the "sky". But think twice before you toss it in the garbage or pour it down the drain—nail polish and remover are classified as Household Hazardous Waste, according to the Environmental Protection Agency, which means they can cause a slew of problems if they’re not disposed of properly. (Nail polish or remover waste can contaminate drinking water, pollute rivers and other bodies of water, harm children or pets, and even injure sanitation workers.) So before you chuck out last season’s colors, read on to learn the eco-friendly way to get rid of your old or dried-up hues.
You may have a few polishes on hand that you’re just not into anymore, even if they’re perfectly good. Don’t toss them yet! Here are a few ways you can repurpose your most overlooked polishes.
1: Host a polish swap with friends. Invite a few friends over and ask them to each bring two nail polishes that they’re sick of, too. Go around in a circle and have each attendee select the hue he or she likes most, until everyone has two new colors.
2: Put clear polish to work. Clear polish can be used to patch up holes in tights, seal prescription labels to their bottles, or even turn an eye shadow into a custom nail color!
3: Organize with colors. Color polishes can be a great organizational tool.
Like we mentioned earlier, do not toss out your dried-up nail polish with your usual garbage haul or pour it down the sink—nail polish and remover are considered hazardous waste because they’re flammable and contain toxic chemicals. So what to do?
Your best bet is to bring it to your local Household Hazardous Waste facility (Google it to find the one closest to you). For example, here’s a list of HHW facilities in Florida, which are open for one-day collections on various Saturdays. You can also call the National Recycling Hotline at 1-800-CLEANUP (253-2687).
As of now there are many options for non-toxic nail polishes, however no matter what brand you buy, you need to adhere to EPA’s household hazardous waste disposal policies. However, there are some nail polish brands with fewer chemicals than average. Look for 10-free polishes like Kolors by K—which are devoid of toluene, dibutyl phthalate, formaldehyde, formaldehyde resin, and camphor—for a more eco-friendly mani or pedi.
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Check out some of the great variety and make sure you review all the different collections! Currently in stock we have:
French White Dipping Powder: Classic white to make nail tips appear healthy and bright. Perfect for French manicures.
Natural Dipping Powder: Nude/Natural dipping powder. Perfect for all skin tones.
Baby Pink Dipping Powder: Pastel pink for a dainty look. Perfect for all occasions.
Cherry Red Dipping Powder: Pigmented red sure to turn heads and get tons of compliments!
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You might see 3 Free written on nail polish, or even 5 Free, 7 free or 10 Free.
But what does this all mean? At KolorsbyK we will explain the difference and why it's important you know what is in your nail polish.
In many nail polishes you'll find some pretty toxic ingredients including DBP, toluene, formaldehyde, formaldehyde resin and camphor. If you had a choice you'd certainly stay away from putting these ingredients on your skin and we explain why below.
10 Free Nail Polish avoids these ingredients along with xylene, parabens, fragrances, phthalates, and animal ingredients.
A quick guide to ingredients to avoid in nail polish:
Camphor - this acts as a plasticiser and in very small doses camphor can cause reactions such as a really fast heartbeat, skin vasodilation (flushed skin - we often get this with alcohol), slowed breathing, and increased perspiration. In large doses it is very toxic.
Dibutyl Phthalate/ Phthalates- Also known as DPB is one of the many ingredients to contain phthalates. These are ingredients that should definitely be avoided. In both Europe and the United States, phthalates are listed as a suspected endocrine disruptor, as there is evidence that it interferes with normal hormone function. So it can affect fertility, and can cause developmental defects in unborn children. Not to stop there it can also cause health issues such as liver and kidney failure in young children. Avoid!
Ethyl Tosylamide- Is a highly viscous, amber liquid used primarily as plasticizer and film former in coatings like nail polish. Ethyl Tosylamide also as acts as a secondary film former. The ingredient has already been barred from personal care products in Europe due to its antibiotic properties and concern over antibiotic resistance
Formaldehyde/ Formaldehyde Resins - often used as a germicide, fungicide, disinfectant and preservative research has suggested its properties are carcinogenic. We'd rather not chance it.
Fragrances- To ensure the safety of your overall health as well as nails, our polishes are fragrance free.
Toluene - present in paints, varnishes, glues and many, many nail polishes it can cause irritation to our eyes, nose and throats. Not an ingredient you want to be around.
Parabens - they are a preservative and suspected of having carcinogenic properties.
Xylene- This chemical has an odor that you may recognize when you paint your nails. Sadly, it appears in many kinds of nail polish and can cause all sorts of problem. Its vapors can cause eye irritation, skin irritation, headache, dizziness and nausea. Prolonged exposure can lead to liver and kidney damage, respiratory issues and even death.
Step 1: Remove Polish and Oils.
Eliminate spills and smudges by positioning your arms and tools on a flat, protected surface. We recommend KolorsbyK Acetone FREE nail polish remover. Wash hands afterward.
Step 2: Clip and File.
Clip nails first, if necessary. Then file to get your tips square, round or somewhere in between. Buff tops and sides of nails lightly with a nail buffer to create a smooth surface.
Step 3: Push back your cuticles.
Soften cuticles with oil or lotion and then push back gently with a cuticle stick. *IMPORTANT* Your cuticles protect your nails from bacteria and keep them soft, so avoid cutting them.
Step 4: Exfoliate your hands.
Exfoliate hands, wrists and forearms with a hand scrub that eliminates dead skin cells and replenishes moisture. Use a nailbrush to clean under nails. Wash hands afterward and dry them thoroughly.
Step 5: Moisturize your hands.
Moisturize now to avoid smudging almost-dry nail polish later. Take the opportunity to give yourself a mini hand massage—just because you're not at the spa doesn't mean you can't relax! To finish, swipe each nail with nail polish remover.
Step 6: Apply KolorsbyK base coat.
Apply base coat to hydrate and protect nails and prevent chipping. We recommend you wait at least two minutes between each polish coat, starting with the base coat.
Step 7: Apply the first coat of KolorsbyK nail polish.
Now for the fun part! Apply a coat of your favorite or newest KolorsbyK Kolor! Be sure to get the brush all the way down to the cuticle and into the corners of the nail. Maximum coverage on the first coat makes the second coat a breeze. *Drip Drip*
Step 8: Apply the second coat of KolorsbyK nail polish.
After two minutes, apply the second coat of KolorsbyK nail polish. Glitter and Sheer Kolors may require third coats for full coverage.
Step 9: Apply KolorsbyK topcoat.
The topcoat protects your manicure from chipping and adds shine to nails.
Step 10: Clean up edges and let your nails dry.
Clean up any mistakes or wobbly edges by using a q-tip dipped in nail polish remover around the edge of your cuticle. Let nails dry an additional five-ten minutes, and—JUST LIKE THAT—perfect nails…at home! OKUUUUUR!
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