Nail care
Choose natural nail polish
Acquarella Nail Polish
Acquarella's line of water-based polishes are vegan and free of stinky solvents. Choose from a line of colors to match any mood: from Demure to Prissy to Livid.Honeybee Gardens WaterColors Polish
With WaterColors Polish from Honeybee Gardens there's no need to worry during your nail-painting session. This water-based, low-VOC line of polishes is free of toluene, dibutyl phthalate, xylene, and formaldehyde.No-Miss Nail Polish
Treat your fingers and toes to a nontoxic treat with these formaldehyde-, toluene-, and dibutyl-pthalate-free nail polishes from No-Miss. Colors include South Beach Red, Panhandle Pink, Palm Beach Mauve, and Strawberry Keys.nubar Nail Polish
LA-based nubar, "the Healthy Alternative for Beautiful Nails," offers a range of nail beautification products that are free of formaldehyde, toluene, and phthalates. Color lines for lacquers include the Trendy Collection, the Princess Collection, the Vineyard Collection, and Sweet Nothings.PeaceKeeper Cause-Metics Natural Nail Polish
PeaceKeeper's line of mineral-based (some are also vegan) nail polishes are free of the nasty, noxious chemicals commonly associated with nail care products, like toluene and formaldehyde. Choose from a range of shades such as Paint Me Grateful, Paint Me Tender, and Paint Me Stunning.Sante Nail Polish
Sante's line of natural polishes are ideal for those with chemical sensitivities. Choose from a wide array of tempting colors that are free of formaldehyde, phthalates, toluene, and other synthetics.SpaRitual Nail Lacquers
These Leaping Bunny Certified nail lacquers are vegan and DBP-, formaldehyde-, and toluene-free. In addition to nail colors, SpaRitual also offers a full line of nail care elixirs, from cuticle care to nail strengtheners. Bottles are made from 50 percent recycled reusable and recyclable glass.Suncoat Water-Based Nail Polish
Choose from an array of vivid colors—from Pearl Purple to Pink Passion—that are free of toluene, formaldehyde, phthalates, and acetone. Suncoat's polishes are also free of FD&C dyes.Zoya Nail Polish
Finicky about nail polish colors? Fret no more by choosing one of Zoya's 240 colors. The company was founded by salon owner Zoya Reyzis, who was determined to find a healthier alternative to chemical-heavy traditional nail polishes during her pregnancy.
Choose natural nail polish remover
Honeybee Gardens Odorless Nail Polish Remover
Odorless Nail Polish Remover from Honeybee Gardens is a nail triple-threat: horsetail root strengthens nails, vitamin E and aloe soothe cuticles, and acetone-free ingredients are better for you and the environment.No-Miss Almost Natural Nail Polish Remover
Fear not: The next time you sit down to bid adieu to that purple polish on your toes, you won't have to risk inhaling headache-inducing fumes. Almost Natural Nail Polish Remover from No-Miss is cruelty-free and contains no acetone or ethyl acetate.SpaRitual Fluent Extra Strength Conditioning Lacquer Remover
SpaRitual's vegan, Leaping Bunny-certified polish remover uses essential oils and sugar in place of acetone to remove nail color while moisturizing nails and cuticles. The company carries a full line of nail elixirs, including strengtheners and other treatments, and uses recycled and recyclable packaging.Suncoat Natural Nail Polish Remover
Ideal for removing water-based and conventional nail polishes, Suncoat's Nail Polish Remover swaps petrochemicals for a unique, biodegradable corn- and soy-based formula that won't leave you reeling from fumes.Tate's Natural Miracle Odorless Nail Polish Remover
This mineral- and water-based product not only removes nail polish, but also works as a nail conditioner and strengthener and can be used to combat unsightly issues such as bunions, fungus, corns, and cuticles.
Visit an eco-friendly nail salon
Honey Nail Salon (Atlanta)
There's been a lot of buzz around this eco-chic Atlanta nail salon, offering nail treatments using formaldehyde-, toluene-, DBP-, and cruelty-free polishes. Along with environmental concerns, safety, sanitation, and comfort are tip-top priorities.Julep Nail Parlor (Seattle)
Home of the meaningful manicure, Seattle's Julep Nail Parlor offers a range of nail treatments using paraben-free lotions and polishes without formaldehyde, toluene, and DBP. What's more, the salon boasts LEED-certified flooring, eco-paint, and shopping bags made from recycled paper.Mani Pedi Cutie! (Hermosa Beach, CA)
It's always open-toed shoe season in sunny Southern California, so whether you're a local or just visiting, stop by Hermosa Beach's Mani Pedi Cutie! and treat your toes (and hands) to some eco-elegant pampering.Nova Nail Spa (San Francisco)
Take a load off at Nova Nail Spa, San Fransisco's first nail salon to go green from head to, ahem, toe. All elements of the spa—from the pedicure seats to the flooring to the lighting—are energy-efficient, recycled, nontoxic, or rapidly renewable. The spa also uses natural botanical elements in manicure and pedicure treatments.Priti Organic Spa (New York City)
Priti Organic Spa—a green getaway for weary hands and feet in Manhattan's East Village—offers a range of manicures and pedicures that use organic creams and scrubs, formaldehyde-, toulene-, and DBP-free polishes, and polish removers made from soy.Pure Nails (Austin, TX)
This Austin house o' nails uses formaldehyde-free polishes and adheres to stringent sanitation standards.
Skip the nail polish and use natural nail treatments instead
Burt's Bees Lemon Butter Cuticle Creme
This zesty, all-natural remedy from Burt's Bees conquers dry cuticles and strengthens nails. Ingredients include almond oil, vitamin E, rosemary, and lemon oil.Burton's Crystal Nail Files
Made from Bohemian crystal, Burton's Crystal Nail Files are made to last a lifetime, saving you money while drastically cutting back on nail-related waste. The files are two-sided and prevent splitting and chipping.Dr. Hauschka Neem Nail Oil
From the good doctor (Dr. Hauschka, that is) comes this botanical brittle nail remedy made with antifungal Neem leaf and other plant extracts. With regular use, Neem Nail Oil will protect and heal the cuticle while encouraging healthy nail growth.Korres Myrrh Nail Oil
This nail rescue remedy from coveted Greek natural beauty line Korres is free of mineral oil and silicone. Instead it contains myrrh extract and vitamins B5 and B8 to heal cuticles and strengthen brittle nails.Phyto Phytophanere Dietary Supplement - Hair & Nails
These supplements not only build a healthy head of hair using natural nutrients—carotene, wheat germ oil, and brewer's yeast—but also strengthen nails. All Phyto products are clinically tested, cruelty-free, and packaged in 100 percent recyclable containers.The Body Shop Vitamin E Hand & Nail Treatment
Protects, heals, and conditions nails and cuticles. Aside from nourishing Vitamin E, the treatment contains panthenol and glycerin. UK-based The Body Shop is famed for social and environmental progressiveness.
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