Water Based vs. Regular Polish

M by Marlo Staff
Feb 19, 2018
2 min read

If you've ever wondered what's the difference between Water Based (M by Marlo) Nail Polish and Regular Nail Polish, we've done the research for you. Our Nail Lacquers are water based, and in addition to being better for your nails, it's also better for your environment. If you're a mom -- you no only don't want the harsh smells around your children -- but you definitely don't have much time for yourself. Our formula dries quick! It's low in odor! It will wear well, and of course we have a low odor nail polish remover to offer you!

We're looking forward to you falling in love with our brand as much as we have!

Ingredients

To start with, the basic ingredients in regular nail polish are nitrocellulose, which forms the hard layer on the nail, volatile solve

nts, which evaporate when the polish is painted onto nails, colorants, and other additives. On the other hand, the main ingredients in water-based nail polish are acrylic polymer emulsion, water, and colorants.

Wear

Regular nail polishes vary greatly in how long they last on the nails. Water-based nail polishes tend to last about one week on fingernails. Some brands of water-based nail polish can easily last for a month on toenails without chipping. Water-based nail polishes become more difficult to remove over time, which does not happen with regular nail polish.

Properties

Both the nitrocellulose and chemical solvents in regular nail polish are flammable. This makes regular nail polish dangerous to use near open flames. It is also the reason why regular nail polish can only be shipped through certain means, such as ground delivery. Neither the acrylic nor the water in water-based nail polish are flammable, making it safer to use and ship. The chemical solvents in regular nail polish give the polish an unpleasant and potentially toxic smell. Water-based nail polish, on the other hand, has very little smell.