Covet London: Stylish and safe nail polishes
updated the 7 October 2015 à 00:04
Detoxify your beauty regime with Covet London’s eco-friendly nail polishes, combining safety and style.
Have you ever wondered what went into each bottle of nail polish that promised you, among many other things, long wear and saturated shades? Or have you ever thought about the myriad of chemicals that went into the making of these polishes and their potential side effects? Well we didn’t either until today.
Considering the amount of surfaces we touch with our fingers, especially food (think chips, small bites and the like), we should probably be more privy to what exactly we are putting onto our nails, because those chemicals may find a way into our system, albeit surreptitiously.
The fact: Typically, most nail polishes today contain a refined variation of automobile paint that is laden with toxic chemical compounds proven to be harmful and carcinogenic to humans.
Fortunately, to put ours minds at ease, luxury British nail colour and care brand, Covet London, comes into the picture like a true saviour. The brand prides itself for using botanical elements such as sugar cane, lichens, cotton linters and beets for its base and finely milled pigments from minerals and gemstones to generate vibrant colours. The ingredients make the polish sound absolutely yummy, don’t you think?
Specifically, the Covet London products are free of Dibutyl Phthalate (DBP), Toulene, Formaldehyde, Formaldehyde Resin and Camphor. This essentially means the lacquers are non-toxic and safe for sensitive skin and suitable for use during pregnancy and breastfeeding.
Coupled with a custom 398 strand soft brush, this botanical-based formula delivers a lightweight and fluid consistency, resulting in a breezy and fuss-free application. Lastly, its 30-second quick dry and chip-resistant finish ultimately makes this a highly coveted nail product to own.
The only concern remains then is that a safe polish usually equates to boring colours. However, Covet London proves otherwise with its meticulous curation of shades such as a shimmery lacquer that will allow you to dazzle your way through festive parties!
Covet London nail varnishes (approx. USD30 each) are available online at Luxola and at selected retailers and salons.
Tarandip Kaur
