Honeybee Gardens

WaterColors Nail Enamel

$12.99
SKU:
npwcne
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Water (Aqua), Acrylates copolymer. May Contain: Iron Oxides (CI 77490), Mica (CI 77019), Titanium Dioxide (CI 77891), Ultramarine Blue (CI 77007)
WaterColors Nail Enamel * None Selected
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Description

Description

ODORLESS WATER-BASED NAIL COLOR BETTER FOR YOU & THE PLANET
Enjoy a beautiful manicure without worrying about absorbing harmful chemicals or damaging your natural nails. Our unique water-based polish is free from strong chemicals and odors; no more nasty fumes! Non-Toxic, kid safe & pregnancy safe! Plus, WaterColors are Mama Earth Approved. Our formula degrades cleanly leaving no toxins or contaminants behind.

We highly recommend you check out our Endure Primer/Sealer to extend the life of your manicure 2-3 times! This 2-in-1 formula acts as a base and top coat and keeps your non-toxic manicure looking it's best! 

First time user? Check out this amazing Starter Kit which will save you $$! 

Product Details

  • Gluten Free, Vegan, Cruelty Free 
  • Odorless & No VOCs 
  • Non-Toxic Earth-Friendly Formula
  • Quick drying
  • Product does NOT contain: formaldehyde, toluene, dibutyl phthalate, camphor, formaldehyde resin, xylene, parabens, fragrance, nitrocellulose resin, animal ingredients, triphenyl phosphate, benzophenone-1
  • Size: 0.5 fl oz./14 ml

Product Shades

  • Clear
  • Destiny - I, S; Pink Bronze Nude
  • Fairy Dust - I, S; Frosted Pink, Slightly Sheer 
  • Forget Me Not -M; Opaque Light Pastel Blue
  • Goddess - I, S; Medium Purple Berry with Blush Undertones
  • Into the Deep - M; Deep Cobalt Blue 
  • Island Orchid - M; Vibrant Purple with Red Undertones 
  • Legacy - M; Warm Summer Rose 
  • Once Bitten - S; Rich Cranberry with Slight Gold Shimmer
  • Raspberry Sorbet - M; Rich Bright Raspberry 
  • She Said Yes - M; Opaque Light Pastel Pink
  • Surf's Up - I, M; Soothing Aquamarine 
  • Sugar Be Sweet - I, S; Bright Salmon Pink with Hint of Iridescence (3 thin coats recommended)
  • Sweater Weather - M; Gray Lilac 
  • Tuscany - I, S; Purple Mauve with a hint of Pink 
  • Twice Shy - M; Nude Pale Pink (3 thin coats recommended)
  • Valentine - M; True Medium Pink 
  • Victorian Lace - M; Old Fashioned Rose
  • Vintage Merlot - M; Deep Berry Red Wine 
  • Whisper - Very Sheer Translucent Pink 
  • Wild Fire - M; Bright Red With a Hint of Orange
  • Wisteria - M; Opaque Light Pastel Purple

KEY: M = matte I = slight iridescence S = slight shimmer

What makes this product different from traditional polish?

You already know it's water-based and free from harsh chemical odors but let's take that a step further. Without getting too technical, let's explore the fundamental differences between solvent-based and water-based systems. Solvent-based polishes are simple solutions of nitrocellulose resins in strong solvents. Nitrocellulose is used because it forms a very hard film easily as the solvents evaporate from the base. These harsh, bad-smelling solvents, are then also used to remove the polish by dissolving the film. By contrast, water-based polish uses an emulsion resin in the form of billions of very small particles suspended in water. As the water evaporates, the particles touch each other and form a hard film which is no longer soluble in water. Traditional polish cures by reversible solvent evaporation and is easily dissolved. Our formula cures by creating a tightly knit film and not easily dissolved.


Nail preparation

Wash and dry hands thoroughly before applying polish but do not soak nails. Those with very dry skin may wish to apply a cuticle oil to nails first before applying polish to help hydrate the nail. Make sure the oil is absorbed into the nail before polishing. Our WaterColors Nail Enamels work best when used with our Endure Primer/Sealer and Gel Remover.

 

Application
Shake or swirl the color before use. Some settling is normal.
Apply a thin layer of Endure Primer/Sealer to clean, dry nails and allow to air dry.
Apply up to 2 THIN coats of WaterColors Nail Enamel (be sure to cover the nail edges). Allow polish to dry between coats. If you like, use hair dryer on low setting to blow dry polished nails. The heat hardens the polish for maximum chip resistance.
Add a clear coat for additional shine, if desired.
Apply a generous final coat of Endure Primer/Sealer to seal in color. Be sure to cover tips of nails. If desired, use hair dryer again to speed dry nails.
Complete hardening occurs 4-6 hours after application, defer rough and prolonged water exposure during this time. Ideally apply polish at night and allow to cure overnight.

Wipe off any unwanted polish on skin, cuticles with cotton or stick. For longer wear, repeat a quick application of Endure or Clear coat after 3-4 days.

Removal
When it is time to remove your polish, it is best to use Honeybee Gardens Nail Polish Remover Gel, which is acetone free. It is specifically formulated to remove the strong bond our Endure Primer/Sealer creates.

Buff nails lightly to remove shine.
Generously apply gel to cover the nail. Wait 30-60 seconds, do not let the remover dry or it will have to be re-applied.
Rub with our Nail Polish Remover pads, cotton pad, or paper towel to remove. 
Wash hands with mild soap to remove any traces of gel.


Product exceptions
You may find this product is a bit more difficult to remove from toe nails, because toe nails are naturally more dry and have less natural oils. We do NOT recommend using our Endure Primer Sealer on your toe nails for this reason.


Tips & Tricks
While WaterColors Nail Enamel may look and act like traditional solvent-based polish, it does have its eccentricities. Most of our customers tell us they would rather have to do an extra step if necessary rather than use polishes which contain potentially toxic ingredients. Here are some special instances and ideas which can help you create the perfect manicure.

Dry Nails
We've found that individuals with dry skin and dry nails tend to have a more difficult time removing our polish. For those folks, we recommend moisturizing the nails first before applying polish. Rub a little cuticle oil (or any good oil like jojoba, sweet almond, olive, etc.) into nails until the shininess disappears and the oil is absorbed into the nail. Then polish the nails as usual. You may want to remove the polish after one week of wear. Moisturize after removing polish.


Cold Temperatures
Since our polish is water-based, it can thicken in cold temperatures. We recommend storing our polish at normal room temperature. If polish does thicken, add ONE drop of water to bottle and shake well. This should return the polish to normal consistency. If it does not, the polish had been too cold for too long and needs to be replaced.


Length of Wear
It's rare we ever hear that our polish doesn't last long enough. However, if you find the polish isn't wearing as long as expected, the problem probably comes back to application. We recommend that you try to polish your nails at night if possible. Though our polish is tack free in no time, it takes longer to cure at the molecular level than traditional polish. So the longer you give it to set up without exposure to water, etc., the better it will wear. That being said, everyone wears polish differently. How long the polish lasts on you also depends on your body chemistry, daily activities and environmental exposure. Applying our Endure Primer Sealer as a base and top coat will extend the wear of polish.

Reviews

Reviews (158)

Marilyn 15th Aug 2024

Nail Enamels

I am very impressed with both the quality and choices of lovely up-to-date color choices. I have tried other brands of water based nail polishes before. I have never found one as good as Honey Bee Gardens. I am currently wearing Wisteria. I followed the procedures on each bottle (7 thin layers total) and have been pleasantly surprised at how long the polish stays on. I put the Wisteria on 5 days ago, and it is still very presentable. The staying power is a game changer for me. I have found my go to nail products!

Ann 15th Jul 2024

Perfect safe formula, long wear, beautiful colors

I got the colors Storm, Victorian Lace, Vintage Merlot, Fairy Dust, Legacy, and Wildfire. I want to give an honest and thorough review because I did a lot of research before purchasing from Honeybee Gardens and found that reviews on other blogs were very lacking. I want to share the information I wanted and hope that it helps someone else. The short version is that the nail enamel has a wonderful formula with no smell, beautiful colors, applies smoothly, and has long wear. This is my favorite nontoxic nail polish and use this brand primarily. The colors are STUNNING and are true to the bottle. Depending on the shade, there will be a bit of unevenness on the first coat, but that is normal for most formulas, though most colors reached near full opacity on coat 1. That is evened out on the second coat for all of the colors that I got. The enamel dries with a slight sheen and is opaque. Application is a little different than what most people would be used to if they are coming from conventional laquers. The formula is a little more on the runnier side, but it is comparable to other water based formulas. Even though it is runnier than the conventional stuff, this formula is still thick enough to feel smooth and provide great coverage. They also dry touch pretty quickly. I did try using a blow drier between coats which some may like to ensure that it dries and harden a little faster.  The brush is a straight, thin, long brush. I was used to painting with a wide, round brush, so this took a little getting used to, but it applies and carries the product very well. It was easy to spread the enamel across the nail plate with ease and does not cause as much flooding or accidental cuticle or skin application as with other brushes.  The enamels tend to last for at least a week when used with the base/top coat. I am not gentle with my hands or manicures (i do housework without gloves, i do crafts, wash my hands a lot etc). The tips will have some wear. I did not notice significant chipping. I have been very excited to use these colors that I have been changing them out after a week, which is why I said at least a week because I suspect that they can last a little longer if you want them to. If you use the enamels without it, I noticed that they lasted at least three days before chipping started to occur. So for anyone who says that the polish doesn't last very long, I wonder if they are using the base/top coat. I have not used nail polish for a long time due to the smell and toxicity of the ingredients. Honeybee Garen delivers in having a great product that is body, earth, and animal friendly. I love that I do not have to sacrifice my ethics for a fun nail enamel. Removal is easy with the remover that is designed for water-based polish. Other means will be much more difficult. I find it easier to remove if I apply a little on the nail enamel and let it sit for a minute and then scrub off. My nails have NO staining whatsoever. My nails are stronger and growing faster and smoother after using the product. My only complaint is that I wish there were pictures with swatches so that it would be easier to imagine what the colors would look like on someone, but rest assured I am not disappointed with the colors. I'm very happy with the colors and their performance. I highly recommend you try these.

Ingredients

Ingredients

SKU:
npwcne
Warranty:
Water (Aqua), Acrylates copolymer. May Contain: Iron Oxides (CI 77490), Mica (CI 77019), Titanium Dioxide (CI 77891), Ultramarine Blue (CI 77007)

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