HONEYBEE GARDENS

For those who want an alternative to solvent-based nail enamel, we've got the solution for you! Our unique water-based polish is totally odor-free! No more nasty fumes. But perhaps best of all, there's also no need for toxic smelly nail polish remover - this product removes with rubbing alcohol, vodka/grain alcohol or our new Odorless Polish Remover! Thanks to our new patented technology, there's nothing else like it on the market!

Special Features:

• Non-toxic: no toluene, xylene, formaldehyde, dibutyl phthalate

• No FD&C colors; only natural mineral pigments

• Water-based, not solvent-based like traditional polish

• Odor-free! No more nasty fumes

• Long lasting and provides great coverage at a great price

• Beautiful trendy colors to match our ColorBalm Naturals Lipstick

• Nothing else like it on the market - totally unique

What Makes this Product Different

You already know it's water-based, it's odor-free and has no formaldehyde, toluene, dibutyl phthalates or FD& C colors. 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. At first, it may seem that these systems are similar, the only difference being the carrier base. But they are in fact as different as night and day. One cures by reversible solvent evaporation, the other by creating a tightly knit film. One is easily dissolved, the other not so easily. Several states are beginning to regulate VOCs (volatile organic compounds) emitted by nail polishes and nail polish removers. WaterColors Nail Enamel has very low VOCs.

Product Appearance

You'll notice the Clear Base/ Top Coat polish actually appears milky white in the bottle. The milkiness disappears upon drying to form a clear coat. Sometimes minor settling occurs in some colors, and you may notice a light ring of color at the top of the bottle, or some sparkle floating to the bottom. We have shaker beads inside, so a light shake of the polish easily re-disperses the pigment.
 

Nail preparation
Solvent-based polishes can strip healthy nails of naturally produced oils. Since our polish does not contain these solvents, the oils remain on the nail. Wash and dry hands thoroughly before applying polish. 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.

Dry time
Dries to a tack-free state nearly as fast as regular polish. Two thin coats will dry faster than one thick. Cold hands, low temperatures and high humidity can prolong drying time. Water resistant in about 15 minutes. Able to withstand other chemicals (shampooing, doing dishes) after about an hour. For best results, polish nails at the end of the day so they have overnight to cure properly.

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.

Scratch resistance
Unlike solvent-based polishes which reach their maximum hardness in about 40 minutes, WaterColors Nail Enamel must be given time to create a tough film. About 75% of the hardness is achieved very quickly, but it needs 4-6 hours to achieve maximum hardness. The more time you give it to cure properly, the longer it will wear. You may choose to apply it at night when the day's activities are done. However, because the film is quite thin, worn areas at the tips or scratches can be easily touched up to create a freshly-applied appearance.

Ease of removal
The film that is formed by the water-based system becomes more difficult to dissolve as time passes. For this reason, we recommend you remove the polish at or before one week of wear the first time you use our polish. Apply Odorless Polish Remover to the cotton ball or Honeybee Gardens felt pad. Hold the wetted pad on the nail for a few seconds, and then proceed to rub the polish off while applying gentle pressure. Do not scrape at the nail. It may take a few swipes longer than you're used to, but the product will come off. People with dry, ridgy or porous nails may need to work at it a bit longer. Acetone-based removers will not work because this is not a solvent-based system. Wash hands with soap and water thoroughly after removal. If you have naturally dry skin, you may also want to use a moisturizer.

Tips and 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.

1) 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.

2) 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.

3) 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 a clear top coat can extend the wear of polish. We also recommend a base clear coat under our darker colors such as Vintage Merlot, Risque and Desire.

4) Removal
The film that is formed by the water-based system becomes more difficult to dissolve as time passes. For this reason, we recommend you remove the polish at or before one week of wear the first time you use our polish. Apply Honeybee Gardens Odorless Remover to a cotton ball or remover pad. Hold the wetted cotton ball on the nail for a few seconds, and then proceed to rub the polish off while applying gentle pressure. Do not scrape at the nail. It may take a few swipes longer than you're used to, but the product will come off. People with dry, ridgy or porous nails may need to work at it a bit longer. Acetone-based removers will not work because this is not a solvent-based system. Wash hands with soap and water thoroughly after removal. If you have naturally dry skin, you may also want to use a moisturizer.

Additional Tips on Using this Product:

• Start with clean DRY nails; apply one or two coats and let dry completely. May take a bit longer than conventional nail polish. Sets in about 5 minutes.

• Don't leave on for more than a week or it may be harder to remove due to water evaporation. For some, one coat is well enough. I've had customers say that they prefer to use the nail polish remover because it's hard to remove even before a week. Some have used alcohol and even everclear with success.  Everclear is most likely better than alcohol to be honest. That is what customers have said.

• Some customers have told us they apply the nail enamel at night before going to bed, so it has the whole evening to really set up properly and last longer.

• It may be a good idea to apply a clear coat before applying the really dark reds. Because they use only rich natural pigments, some color could be left behind on the nail, creating a slight pinkish hue. Simply wash with soap and water, and the hue will fade in a few hours. But a clear coat may help to avoid this all together. However, if it makes it hard to take off in the end, then maybe trying it without would be better.

• Touch ups are easy with WaterColors. Because of the water-based formula, touch-ups blend right in without leaving that additional coat line.

• A top coat of clear may make the polish last longer for some. Our customers say that it lasts so well however, that it can be more difficult to get off at times. So not everyone needs a top coat.

• Now use loose mineral powders to create your own special shade! See Honeybee Gardens new Loose Mineral Shades on our Eye shadow page!

CONTAINS:

• water

• water-miscible acrylic - a high quality acrylic acid that blends with water to form a film

• polyurethane formers and thickeners - soy-based film formers NOTE: Polyurethanes are formed by reacting a polyol (an alcohol with more than two reactive hydroxyl groups per molecule) with a diisocyanate in the presence of suitable catalysts and additives.  Because a variety of diisocyanates and a wide range of polyols can be used to produce polyurethane, a broad spectrum of materials can be produced to meet the needs of specific applications. And there are over 90 different kinds of polyurethanes.  Some diisocyanates are toxic, like toluene. But others are organic and plant derived. Ours are soy-derived.

• non-ionic soaps - coconut-based surfactants that do not have an electric charge; they are used to suspend the colorants in the formulation

• May contain: ultramarine blue, carmine, mica, iron oxides, titanium dioxide or chromium hydroxide.
  
  NOTE: The Romance, Valentine and Hippie Chick contain titanium dioxide. The polishes that contain Carmine are: Camelot, Cherokee, Romance, Risque, Desire, Vintage Merlot

See Colors Below & Choose BUY ME to Select

 

	NAIL POLISH Nail Polish Swatch A color swatch of each shade.  Actual product that you can see dried to assist you in making your decision. $2.00
	Clear Watercolors Nail Enamel This shade is transparent. Color additives mentioned above would not be needed. Sensitive customers would probably want to start with this one.  This is shiny.  Mix Honeybee Gardens Loose Color Minerals into this product to design your own special shade - or take sparkles or some other fun decal! $6.99

Fairy Dust Watercolors Nail Enamel This is a light frosty pink. It's beautiful. It's a summer time, anytime pink that has a lot of shimmer. It matches the Honeybee lipstick shade. $6.99

Hippie Chick Watercolors Nail Enamel This is a funky matte lavender that matches our Honeybee Hippie Chick lipstick shade! $6.99

Valentine Watercolors Nail Enamel This matte medium soft true pink matches our Honeybee valentine lipstick shade! This is shiny. Sometimes people see a bit of raspberry once it's dry. $6.99

San Francisco Watercolors Nail Enamel This frosty shimmery peachy pink with a silver cast matches our Honeybee San Francisco lipstick shade! $6.99

Tuscany Watercolors Nail Enamel This frosty shimmering grape with silvery pink undertones, matches our Honeybee Tuscany lipstick shade! $6.99

Mocha Latte Watercolors Nail Enamel This is a creamy pale frosty brown with a silver cast that matches our Honeybee Mocha Latte lipstick shade! $6.99

Camelot Watercolors Nail Enamel This is a shimmery medium ruby red with slight brown/orange undertones. It matches our Honeybee camelot lipstick shade! Its not to shiny or frosty. $6.99

Cherokee Watercolors Nail Enamel This is a matte medium brown with mauve undertones; good neutral color matches our Honeybee Cherokee lipstick. $6.99

Goddess Watercolors Nail Enamel This has deep frosty plum silver with deep pink undertones. It is close to Romance in tone some say.  It matches our Honeybee Goddess lipstick. $6.99

Romance Watercolors Nail Enamel This matte medium red plum with very slight brown undertones is a good neutral color.  It does not match the Romance lipstick however. $6.99

Moulin Rouge Watercolors Nail Enamel This has a sultry sparkly ruby fuschia tone that matches our Honeybee lipstick shade! This is shiny. I think it has a rich pink/red tone.  It's quite nice for spring and summer. $6.99

Desire Watercolors Nail Enamel This intense matte brick red with a deep scarlet hue matches our Honeybee Desire lipstick. This is shiny. $6.99

Risque Watercolors Nail Enamel This shade is very deep plum berry red; matte. It matches Honeybees Risque lipstick shade. $6.99

	Vintage Merlot Watercolors Nail Enamel This color is a dark plum with black undertones.  It would look great with darker skin tones.  Honeybee has a lipstick shade to match. $6.99
	Shiny Penny Watercolors Nail Enamel This color is that of a brand new penny; sparkly copper. It matches its counterpart, Honeybee lipstick shade, shiny penny. $6.99
	Whisper Watercolors Nail Enamel A sheer matte pink color. $6.99
	Serenity Watercolors Nail Enamel A sheer matte nude color. $6.99
	Destiny Watercolors Nail Enamel A pink peachy mocha shade. $6.99
	Manhattan Watercolors Nail Enamel A classic red with real gold fleck. $6.99
	Nude Beach Watercolors Nail Enamel An opaque light flesh tone for that barely there nail color.  If you have light skin tones, it will look much like your skin. Neutral. $6.99