10 Best Non-Toxic Nail Polishes for a Healthy Mani

Zoya has been a pioneer for nontoxic nail lacquers, starting with a 3-free formula, followed by a 5-free formula. Now it's officially 10-free. Looking for a super specific shade? There's a good chance Zoya has it with over 550 colors to choose from. Beauty editors and reviewers alike gush over the brand and it's incredible color options. "Zoya has been my go-to polish for years; I love the wide shade range and long-lasting formula," says Beauty Assistant Catharine Malzahn. "I’ve even had pedicures using Zoya that have stayed chip-free for up to three weeks. As an added bonus, I barely need a second coat of this polish."

Founded by iconic nail artist Jin Soon Choi, these nail lacquers are pro-approved. She believes "nail polish should be as healthful and eco-friendly yet enduring as possible." And she has brought that to life with her chip-proof, fast-drying, vegan-friendly and 10-free formula. Beauty Director April Franzino is a big fan and "loves that this line includes of-the-moment trending nail polish colors with vibrant, saturated finishes and fun effects like chunky glitter you don’t see often from other brands.

You get all the long lasting shine without a long list of harsh ingredients. "Not only is this polish 10-free, it's the glossiest, longest-lasting formula I've ever tried," says GHI Deputy Editor Jessica Teich. "DIY manis go on streak-free, dry quickly, last up to two weeks and have a gel-like sheen that always get tons of compliments." Reviewers on Côte's website agree and rave that the polish "goes on smoothly, evenly and with minimal coats; and lasts a long time."

Pacifica's polish is void of sixteen toxins, long-lasting and is 100-percent vegan. Its flat brush is super easy to use and gives great coverage in just a couple swipes. "The vegan, plant based formula is free of toxic additives, but still glides onto nails easily, without clumping, bubbles or streaking," says one Ulta reviewer. "The polish lasted almost a week without needing a touch up."

• Made without: formaldehyde, toluene, DBP, formaldehyde resin, camphor, ethyl tosylamide, xylene, parabens, acetone, TPHP, animal, bisphenol A (BPA), sulfates, e-series glycol ethers, benzophenone 1, 2, nonylphenol ethoxylate
• Number of shades: 26

Orosa's nail lacquer bottles up all the good things: a quick-dry formula, week-long wear and fresh color. The vegan and cruelty-free formula is made without 14 controversial ingredients. "This polish went on so easily and dried so quick," shares one reviewer from Orosa's site.

Founded by a podiatric surgeon, Aila has a strong focus on maintaining the health of your nails. The vegan, cruelty-free and gluten-free lacquers come in a rainbow of vibrant shades as well as neutrals. "It is very long lasting," says one reviewer on Aila's website (of this shade). "Usually with light colored nail polishes I have to apply many coats to my nails, but not with Aila’s nail polish—it's a very vibrant color!"

Besides being vegan and cruelty-free, Sundays' 10-free polish makes your DIY manicure a breeze thanks to it's easy-to-use brush for a fuss-free application. "I love that the nail polish glides on easily and you only need two coats," shares one Sundays reviewer. "I found it to dry quickly and didn't chip as easily."

Available in a variety of colors and finishes, Smith & Cult's chip-resistant formula goes on super shiny. For an opaque finish, apply two coats. All are vegan, cruelty-free and filled with their 8-free formula. "It is absolutely worth the money," shares one reviewer on Smith & Cult's website. "It lasted longer than any other polish I've used. I'm rough on my nails but this lasted 10 days before I had my first chip."

These chic bottles house a polish that eliminates the bad (acetone, parabens and eight controversial ingredients), and replaces it with some good (essential oils, vitamin E and aloe) to keep nails healthy and strong. Fun fact: Each shade of tenoverten nail lacquer is named after the streets of New York, home to the two founders of the brand. "I managed to get a professional look at home with this polish," shares one Target reviewer, while another says "This is the only nail polish that stays on my nails for a really long time."

The bottle says it all: "natural as mud." This kid-friendly polish is hypoallergenic, water-based and cruelty-free. Sensitive to the smell of nail lacquers? This formula claims to be "virtually odorless," so you can breathe easy when it comes time to touch up your (or your kiddos') tips. "I was looking for a safe nail polish for my daughter and this is exactly what I wanted," says one Target reviewer. "No smell and no chemicals!"