Traditional Polish vs. NailKind: What’s the Real Difference?

June 20, 2025

There’s something quietly uplifting about freshly painted nails. A new shade can enhance your look, reflect your mood, and offer a moment of calm in an otherwise busy day. Nail colour has long been a simple yet powerful form of self-expression and care.

In recent years, many of us have become more mindful of the ingredients in our beauty routines — not just what works on the surface, but what aligns with our values and overall wellbeing. Nail polish, naturally, is part of that shift.

Traditional Nail Polishes: The Formulas Behind the Colour

For decades, conventional nail polishes have delivered reliable results — vibrant colour, a smooth finish, and impressive durability. Their formulas have been carefully developed to meet the needs of beauty lovers around the world.

Some of these formulations, however, rely on certain synthetic ingredients — such as toluene, formaldehyde, and DBP — which are now being more closely examined by those seeking gentler options. These ingredients, while effective, may not suit everyone, particularly those with sensitivities or specific lifestyle preferences.

Additionally, not all polishes are formulated with vegan or cruelty-free principles in mind — a growing consideration for today’s more conscious consumer.

The result? For some, nails can start to feel like they need time to recover between manicures — a gentle reminder that what we put on our nails matters, too. That’s where a kinder alternative can make all the difference.

So, What Makes NailKind So… Kind?

We created NailKind because we knew nail polish could do better — for you, for your nails, and for the planet. And the truth is, it doesn’t take harsh ingredients to create beautiful, long-lasting colour. It just takes a little more care.

Here’s what makes our polish feel different from the moment you brush it on:

It’s Up to 85% Plant-Based

Made from natural-origin ingredients like corn, sugar cane, and wheat — not petroleum-based chemicals. It’s colour that comes from nature, not a lab.

It’s Halal-Certified

Yes, really! Our polish is Halal-certified, which means it’s formulated to allow water and air to pass through, supporting healthier, stronger nails while aligning with faith-based lifestyle choices.

It’s 100% Vegan & Cruelty-Free

We never test on animals and never use animal-derived ingredients. Just feel-good formulas through and through.

It’s Still Seriously Gorgeous

Long-lasting, chip-resistant, and packed with pigment — because being kind doesn’t mean sacrificing performance.

Your Nails Deserve a Little Kindness

If you’ve ever looked down at your chipped polish or dry nail beds and thought, "there must be a better way" — you’re right. There is.

NailKind is here to give your nails all the love, colour, and care they deserve — no harsh stuff, no compromise, just clean beauty that feels good to use. Because when your products align with your values and make you feel amazing? That’s the kind of beauty we all deserve.