Nail polish

Nail polish is a cosmetic lacquer that is applied to the nails of both the fingers and toes, usually as ornamentation but also as protection. Most nail polishes are made of nitrocellulose dissolved in a solvent and either left clear or colored with various pigments.

Related Topics:
Lacquer - Nail - Finger - Toe - Nitrocellulose - Solvent - Pigments

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There are historic records of its use in ancient societies of China and Egypt, where colour signified social class. Originally made of natural pigments, modern nail polish is similar to car paint, and requires solvents such as acetone to remove.

Related Topics:
China - Egypt - Social class - Pigment - Solvents - Acetone

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Sometimes people paint their nails a color that will match their clothes. It is typically, but not exclusively, worn by women. Nail polish may be applied as one of several components in a manicure.

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