nail polish remover

Acetone-based solvent

Nail polish remover is a solvent used to dissolve and wipe away nail polish.

Most formulations contain acetone or acetate compounds.

The liquid is applied to a cotton ball or pad and rubbed over painted nails: I need some nail polish remover—this color is chipping.

application

cotton ball

Fluffy absorbent fiber sphere

saturate · rub · swipe · press · hold · lint-free · dispenser · pump bottle · squeeze bottle · travel size

acetone

solvent

Dissolving liquid or financially stable

flammable · isopropyl alcohol · chemical · organic compound · ketone · fumes · pungent · harsh · fast-acting · industrial strength

polish

lacquer

Glossy protective coating

matte · glitter · shimmer · pigment · color · chips · smudges · residue · streak-free · fresh start

manicure

base coat

Initial layer beneath finish

cuticle pusher · nail art · UV lamp · dip powder · shellac · nail wraps · nail salon

nailcare

cuticle oil

Moisturizer for nail edges

gentle formula · vitamin E · aloe vera · hydration · strengthening · sensitive skin · keratin · soothing · enriched · aftercare

Categories
Opposites
application vs removal

nail polish removernail polish

Cosmetic finger coating

nail lacquer · nail varnish · nail enamel · gel polish · shellac

stripping vs protecting

nail polish removernail hardener

Product fortifying fingertips

nail strengthener · cuticle oil

Family

polish, nails, nailed, nailing, manicure, remover, nailer, nailers, unnailed

Familiarity
Top 100,000
Profile
Known to kids · Used worldwide · Timeless · Concrete · Everyday, not technical · Rated G