We are proudly 21-free which means we avoid the following list of harmful ingredients found in a traditional nail polish formula:

Animal derivatives, Toluene, Benzene, Xylene, Formaldehyde releaser, Formaldehyde resin, Phthalates, Cyclic Silicones, Camphor, Methyl ethyl ketone (MEK), Glycol ethers of series E, Hydroquinone (HQ), 4-Methoxyphenol (MEHQ), Triphenyl Phosphate (TPP), Nonylphenol ethoxylated, Tert-Butyl Hydroperoxyde, Chromium Oxide Greens, Bismuth Oxychloride, Carcinogenic mutagenic reprotoxic (CMR), Synthetic fragrances, Ethyl tosylamide

We are transitioning away from using the ingredient Benzophenone-1. Read more about this transition here.

We are committed to using the best formula we know so that you get long lasting wear, smooth application, and a self-care moment you can feel good about.

Our base formula includes these Ingredients

Butyl Acetate - Solvent
Environmental Working Group Rating: 1 

Ethyl Acetate -Solvent
Environmental Working Group Rating: 1

Nitrocellulose -Film former - partially derived from cotton
Environmental Working Group Rating: 1 

Adipic Acid/Neopentyl Glycol/ Trimellitic Anhydride Copolymer
A copolymer of three ingredients used as a plasticizer.
Environmental Working Group Rating: 1

Isopropyl Alcohol - Solvent
Environmental Working Group Rating: 2 

Stearalkonium Bentonite
Suspending agent -  derived from clay
Environmental Working Group Rating: 2 

Ingredients that make up less than 2% of formulas by weight

Acrylates Copolymer - Film former
Environmental Working Group Rating: 2

Silica - Opacifying agent
Environmental Working Group Rating: 1-3 (determined safe for use in cosmetics that are not inhalable like sprays or powders)

Etocrylene - UV Absorber
Environmental Working Group Rating: 1 

Trimethylpentanediyl Dibenzoate - Plasticizer
Environmental Working Group Rating: 1

1. Start with clean, dry nails
2. Use nail polish remover to clean each nail to remove any lingering oils or product
3. Apply one coat of our Nourishing Base Coat to nourish your nail beds and provide a smooth painting surface
4. Apply 1 thin coat of your favorite color to all 10 nails
5. Apply a second thin coat of your favorite color to all 10 nails. If your coats are thin you won't need to wait between coats for your nails to dry- they'll be ready to go!
6. Apply one coat of our Quick Dry Top Coat on all 10 nails. You can apply this while your polish is still tacky and QDTC helps speed up your dry time!

All our colors are made in small batches right here in the US. Once a color sells out, it is retired.

We bring back a few retired colors with each launch but if you see one you love just know it won't be here forever.

Fun fact- there are no requirements for what 21-free means so good on you for digging a little deeper. Transparency is one of our core values and you can read more about our ingredients here. 

Non-toxic shouldn't mean "not good".

Every time you paint with Olive Ave Polish you get:

• Easy apply fan brush that is perfectly shaped to hug your nail line for less clean-up
• Dreamy formula that is smooth and opaque not patchy, streaky, or fussy
• Plump, shiny finish that stays that way for days
• Non-toxic ingredients in our formula that avoids 21 harmful ingredients found in a traditional formula

Shipping Pricing

1 bottle = $8.95 shipping

2+ bottles = $7.95 discounted shipping

6+ bottles = free shipping

Returns + Exchanges

As a cosmetic nail polish isn't the sort of thing you can try and return. That said, if there are any issues with your order or delivery just get in touch to let us know about your issue and we'll get on it asap. 

Every order is packed with love

We pack all of your orders here in Malden, Massachusetts and it takes 3 to 5 business days to prep your nail mail for you before it is handed off to our mail carrier.