Wednesday, March 07, 2007

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.

There are historic records of its use in ancient societies of China and Egypt, where colour signified social class. In China, it is done by mashing together the petals of impatiens flower and alum. Applying this mixture to nails for a few hours or overnight leaves a color ranging from pink to red. nailpolish is shinyOriginally made of natural pigments, modern nail polish is similar to car paint, and requires a polish remover such as acetone to remove. Modern nail polish was invented by Michelle Ménard in the early 1920s.Nail polish should be stored in a cool place, such as a refrigerator, as it will change consistency if left in a warm environment.

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