withSimplicity 15-Free Vegan Nail Polish
withSimplicity is a cleaner conventional nail polish option for people who want a classic lacquer look and wear time, while still avoiding a long list of commonly flagged polish ingredients. This is not a water-based “lowest exposure” polish, but it is a more intentional choice within the traditional lacquer category because the brand is clear about what it leaves out.
Ingredients (Example Shade)
Ingredients can vary by shade. A representative ingredient list for a shade in this line includes: butyl acetate, ethyl acetate, nitrocellulose, adipic acid/neopentyl glycol/trimellitic anhydride copolymer, acetyl tributyl citrate, isopropyl alcohol, acrylates copolymer, stearalkonium bentonite, n-butyl alcohol, silica, alumina, trimethylpentanediyl dibenzoate, polyvinyl butyral, and benzophenone-1. Shades may also include pigments such as iron oxides, titanium dioxide, mica, and lakes, depending on the color.
What This Brand Avoids and Why That Matters
withSimplicity states this polish is formulated without 15 commonly flagged nail polish ingredients: formaldehyde, formaldehyde resin, DBP (dibutyl phthalate), toluene, camphor, ethyl tosylamide, xylene, TPHP (triphenyl phosphate), parabens, bismuth compounds, MIT, MEHQ, gluten, fragrance, and animal derivatives.
Why that matters in low-tox terms:
This is a solid “cleaner conventional” approach. It removes many of the ingredients people often avoid due to concerns about strong solvent exposure, sensitization potential, and older industry avoid lists, while maintaining the performance and finish of a traditional lacquer.
Certifications
Vegan (brand-stated)
Cruelty-free (brand-stated)
What I Like (Example Shade)
I like this line as a bridge option for people who don’t want a water-based polish, but still want a more mindful formula than old-school lacquer.
The finish looks like a classic manicure. You still get that smooth, glossy look and strong color payoff, which is usually what people miss when they switch to lower-exposure options.
Things to Keep in Mind
This is a solvent-based nail polish, so ventilation is recommended during application.
This formula may include benzophenone-1, a UV stabilizer that helps protect color from fading or yellowing. It’s not one of the 15 excluded ingredients, and it’s included for performance reasons.
Wear time varies based on prep and technique. Thin coats, full dry time between layers, and using a base and top coat can make a noticeable difference.