As we wrote previously in our guide to the 11 Best Natural Nail Polish Brands, we love Ella + Mila’s non-toxic, cruelty-free nail polish. But now, we also love their super cutesy but still effective acetone-free nail polish remover. Acetone can cause your nails and cuticles to dry out, making them prone to breakage and yellowing. Non-acetone nail polish remover uses safer and less harsh ingredients in its base such as soy or essential oils that have nourishing properties. Additionally,acetone can easily dissolve gel nail polish formulas, whereas not all non-acetone removers are capable of it. Kure Bazaar nail polish remover is free from acetone and ethyl acetate. Instead, it’s made in France from solvents such as wheat, corn and cane sugar. Containing rose, rosehip oil and patchouli, its scent is also light years away from traditional stinky nail polish removers.

Karma Naturals Organic Nail Polish Remover Wipes are acetone-free, cruelty-free, vegan, and easy to use and dispose of. Like Ella + Mila’s non-toxic wipes, they are great for travel, only these ones are also organic and biodegradable (though they are twice the price as a result). Dear Sundays soy-based nail polish remover gently removes your polish while nourishing your nails with vitamins A, C, and E as well as natural grapefruit essential oils. There is nothing on the market that removes gel, acrylic, shellac, glitter, and dip powder nails faster, more completely and with less damage to the nails…. which is why it’s the salon industry standard for removing dip powder, as well as acrylic, shellac, and gel nails. As it is made without acetone, this remover won’t leave your skin and nails feeling dry. What’s more, it is vegan-friendly too. The good news is that there are now lots of eco-friendly alternatives available that avoid these harsh ingredients. Many also come in glass bottles, allowing you to ditch the plastic associated with your nail care routine. Benecos Eco-Friendly Nail Polish RemoverEnriched with lavender essential oil for a friendly, calming scent, this acetone-free nail polish remover is easily one of the most affordable brands on the market. They also make an unscented version for those who don’t like fragrance.

Though acetone works effectively to remove all the traces of your nail color in a single swipe, there might be some unpleasant consequences at times, too. For example, it causes your nails to become excessively dry and break off easily. It might also turn your shade yellowish. On the other hand, the acetone-free removers not only remove your nail color completely but are also beneficial for healthier nails. They will give your next nail polish a long-lasting stay and nourish your nails while removing the existing traces of your old nail polish. When it comes to acetone vs nail polish remover, there’s a lot of confusion out there. It doesn’t help when the terms ‘acetone’ and ‘nail polish remover’ are often used interchangeably, because they are not the same. This product is a little pricy for the volume that you get in each bottle, but a little of this remover goes a long way. For best results, use on clean, dry polish. Then, wash your hands afterward as normal.

As part of the clean beauty revolution many people are starting to wake up to the importance of using non-toxic nail polish— but what about natural nail polish remover? Arguably, you get more chemical exposure from the acetone in regular nail polish remover than you do from chemical nail polish. So, why not switch to a cruelty-free, acetone-free nail polish remover that’s better for you and the environment, as well?