What Does 15-free Mean and Why It Matters

We live in a world surrounded by chemicals — from the air we breathe to the products we use every day. While not all are harmful, many personal care and beauty products still contain ingredients linked to health or environmental risks.

As consumers become more aware of what goes into their bodies and onto their skin, making thoughtful, informed choices has never been more important. Every decision — from the food we eat to the products we apply — can support a healthier body and a cleaner planet.

At Everyone’s Republic (EVRE), we believe small, conscious choices add up to meaningful change. That’s why we created nail polish that performs beautifully without the toxic trade-offs.

What Does “15-Free” Mean—and Why It Matters

The “free-from” standard began in Europe and has since become a hallmark of clean beauty brands worldwide. If you’ve seen terms like “3-Free”, you already know that clean beauty is evolving and that many nail polishes avoid the “Toxic Trio” of dibutyl phthalate, toluene and formaldehyde.

But EVRE’s 15-Free Nail Polish takes the next step — eliminating 15 of the most common chemicals found in traditional nail polish.

This means our polishes are safer for you, your nails, and the planet — without sacrificing the rich color, shine, or wear time you expect from a modern polish.

The 15 Chemicals EVRE Leaves Out—and Why

You shouldn’t have to choose between beauty and health. EVRE’s formulas reduce exposure to harmful ingredients, offering salon-quality performance without the risks. Here is exactly what you won’t find in EVRE nail polish — and why leaving these 15 chemicals out matters:

1.    Dibutyl Phthalate (DBP) – This chemical is used to make polish flexible; it is linked to endocrine disruption and reproductive harm.

2.    Formaldehyde – A preservative and hardener that is classified as a human carcinogen.

3.    Toluene – This solvent helps polish spread evenly, but can cause headaches and affect the nervous system.

4.    Formaldehyde Resin – An ingredient which creates a glossy film that can trigger allergic reactions.

5.    Camphor – An ingredient that adds shine, but can cause nausea when inhaled and nail discoloration when overused.

6.    Acetone – A harsh solvent that strips moisture and irritates skin.

7.    Bisphenol A (BPA) – This is a plastic component linked to hormonal disruption.

8.    Ethyl Tosylamide – A plasticizer which is banned in several countries due to toxicity concerns.

9.    Glycol Ether – This solvent can cause headaches, and as well as have reproductive and respiratory effects.

10.Nonylphenol Ethoxylate (NPE) – A surfactant linked to hormone disruption and environmental toxicity. 

11.Parabens – These preservatives are linked to endocrine disruption.

12.Styrene – A component that can cause respiratory irritation and has potential long-term health effects.

13.Sulfates – Harsh surfactants that can dry nails and irritate the surrounding skin.

14.Triphenyl Phosphate (TPHP) – A plasticizer associated with hormone disruption.

15.Xylene – This solvent is known to cause dizziness and headaches.

What Makes EVRE Different: It’s More Than What We Leave Out

We didn’t just remove harmful ingredients from our polishes— we replaced them with ingredients that nurture, protect, and perform.  

EVRE 15-Free Nail Polish is made for every body and every skin tone:

• Fortified with Vitamins B5 + E: To strengthen and nourish nails.
• 15-Free, Vegan, and Cruelty-Free: Formulas that are kind to you, animals, and the planet.
• Fresh, Modern, Inclusive Color: Rich pigment, gel-like shine, and chip resistance, all without UV lamps.
• Sustainable Packaging: Recyclable glass bottles, 100% post-consumer waste caps, and recyclable paperboard boxes.

The EVRE Philosophy: Clean, Conscious, and Confident

At Everyone’s Republic, we believe polish is personal — it’s the finishing touch that empowers you to look and feel confident, radiant, and true to yourself.

Our mission is simple: Natural, clean, nail color that lets you shine through.

When you choose EVRE, you’re choosing:

• Color that celebrates your skin tone.
• Ingredients that honor your health.
• Packaging that respects our planet.
• A brand built on transparency and sustainability.

Join the Clean Beauty Movement

The world is full of toxins we can’t always control — but we can control what we buy, what we use on our nails and skin, and how we show up for our own wellbeing - and the planet. 

EVRE was created for those who believe they shouldn’t have to choose between beauty, health, and sustainability.

EVRE invites you to make every polish a timeless, healthy, mindful choice — one that reflects your individual style and your values.