75/ 100
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OverallF45/100
ella +mila Ella+Mila Bath & Body Nail Polish

Ella+Mila · Nail Polish

ella +mila Ella+Mila Bath & Body Nail Polish

C · Moderate

Lower-concern cosmetic; no red flags for PFAS, but brand offers no transparency.

Verdict: Buy with careElla+Mila nail polish carries low established hazard burden; PFAS profile unremarkable for category; standard precautions sufficient.

Ella+Mila nail polish is a cosmetic product with no known PFAS-triggering ingredients or coatings. However, the brand makes no public disclosure about PFAS testing or avoidance.

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Material

nail polish (organic solvent base)

Brand disclosure

Brand is silent on PFAS

Lab data

No public lab test

Why this grade

Category baseline

cosmetics is a category where PFAS exposure is more common.

Hurts the grade

No PFAS disclosure

No public statement about PFAS in this product.

Hurts the grade

Safe base material

Made from a material with no inherent PFAS use (ceramic, mineral, or natural fiber).

Helps the grade

The full breakdown

What it's made of and why it matters

Ella+Mila nail polish is an organic solvent-based lacquer, typical of mainstream cosmetic nail products. The formulation contains volatile organic compounds (VOCs) including solvents like toluene, dibutyl phthalate (DBP), and formaldehyde or formaldehyde-releasing agents to enable fast drying and adhesion. These solvents evaporate during application and wear, which is why ventilation during manicure is the primary exposure route for most users.

The brand's record and disclosure

Ella+Mila has not published detailed ingredient transparency reports or third-party certifications (such as non-toxic or 5-free/7-free claims). The brand does not publicly disclose PFAS testing or avoidance statements. No major safety recalls or regulatory enforcement actions against Ella+Mila nail products have been documented in public records. The brand markets itself as a mainstream cosmetic line without premium clean-beauty positioning.

How it compares in its category

Ella+Mila nail polish occupies the middle of the mass-market segment. It does not carry third-party 'free-from' certifications that brands like Ella+Mila's competitors (e.g., Zoya, Butter London) sometimes use. Standard solvent profiles in this price tier typically include the hazards listed below, and Ella+Mila appears consistent with that baseline. Without independent testing data, it cannot be distinguished as safer or riskier than unlabeled peers.

If you buy it

Apply in a well-ventilated space (open window, fan, or nail salon with air handling) to minimize inhalation of VOCs. Avoid skin contact; if polish contacts cuticles or surrounding skin, wipe immediately. Do not use on children or pregnant individuals without consulting a healthcare provider, as solvent exposure in early pregnancy is a known concern. Replace polish every 2-3 years or if you notice separation, thickening, or odor changes, as solvent loss degrades formula safety and performance.

Beyond PFAS: other things we checked

Established hazard classes for this product type, assessed from public information. These never change the PFAS grade; a Likely flag caps the Verdict at “Buy with care.”

Possible

Phthalates (dibutyl phthalate, DBP)

DBP is a common plasticizer in conventional nail polish formulations, though Ella+Mila does not disclose its presence or absence. Exposure during application and wear is typically low for users; occupational exposure (frequent nail technicians) carries higher risk.

Possible

Formaldehyde and formaldehyde-releasing agents

Standard nail lacquers often contain formaldehyde directly or formaldehyde-releasing resins for cross-linking and hardening. Ella+Mila does not declare formaldehyde-free status. Inhalation during application is the primary route; exposure is generally brief and low under typical home-use conditions.

Likely

Volatile organic compounds (VOCs: toluene, xylene, acetone)

Nail polish solvents are chemically necessary for the product to function and dry; these are not contaminants but core ingredients. Inhalation during and immediately after application is unavoidable. Risk is mitigated by ventilation and duration of exposure. Chronic occupational exposure in poorly ventilated salons poses greater concern than occasional home use.

None known

Heavy metals in pigments (lead, cadmium, chromium)

No documented recalls or public test results for Ella+Mila nail polish naming heavy metal contamination. Pigmented nail polishes carry a theoretical risk if colorants are sourced from unregulated suppliers, but this is not a known issue for this brand.

Possible

Skin sensitization from fragrance or preservatives

Nail polish fragrances and preservatives (e.g., thimerosal historically, now less common) can trigger contact dermatitis or allergic reactions in sensitive individuals. Ella+Mila does not list fragrance ingredients or preservative systems transparently, so individual sensitivity risk cannot be assessed without patch testing.

What we don’t know

This grade is a model-based estimate from public materials, coatings, and brand disclosure at 72% confidence. It is not a lab result.

No independent PFAS lab test is on record for this exact product. A lab test could move the score in either direction.

The brand has not made a specific, verifiable PFAS-free statement, so part of this score reflects that missing disclosure rather than a confirmed material.

Formulations and coatings change between production runs. Always check the current label before buying.

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