Introduction
Nail polish remover is an organic solvent used to remove nail polish from the nails. Painting your nails is very fashionable and easy to do. I chose nail polish remover because it is almost part of my everyday life. I paint my nails and change the color constantly. But what girl doesn’t?
Composition of ...
Main Chemicals, Compounds, Components
How do you remove nail polish from your nails?
Chemistry's Role
Acetone is one of the main components in nail polish remover. The formula is C3H6O. Acetone is made up of carbon, hydrogen, and oxygen combined. It is a chemical that is found naturally in the environment and is produced in factories all over. However some acetone is man-made. They release acetone in the air and it is used to make plastics, fibers, camera film, and much more.
Petroleum-derived components is the next ingredient. Petroleum is the basic ingredient in many cosmetics todays as well as mineral oil. Petroleum is produced in oil making factories. It is made up of a refined oil. It is a fossil fuel and is made naturally from dead plants and animals.
Background Research
Nail polish remover is made up of acetone which is very powerful and effective when taking off nail polish. It can be harmful to our skin and cause our nails to become brittle from the chemicals. You can make nail polish remover in your home by using a liquid paint thinner bought from any store since you cannot make acetone in your own home. Nail polish remover works by moisturizing the dried nail polish and returns it to its liquid state.
Resources
Composition
http://www.kinnelonconserves.net/Nail-Polish-Remover.html
http://www.google.com/patents/US5346652
http://answers.yahoo.com/question/index?qid=20061102091710AA2y6i
Main Ingredients
http://www.kinnelonconserves.net/Nail-Polish-Remover.html
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Petroleum_product
Background Research
http://www.ask.com/question/what-is-nail-polish-remover-made-of
About the Author
Kayla Collett is junior at Billings Senior High School. She enjoys being out and about and loves the outdoors whether she is camping or simply just being outside. Kayla currently is not involved in sports this year but is trying to get back in track for her senior year.