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Clédevie — 21 free excluded ingredients

Controversial ingredients absent from all Clédevie formulas

  • Toluene — solvent linked to neurological damage

  • Formaldehyde — known carcinogen, nail hardener

  • Formaldehyde Resin (Tosylamide/Formaldehyde Resin) — allergen, skin sensitiser

  • Dibutyl Phthalate (DBP) — endocrine disruptor

  • Camphor — toxic in high doses, causes nausea and seizures

  • Xylene — solvent, harmful to the nervous system

  • Ethyl Tosylamide — antibiotic resistance concerns, banned in EU

  • Parabens — endocrine disruptors, preservatives

  • SLS / SLES (Sodium Lauryl/Laureth Sulfate) — irritant, skin barrier disruptor

  • Triphenyl Phosphate (TPHP) — endocrine disruptor, plasticiser

  • MIT / CMIT (Methylisothiazolinone / Chloromethylisothiazolinone) — strong allergen, preservative

  • BHA / BHT (Butylated Hydroxyanisole / Hydroxytoluene) — suspected endocrine disruptors

  • Styrene — potential carcinogen, solvent

  • Hydroquinone — skin bleaching agent, cytotoxic

  • Coal Tar Dyes — carcinogenic pigment sources

  • Synthetic Musks (Nitro Musks) — bioaccumulative, hormone disruptors

  • Polyacrylamide (Acrylamide) — potential carcinogen

  • Bisphenol A (BPA) — endocrine disruptor in plasticisers

  • Silicones (Cyclic: D4, D5, D6) — bioaccumulative, environmental pollutant

  • Animal-Derived Ingredients (non-vegan actives) — e.g. carmine, guanine from fish scales

  • Nano particles (uncoated) — penetrate skin barrier, uncontrolled cellular absorption

What ingredients do you use?

We use plant-based oils, natural pigments, and no harmful chemicals in any formula.

Are your polishes safe for sensitive skin?

Our formulas are gentle and free from common irritants like toluene and formaldehyde.

How do I find full ingredient lists?

Each product page includes a detailed ingredient list for your peace of mind.

Are your polishes cruelty-free?

Absolutely, we never test on animals and ensure all suppliers do the same.

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