Author Archives: Trisha Martill

An assortment of nail polish has been used for as long as eyeliner and perfume have. Chinese royalty used a mix of organic materials that included egg whites, flower petals, such as orchids and roses, and beeswax. Ancient Egyptians used henna to mark their nails reddish-brown. Specific shades signified various social statuses. Throughout the centuries, various ingredients have been used to make pastes, powders or creams that colored the nails when allowed to break through the surface. Continue reading →