Comparing E904 - Shellac vs E905A - mineral oil
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What is shellac nails?
In beauty, “shellac nails” are a UV-cured hybrid gel-polish service (e.g., CND Shellac); despite the name, it does not use the food additive shellac (E904) resin used as a glaze.
How to remove shellac nail polish?
Soak the nails in acetone for about 10–15 minutes (using cotton and foil or remover wraps), then gently push off the softened coating—do not peel to avoid nail damage.
Is shellac the same as gel?
Not exactly—Shellac is a specific brand of gel-polish hybrid, while “gel” can refer broadly to many soak-off UV/LED gel systems; they cure similarly and have comparable wear.
What is a shellac manicure?
A manicure using a UV/LED-cured gel-polish system branded “Shellac” for long-lasting color; it’s unrelated to the food glazing agent shellac (E904).
What are shellac nails?
They are nails coated with a UV-cured gel-polish branded “Shellac” for chip-resistant wear, not coated with the food additive shellac (E904) used in food glazes.
What is mineral oil used for?
E905a mineral oil serves as a glazing and release agent in foods, keeps processing equipment lubricated, and appears in personal-care, pharmaceutical, and industrial products as a moisture-sealing or friction-reducing ingredient.
Is mineral oil safe for skin?
Refined cosmetic- or pharmaceutical-grade mineral oil is considered non-comedogenic and generally safe for most skin types, acting as an occlusive to reduce transepidermal water loss, though sensitive users can experience clogged pores or folliculitis.
Is mineral oil edible?
Food-grade mineral oil is approved for limited ingestion—such as functioning as a laxative or as the glazing agent E905a—provided intake stays within regulatory limits; industrial grades without purification are not safe to consume.
Is mineral oil a laxative?
Yes—oral and enema forms of mineral oil act as lubricant laxatives that soften stool and ease passage, though they are typically recommended only for short-term relief because long-term use can interfere with nutrient absorption and bowel function.