Ten percent of February proceeds from Np2's Elemental (shown) and other red shades benefit the American Heart Association.

We love a bold, red nail color — especially when it benefits a worthy cause! In honor of American Heart Month, 10 percent of February proceeds from Np2 red shades go to the American Heart Association. Heart disease is the leading cause of death in the United States, and the association’s mission is to reduce coronary disease and stroke by 25 percent. Every Np2 chip-resistant nail lacquer ($22.50) includes a separate topcoat of nail hardening and nourishing treatment, and the two bottles snap together for easy storage.

Np2 shades that benefit the cause include sparkling red Elemental, wine-hued Electric Charge, cherry-colored Multiplied, red-orange Solar, garnet Infinity and cranberry Momentum. To select just the right shade, check out Np2’s Virtual Manicure, where you can choose polish based on your skin tone and nail shape and length, and get an idea of how it might look on your own hand.

We like when beauty products make us feel great on the outside and inside, knowing we’re helping a good cause with our purchase. Are you more likely to buy a product if it benefits something you believe in?

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