Sally Hansen Color Therapy Nail Polish Raisin the Bar 196 — Chestnut Brown, Biotin & Argan Oil, Opaque High-Shine

Sally Hansen Color Therapy Nail Polish in 196 Raisin the Bar is a chestnut-brown, opaque lacquer that combines rich color with biotin and argan oil to help strengthen and nourish nails while delivering a salon-quality shine.

Bring a neutral, sophisticated shade to your manicure routine with Sally Hansen's Color Therapy line. This formula blends pigment with conditioning ingredients—biotin and argan oil—designed to improve the look and resilience of nails as you wear color. The one-step color payoff and glossy finish make it easy to achieve a polished look at home without sacrificing nail care.

What makes Raisin the Bar different from other brown polishes?

Raisin the Bar is a chestnut brown that balances warm and cool undertones for a versatile, wearable shade. It’s formulated to be opaque in two coats and provides a high-shine finish that reads well in both natural and artificial light.

• Deep chestnut brown pigment for full coverage
• Opaque finish typically achieved in two coats
• High-shine salon-style gloss without an extra top coat
• Suitable for professional and everyday looks

How does this polish care for nails while providing color?

Color Therapy combines color with nail-care ingredients; biotin supports nail strength while argan oil helps condition and smooth the nail surface. Wearing the polish regularly as part of a balanced routine can reduce the appearance of brittleness and create a healthier-looking nail plate.

• Biotin-enriched formula that helps support nail strength
• Argan oil to moisturize and add surface shine
• Designed to reduce visible brittleness over time
• Pairs with Color Therapy top coats for added protection

How do I get the best application and longest wear?

For even, long-lasting results, start with clean, dry nails and apply two thin coats of Raisin the Bar. Finish with a compatible top coat—Color Therapy offers Strengthener and High Gloss options—to enhance durability and shine.

• Prep: remove old polish, push back cuticles, and buff lightly
• Apply: two thin coats for full opacity and uniform color
• Seal: use a Color Therapy top coat for added longevity
• Drying: allow adequate drying time between coats to avoid smudging

Will this shade suit my skin tone and style?

Raisin the Bar is a mid-to-deep chestnut that pairs well with a wide range of skin tones, from fair to deep. Its neutral warmth makes it a versatile choice for professional settings, casual outings, and seasonal looks—especially autumn and winter palettes.

• Neutral chestnut complements warm and cool undertones
• Works for both subtle, everyday manicures and statement nails
• Coordinates with earth-toned wardrobes and metallic accents
• Can be layered or paired with nail art for varied effects

Who is this for: Sally Hansen Color Therapy in 196 Raisin the Bar is suited for anyone who wants a dependable, salon-quality brown polish that also supports nail care. It’s ideal for users seeking an opaque, easy-to-apply shade that blends color payoff with conditioning ingredients—perfect for busy people who want polished nails and gentle strengthening benefits without extra steps.

Ingredients

BUTYL ACETATE, ETHYL ACETATE, NITROCELLULOSE, ACETYL TRIBUTYL CITRATE, TOSYLAMIDE/EPOXY RESIN, ISOPROPYL ALCOHOL, SYNTHETIC FLUORPHLOGOPITE, SILICA, STYRENE/ACRYLATES COPOLYMER, STEARALKONIUM BENTONITE, TRIPHENYL PHOSPHATE, ADIPIC ACID/NEOPENTYL GLYCOL/TRIMELLITIC ANHYDRIDE COPOLYMER, ISOSORBIDE DICAPRYLATE/CAPRATE, RICINUS COMMUNIS (CASTOR) SEED OIL, MAGNESIUM SILICATE, CALCIUM SODIUM BOROSILICATE, ETOCRYLENE, DIACETONE ALCOHOL, TIN OXIDE, HEXANAL, KAOLIN, AQUA/ WATER/EAU, PHOSPHORIC ACID, ARGANIA SPINOSA KERNEL OIL, OENOTHERA BIENNIS (EVENING PRIMROSE) OIL, EUTERPE OLERACEA FRUIT OIL, n-BUTYL ALCOHOL, HELIANTHUS ANNUUS (SUNFLOWER) SEED OIL, CARTHAMUS TINCTORIUS (SAFFLOWER) SEED OIL, BUTYLENEGLYCOL, MACROCYSTIS PYRIFERA (KELP) EXTRACT, HYDROLYZED CONCHIOLIN PROTEIN, TOCOPHEROL, METHYLPARABEN, [May Contain/Peut Contenir/ +/-:MICA,TITANIUM DIOXIDE (CI 77891),ULTRAMARINES (CI 77007), D&C RED NO. 6 BARIUM LAKE (CI 15850), MANGANESE VIOLET (CI 77742), ALUMINUM POWDER (CI 77000), D&C RED NO. 7 CALCIUM LAKE (CI 15850), FD&C YELLOW NO. 5 ALUMINUM LAKE (CI 19140), IRON OXIDES (CI 77491, CI 77492, CI 77499), D&C RED NO. 34 CALCIUM LAKE (CI 15880), FERRIC AMMONIUM FERROCYANIDE (CI 77510), FD&C BLUE NO. 1 ALUMINUM LAKE (CI 42090), D&C VIOLET NO. 2 (CI 60725), D&C BLACK NO. 2 [nano] (CI 77266), D&C RED NO. 36 (CI 12085), D&C YELLOW NO. 11 (CI 47000)].