Dia da Manicure is a day dedicated to celebrating the work of manicurists and the importance of nail care. Nail care products can contain potentially harmful ingredients, so it is important to be aware of what is in them. Here are some details on nail care products, positive and negative aspects, and ingredients or materials:
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Ingredients: Nail products can contain potentially harmful ingredients, such as phthalates, which are used in nail polishes as plasticizers to reduce cracking by making the nails less brittle. Some nail polishes contain the "toxic trio" of toluene, formaldehyde, and DBP, which are known to be harmful to human health. Nitrocellulose is a film-forming resin that gives the dried polish a shiny texture, while the adhesive polymer adds flexibility, so the lacquer is less brittle.
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Positive aspects: There are non-toxic nail polish brands available that are free of harmful chemicals, such as Dazzle Dry, which is 10-free and hypoallergenic. Sophi is another brand that is free of all toxic chemicals and is vegan and cruelty-free.
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Negative aspects: Some nail primers contain MAA, which can be harmful if ingested, so child-resistant packaging is required for certain household products.
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Materials: Artificial nails are composed primarily of acrylic polymers, such as ethyl methacrylate monomer, with acrylic polymers, such as polymethylmethacrylate.
It is important to be aware of the ingredients in nail care products and to choose non-toxic options when possible to reduce exposure to harmful chemicals. Additionally, nail salon workers can be exposed to chemicals in these products, so it is important to take steps to protect their health.
