M Nail Spa offers organic and herbal spa products that are 100% naturally derived, with no Phthalates or GMOs. They prioritize cleanliness, safety, and hygiene by sterilizing and sanitizing all instruments on every service and treatment, and using disposable pedicure liners to prevent the spread of bacteria, fungus, and infectious diseases.
In terms of nail polish brands, OPI and Essie are considered "3-free" (free of toluene, formaldehyde, and DPB) but they also have several ingredients that are not ideal. For example, OPI contains camphor, which can cause nausea and dizziness if inhaled, and Benzophenone 1, which may negatively affect the endocrine system. Revlon has a score of 3 and 6 on the EWG Skin Deep Cosmetic database, which is in the moderately hazardous category, and contains ingredients like aluminum powder.
The New York State Department of Health reviewed the types of chemical ingredients found in nail salon products and found that while products within a single category (such as nail polishes or artificial nails) can share some common constituents, the list of ingredients can vary between products and can potentially be influenced by individual product characteristics such as polish color, texture, drying time, or other product features.
A study on the safety and efficacy of nail products found that nail polish, nail polish removers, and artificial nails have shown to have some adverse effects through case reports and studies. For example, nail primers can be corrosive to mucus membranes and cause dermal burns, while nail hardeners can cause allergic contact dermatitis.
Overall, it is important to be aware of the ingredients in nail products and choose brands that prioritize safety and hygiene.
