Nail products can contain potentially harmful ingredients, but are allowed on the market because they are safe when used as directed. It is important to use nail products safely, following labeled directions and paying attention to any warning statements. The following information answers common questions about some nail products and ingredients.
Positive Ingredients or Materials
- Vitamins and Minerals: Some nail products contain vitamins and minerals that are known to nourish the nail bed and promote healthy growth and resilience. For example, SNS dip powder system includes powder, bases, and sealers containing carefully selected ingredients that are known to nourish the nail bed and promote healthy growth and resilience. These include Vitamin A, Vitamin E, Calcium, and Zinc.
Negative Ingredients or Materials
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The "Toxic Trio": Formaldehyde, toluene, and dibutyl phthalate (DPB) are toxic chemicals commonly found in many nail products. These chemicals can cause difficulty breathing, allergic reactions, and irritated eyes, skin, and throat.
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Ethyl methacrylate (EMA): This is an artificial nail liquid that can cause asthma, irritated eyes, skin, nose, and mouth, and difficulty concentrating. Exposures while pregnant may affect the child.
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Di-n-butyl phthalate (DBP): This is a developmental and reproductive toxin that can be found in some nail products.
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Camphor: This ingredient can cause nausea and dizziness if inhaled.
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Benzophenone 1: This ingredient may negatively affect the endocrine system.
Reporting Adverse Nail Product Reactions
If you experience an adverse reaction to a nail product, you can report it to the FDAs MedWatch program. You can also contact the manufacturer of the product and report the reaction to them.
In conclusion, nail products can contain both positive and negative ingredients or materials. It is important to use nail products safely, following labeled directions and paying attention to any warning statements. If you experience an adverse reaction to a nail product, you can report it to the FDAs MedWatch program or contact the manufacturer of the product and report the reaction to them.
