Nail products can contain potentially harmful ingredients that can cause adverse effects. Here is a summary of the information found in the search results regarding nail products, their ingredients, and their effects:
- Nail products such as nail polish, nail polish removers, and artificial nails have shown to have some adverse effects through case reports and studies.
- Nail products for both home and salon use are regulated by the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) under the Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act (FD&C Act) .
- The labels of all cosmetics, whether marketed to consumers or salons, must include a warning statement whenever necessary or appropriate to prevent a health hazard that may occur with use of the product.
- Some common nail product ingredients include nitrocellulose, toluene, formaldehyde, and phthalates.
- Exposure to chemicals in nail products can pose a real threat to nail technicians, causing respiratory, skin, and musculoskeletal issues.
- Some nail products are labeled as “3-free,” which means they do not contain formaldehyde, toluene, or dibutyl phthalate.
- Tosylamide formaldehyde resin is a common ingredient in nail enamels that can cause allergic reactions.
- Nail varnish used as a barrier against nickel allergy can also cause sensitization.
- Nail enamel removers and cuticle removers contain strong solvents such as acetone, alcohol, and ethyl acetate, which can cause irritant contact dermatitis.
- The EWG Skin Deep® Cosmetics Database can be used to evaluate the safety of nail products and their ingredients.
In summary, nail products can contain potentially harmful ingredients that can cause adverse effects, and it is important to use them safely by following labeled directions and paying attention to any warning statements. Nail products are regulated by the FDA, and their labels must include a warning statement whenever necessary or appropriate to prevent a health hazard. Some common nail product ingredients include nitrocellulose, toluene, formaldehyde, and phthalates. Exposure to chemicals in nail products can pose a real threat to nail technicians, causing respiratory, skin, and musculoskeletal issues. The EWG Skin Deep® Cosmetics Database can be used to evaluate the safety of nail products and their ingredients.
