There are many nail polish products available in the market, and their ingredients and materials can vary. Here are some details, positive and negative aspects of nail polish products based on the search results:
Non-Toxic Nail Polish Brands
- Essie is considered “3-free” (free of toluene, formaldehyde, and DPB) but it also has several ingredients that are not recommended.
- Revlon has a score of 3 and 6 in the EWG Skin Deep Cosmetic database, which is in the moderately hazardous category. It contains aluminum powder, which is not recommended.
- Ella+Mila is "10-free" (free of 10 of the most harmful leading polish ingredients) and marketed as having long-lasting wear. It is also affordable, and a single coat can be applied for a finished look.
OPI Nail Polish
- OPI nail polish is "9-free," meaning it doesnt have certain toxic chemicals such as formaldehyde, formaldehyde resin, toluene, xylene, dibutyl phthalate (DBP), camphor, parabens, and ethyl tosylamide.
- The key ingredients in OPI nail polish are solvents, film formers, plasticizers, UV absorbers/stabilizers, and colorants.
Toxic Chemicals in Nail Products
- Many nail products contain potentially harmful ingredients, but are allowed on the market because they are safe when used as directed.
- Some potentially hazardous chemicals found in nail products include acetone, acetonitrile, hydroquinone monomethyl ether (MEHQ/HQ), and methylisothiazolinone (MIT) / methylchloroisothiazolinone (CMIT) .
- Nail polish manufacturers are not required to list their ingredients anywhere on their products or marketing materials.
Nail Products to Avoid
- Some nail products contain toxic chemicals such as formaldehyde, dibutyl phthalate (DBP), and toluene.
- Some popular nail products that contain toxic chemicals include Nail Spa, Calcium Nail Hardener, Alessandro International GmbH, Nail Tek, Foundation II, Alfalfa Nail Supply, Inc., and Barielle.
In conclusion, it is important to be aware of the ingredients and materials used in nail polish products. Non-toxic nail polish brands and "9-free" nail polishes are available, and it is recommended to avoid products that contain toxic chemicals such as formaldehyde, dibutyl phthalate (DBP), and toluene. It is also important to use nail products safely, following labeled directions and paying attention to any warning statements.
