Nail products can contain a variety of ingredients, some of which may be harmful if used improperly or in large quantities. Here is a breakdown of the information found in the search results:
Negative Ingredients:
- Formaldehyde: a toxic chemical that can cause inflammation, thyroid problems, and liver issues.
- Toluene: a solvent that can cause headaches, dizziness, and nausea.
- Dibutyl phthalate (DBP): a plasticizer that can cause hormonal dysfunction, birth defects, and other negative effects on the body.
- Triphenyl phosphate (TPHP): a chemical that has been detected in the bodies of women who painted their nails with nail polish containing TPHP.
Positive Ingredients:
- Vitamins and minerals: some nail products, such as the SNS dip powder system, contain vitamins and minerals that are known to nourish the nail bed and promote healthy growth and resilience. Examples include vitamin A and vitamin E.
- Film formers: these ingredients ensure that nail polish dries hard and shiny. Examples include nitrocellulose and cellulose acetate butyrate.
- Plasticizers: these ingredients provide flexibility and adhesion. Examples include triphenyl phosphate, trimethyl pentanyl diisobutyrate, camphor, and dibutyl phthalate.
- Resin: these ingredients improve adhesion, hardening, and gloss. Examples include tosylamide/formaldehyde resin, tosylamide/epoxy resin, formalin, methylene glycol, and tolunesulfonamide/formaldehyde resin.
It is important to note that nail polish ingredients have undergone review by the Cosmetic Ingredient Review, which uses peer-reviewed scientific literature to determine safety. Additionally, nail products for both home and salon use are regulated by the Food and Drug Administration.
If you are concerned about the ingredients in your nail products, you can look up specific ingredients at https://www.cir-safety.org/ingredients. Some nail polish brands also market themselves as "non-toxic" or "natural," although these terms are not regulated by the FDA and may not have a solid definition when it comes to beauty products.
