Manicure and pedicure products are designed to cleanse, exfoliate, and moisturize hands and feet. They may contain a large variety of ingredients, and many products have multiple functions and may fall into more than one category. Some specialized manicure lotions contain skin lightening or sun protection (SPF) ingredients. However, it is important to note that many nail products contain potentially harmful ingredients. Some hazardous ingredients include formaldehyde, dibutyl phthalate (DBP), and acrylics, which can cause skin irritation or an allergic reaction. Nail products such as polishes, strengtheners, removers, and artificial nail liquids may contain ingredients that can be harmful to health. The main routes of exposure to chemicals include inhalation, contact, and ingestion.
Here are some positive and negative aspects of manicure and pedicure products:
Positive:
- Manicure and pedicure products can help cleanse, exfoliate, and moisturize hands and feet.
- Some specialized manicure lotions contain skin lightening or sun protection (SPF) ingredients.
Negative:
- Many nail products contain potentially harmful ingredients.
- Some hazardous ingredients include formaldehyde, dibutyl phthalate (DBP), and acrylics, which can cause skin irritation or an allergic reaction.
- Nail products such as polishes, strengtheners, removers, and artificial nail liquids may contain ingredients that can be harmful to health.
