Does nail polish contain formaldehyde? Is nail polish corrosive?

Nail polish is a very common cosmetic product in daily life. Many girls have used nail polish, but some people think that nail polish contains formaldehyde. So does nail polish contain formaldehyde? Is nail polish corrosive?

Nail polish may contain some formaldehyde, but the harm caused by nail polish to us is not due to the formaldehyde component, and the smell of nail polish is not emitted by formaldehyde. In order to achieve the purpose of making nail polish dry quickly, a large amount of acetone, ethyl acetate, and formaldehyde components are added to nail polish. The characteristics of these three components are that they are extremely volatile, so nail polish can dry quickly. Although nail polish can beautify nails, because nail polish is made of nitrocellulose as raw material and is made with other chemical solvents such as acetone and ethyl acetate, these solvents will have certain toxic effects if they enter the human body. In fact, although nail polish is harmful to the human body and has certain toxicity, its ingredients are generally relatively simple, mainly composed of some organic solvents and pigments. In particular, when dried nail polish encounters some oily and meaty foods, it will slowly dissolve. If you eat food with your hands, the toxic substances in the nail polish will enter the human body with the food. Over time, the accumulation of toxicity in the body will cause adverse consequences.

No. Ordinary nail polish generally consists of two types of ingredients: one is solid ingredients, mainly pigments, glitter, etc.; the other is liquid solvent ingredients, mainly acetone, ethyl acetate, phthalates, formaldehyde, etc. Among the harmful ingredients of nail polish, phthalates can hinder normal hormonal balance, leading to serious reproductive damage and other health problems; while benzene and formaldehyde are both carcinogens. Acetone and ethyl acetate are dangerous chemicals. They are flammable and explosive. When they evaporate, they produce a dizzying and irritating odor, which pollutes indoor air. In the case of long-term inhalation, they may cause harm to the nervous system and are highly irritating to mucous membranes. When purchasing, take out the nail polish brush and see if it drips down smoothly in the shape of water drops along the brush. If it flows very slowly, it means that the bottle of nail polish is too thick and it will not be easy to wipe evenly. When taking out the brush, press the bottle mouth left and right to test the elasticity of the bristles. It will be easier to apply nail polish evenly if you choose a nail polish with thinner bristles. When the brush is taken out after being covered with nail polish, if the bristles of the brush remain thin and long, it means the brush is good, while some will become very thick.

In terms of the ingredients of nail polish, nail polish usually contains three ingredients that affect health, such as toluene. The role of toluene is to make nail polish apply more smoothly and the color will look more even, but inhaling high concentrations of toluene can cause dizziness and nausea, and can also affect the fetus. Dibutyl phthalate, this ingredient is mainly used to prevent nail polish from falling off, but inhaling this substance can affect fertility and may also cause cancer. Formaldehyde is known to be a carcinogen, but now many nail polishes have changed their formulas. Many brands do not have these three harmful substances, and some even do not have formaldehyde and allergens, camphor and other substances. However, in fact, nail polish cannot be avoided after applying nail polish. The ingredients in nail polish remover, such as acetone, butyl acetate, and acetyl isopropyl ester, can also cause dizziness and vertigo, and are irritating to the eyes and skin. Removing nail polish can also cause damage to the nail plate.

1. Keep your nails moisturized. The first step to keeping your nails healthy is to keep your hands and nails moisturized, otherwise your nails will become brittle.

2. Massage your hands and nails. When using moisturizer or protective film cream, massage your hands and nails for one minute to allow the skin care ingredients to penetrate into the body. You can also massage your hands every night before going to bed to prevent your nails from becoming dry and brittle. 3. Trim your nails. Regular trimming and filing of nails helps keep the cuticle healthy.