Phthalate and Organophosphate Plasticizers in Nail Polish: Evaluation
phthalate and 10 organophosphate plasticizers in 40 nail polishes from 12 brands selected for popularity and label variety. We found labels ranging from 3- to 13-Free; 10-Free was the most inconsistently dened (six denitions). Our samples contained TPHP and bis(2-ethylhexyl) phthalate (DEHP) at up to 7940 and 331 μg/g, respectively.
Phthalate and Organophosphate Plasticizers in Nail Polish: Evaluation
In the 2000s, nail polish manufacturers started promoting “3-Free” products, phasing out three widely publicized toxic chemicals: toluene, formaldehyde, and dibutyl phthalate (DnBP). However, DnBP was sometimes replaced by another endocrine-disrupting plasticizer, triphenyl phosphate (TPHP). Many new “n-Free” labels have since appeared, without any standardization on which n chemicals
Phthalate and Organophosphate Plasticizers in Nail Polish: Evaluation
To better understand plasticizer ingredient substitution, this study aimed to 1) identify plasticizer-related nail polish product labels through online searches, and 2) measure levels of 12 phthalate and 10 organophosphate plasticizers in 40 nail polishes.
Phthalate and Organophosphate Plasticizers in Nail Polish: Evaluation
This study aimed to compare measured plasticizer content against nail polish labels. First, we summarized definitions of labels. Then, we measured 12 phthalate and 10 organophosphate...
Phthalate and Organophosphate Plasticizers in Nail Polish: Evaluation
In the 2000s, nail polish manufacturers started promoting “3-Free” products, phasing out three widely publicized toxic chemicals: toluene, formaldehyde, and dibutyl phthalate (DnBP). However, DnBP was sometimes replaced by another endocrine-disrupting plasticizer, triphenyl phosphate (TPHP).
- How many phthalate and organophosphate plasticizers are in nail polish?
- First, we summarized definitions of labels. Then, we measured 12 phthalate and 10 organophosphate plasticizers in 40 nail polishes from 12 brands selected for popularity and label variety. We found labels ranging from 3- to 13-Free; 10-Free was the most inconsistently defined (six definitions).
- How many plasticizers are in nail polish labels?
- This study aimed to compare measured plasticizer content against nail polish labels. First, we summarized definitions of labels. Then, we measured 12 phthalate and 10 organophosphate plasticizers in 40 nail polishes from 12 brands selected for popularity and label variety.
- Do nail technicians use organophosphates esters?
- Frequent mask replacement is recommended, especially for long-term working conditions. Organophosphates esters (OPEs) have become a preferred alternative in nail polish as plasticizers due to health concerns over previously used additives like dibutyl phthalate. However, the true extent of nail technicians' exposure to OPEs is largely unknown.
- Are nail salon workers exposed to phthalates and organophosphate esters?
- CC-BY-NC-ND 4.0. Personal exposure of nail salon workers to 10 phthalates and 19 organophosphate esters (OPEs) was assessed in 18 nail salons in Toronto, Canada. Active air samplers (n = 60) and silicone passive samplers, including brooches (n = 58) and wristbands (n = 60), were worn by 45 nail salon workers for ∼8 working hours.
- Are nail polish brands phthalate-free?
- However, phthalate-free brands are uncommon, and 11 of the 12 selected brands did report to exclude DnBP. Also, our selection strategy was more focused on analyzing nail polish across a variety of label types.
- Are there plasticizers in nail polish?
- It is also the first study to assess plasticizers in nail polish by a wide variety of labels. However, there are several limitations to the study. Our results do not provide a comprehensive assessment of plasticizers in nail polishes across the whole nail polish market.
