Toxic topcoat?

Beginning September 1, the European Union has banned an ingredient commonly found in gel nail polish.

The banned substance, TPO (trimethylbenzoyl diphenylphosphine oxide), gives nails an ultra-glossy sheen and a quick dry time under UV or LED light.

However, it has been deemed toxic in the EU after several studies have shown that it can cause fertility issues and adversely affect reproductive health. 3

Gel nail polish, which has gained popularity since the 2000s, is cured under UV or LED light, resulting in a hard, durable manicure.

Unlike traditional nail polish, gels create a long-lasting and high shine finish that resists chipping and peeling, sometimes for several weeks.

But the EU — which has long banned certain chemicals still legal in the US, including BHA

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