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Non Toxic Polish
David B. Pearson - http://silentladies.com

Non Toxic Polish
David B. Pearson - http://silentladies.com

Non Toxic Polish

Nail polish without the harsh chemicals

So what is the problem with the nail polish you see on the shelves? It is the chemicals that they contain that bother some people?

Dibutyl Phthalate, formaldehyde and toluene have been linked to skin irritation in adults to birth defects in animals. Dibutyl Phthalate is used as a solvent in many janitorial products and can irritate the nose and throat. According to "Beauty to Die For", toluene is thought to cause liver damage, skin irritation and respiratory tract irritation. Formaldehyde has been known to cause squamous cell cancer in the nostril following repeated inhalations.

So is there an alternative? There are some nail products that do not contain these ingredients. No Miss, Sante and L'Oreal Paris Jet-Set Quick Dry Nail Enamel are three that you can search out.

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