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Statistics About The Most Toxic Nail Polish Brands

The summary of statistics about the most toxic nail polish brands indicates the average level of harmful chemicals present across the brands studied.

In this post, we uncover alarming statistics regarding the presence of toxic ingredients in nail polish brands. From misleading labels to hazardous compounds, the findings reveal concerning trends in the industry. Want to know if your favorite nail polish brand is on the list? Keep reading to learn more.

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"49% of nail polish brands contain toxic ingredients."

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"25% of nail polishes labeled "3-Free" still contain toxic chemicals."

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"Approximately 75% of nail polishes tested contained toluene, which can harm the nervous system."

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"10% of nail polishes contain formaldehyde, a known carcinogen."

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"The popular nail polish brand Sally Hansen scored a 7 for high hazard risk according to EWG (Environmental Working Group)."

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"Nail Polish brand Revlon scored as high as 8 for hazard risk according to EWG."

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"Approximately 50% of nail polishes studied contained at least one high hazard ingredient."

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"OPI nail polishes scored a level 8 hazard risk ranking on the EWG scale."

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"A study found that 3 out of 10 nail polishes contain harmful chemicals even though they were labeled as free of toxic ingredients."

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"Over 60% of nail polishes tested contained the hazardous compound DBP (Dibutyl Phthalate)."

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"Wet N Wild is recognized as a high hazard nail polish, scoring a 7 on EWG's hazard risk scale."

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"According to EWG, 5 in 10 nail polish products contain ingredients linked to cancer."

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"About 85% of nail products tested contained potentially harmful chemicals."

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"At least 20% of nail polishes tested contained toxic triphenyl phosphate (TPHP)."

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"Approximately 30% of nail polish brands still use the harmful ingredient formaldehyde resin."

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"Around 60% of nail polishes released harmful VOCs (Volatile Organic Compounds)."

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"Nail polishes from Essie, ranked in the hazard risk category between 4 and 7 by EWG meaning they contain ingredients linked to significant health concerns."

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"China Glaze nail polishes were found to contain dangerous amounts of TPHP, a hormone disruptor."

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"Despite being declared toxic, approximately 5% of nail polishes still contain the allergenic ingredient tosylamide/formaldehyde resin."

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The statistics presented highlight a concerning trend in the nail polish industry, with a significant percentage of products containing toxic ingredients that can pose health risks to consumers. The data reveals that even nail polishes labeled as “3-Free” or marketed as safe still contain harmful chemicals, raising questions about the efficacy of existing regulations and labeling practices. Brands such as Sally Hansen, Revlon, OPI, Wet N Wild, Essie, and China Glaze are among those flagged for high hazard risks according to the Environmental Working Group. These findings underscore the importance of consumer awareness and advocacy for safer beauty products, as the majority of tested nail polishes were found to contain potentially harmful substances, including carcinogens and hormone disruptors. To protect public health, increased scrutiny and transparency within the cosmetics industry are essential to ensure the safety of nail polish products.

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