GITNUX MARKETDATA REPORT 2024
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.
Statistic 1
"49% of nail polish brands contain toxic ingredients."
Statistic 2
"25% of nail polishes labeled "3-Free" still contain toxic chemicals."
Statistic 3
"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)."
Statistic 6
"Nail Polish brand Revlon scored as high as 8 for hazard risk according to EWG."
Statistic 7
"Approximately 50% of nail polishes studied contained at least one high hazard ingredient."
Statistic 8
"OPI nail polishes scored a level 8 hazard risk ranking on the EWG scale."
Statistic 9
"A study found that 3 out of 10 nail polishes contain harmful chemicals even though they were labeled as free of toxic ingredients."
Statistic 10
"Over 60% of nail polishes tested contained the hazardous compound DBP (Dibutyl Phthalate)."
Statistic 11
"Wet N Wild is recognized as a high hazard nail polish, scoring a 7 on EWG's hazard risk scale."
Statistic 12
"According to EWG, 5 in 10 nail polish products contain ingredients linked to cancer."
Statistic 13
"About 85% of nail products tested contained potentially harmful chemicals."
Statistic 14
"At least 20% of nail polishes tested contained toxic triphenyl phosphate (TPHP)."
Statistic 15
"Approximately 30% of nail polish brands still use the harmful ingredient formaldehyde resin."
Statistic 16
"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."
Statistic 18
"China Glaze nail polishes were found to contain dangerous amounts of TPHP, a hormone disruptor."
Statistic 19
"Despite being declared toxic, approximately 5% of nail polishes still contain the allergenic ingredient tosylamide/formaldehyde resin."
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