The UK has started banning gel nail products containing TPO over health concerns. Here’s why the chemical was banned, what it means for nail salons and whether Nigeria could follow suit.
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A photoinitiator in gel polishes reacted to UV or LED light to help the polish cure into a glossy, durable finish
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Caroline Rainsford, director of science at The Cosmetic, Toiletry and Perfumery Association, noted that the actual amount of TPO absorbed during nail application fell far below dangerous levels, though regulators still phased out the chemical.
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Salons in Nigeria continues to legally use TPO-based gel products while NAFDAC may monitor international cosmetic safety updates