Summary:
- The European Union has banned the use of a chemical called dibutyl phthalate (DBP) in gel nail polish, as it has been linked to potential health concerns.
- DBP is a plasticizer that helps make nail polish more flexible and durable, but it has been found to disrupt the endocrine system and may have negative effects on reproductive health.
- While the EU has banned DBP in nail products, the chemical is still allowed in the United States, and experts say that the risks associated with its use in nail polish are relatively low, as long as proper precautions are taken.