Most types of nail polish are a toxic soup of chemicals. They
can contain several types of cancer-causing chemicals like toluene, formaldehyde, benzophenone, BHA and styrene.
Endocrine disrupting chemicals are also common in nail
polish. They include dibutyl, dimethyl and diethyl phthalates and benzophenone.
The best option is to go natural with your nails. Just file,
trim and buff your nails instead of painting them.
Non Toxic Nail Polish
If you can’t give up painting your nails there are companies now making less toxic polishes and removers. Check out the following list. And don’t be shy about taking safer options to your next pedicure.
Knowing how to avoid BPA is an excellent way to protect your health. Because BPA is linked to a variety of potential toxic effects on multiple organs and systems in your body.
The food you eat is an important part of healthy living. And eating lots of fruits and vegetables are healthy choices. But what about the pesticides in fruits and vegetables?
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