Woman issues warning after years of gel nails: ‘I thought I would lose a finger’
1 year, 7 months ago

Woman issues warning after years of gel nails: ‘I thought I would lose a finger’

The Independent  

Sign up to our free Living Well email for advice on living a happier, healthier and longer life Live your life healthier and happier with our free weekly Living Well newsletter Live your life healthier and happier with our free weekly Living Well newsletter SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Lisa, from Pattishall, Northants., said: “I’ve been getting my nails done all my life for acrylics or gels. “My nail bed even started going purple and I worried I would lose the whole finger. It’s so embarrassing and I’m always hiding my hands away.” open image in gallery Lisa, a mum of two girls aged three and 12, first noticed a reaction after getting gel nails applied in February. Lisa said: “It happened suddenly, I feared I might even lose a finger when it went purple around the nail.

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Gel manicures and acrylic nails might look beautiful but they come with ugly health risks
5 months, 1 week ago

Gel manicures and acrylic nails might look beautiful but they come with ugly health risks

Hindustan Times  

From Kylie Jenner and Rihanna to Ariana Grande and Cardi B, celebrities are sporting long, acrylics – often heavily embellished with nail art – as an expression of their style. While manicures might feel like self-care, they can ruin healthy natural nails – and might even cause unexpected health problems in a small proportion of people who get them. Prolonged …

Experts warn of ‘life-long’ effects of nail gel polish
1 year, 8 months ago

Experts warn of ‘life-long’ effects of nail gel polish

The Independent  

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Brits tell of 'life-changing' allergies triggered by gel polish as Government launches investigation
1 year, 8 months ago

Brits tell of 'life-changing' allergies triggered by gel polish as Government launches investigation

Daily Mail  

Dermatologists are seeing an increase in the number of people developing 'life-changing' allergies triggered by gel nail polishes, which can stop them having some operations like cataracts, joint replacement or dental work. The chemicals in gel nail polishes, known as methacrylates, can cause an allergic reaction if they leak into the skin, which can see nails loosen and the skin …

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