Why is nail polish bad for the environment?

Answer 1

well not to much the environment but yourself the chemical solvents and plasticizers used in many conventional nail polishes may be absorbed thru the porous surface of the nail and/or inhaled as fumes. Once absorbed, they go directly into the bloodstream and are not processed through the body's detoxifying organ - the liver. Synthetic colours used in polishes may also impact your health.

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Answer 2

nail polish remover is considered harmful to the environment. It is a petroleum-based product that has been believed to contribute to global warming. Formaldehyde and DBP are the common ingredients believed to contribute most to pollution in the environment. Di-butyl Phthalate, or DBP, is a chemical that can cause birth defects and can pollute the air and water in the environment.