OPI
OPI Nail Lacquer, Big Apple Red
Nail Polish
46
Avoid
Safety Summary
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Key Concerns
Positive Signals
Score Breakdown
Ingredients (8)
| Ingredient | Risk Level | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Butyl Acetate | Low Risk | Primary solvent |
| Camphor | Caution | Plasticizer from the 'toxic 5' list; can cause nausea, dizziness, and headaches in sensitive individuals |
| CI 15850 (Red 7 Lake) | Low Risk | Standard colorant |
| Ethyl Acetate | Low Risk | Co-solvent |
| Nitrocellulose | Low Risk | Film former |
| Stearalkonium Hectorite | Low Risk | Clay-based thickener |
| Tosylamide/Epoxy Resin | Caution | Adhesion resin that may cause allergic contact dermatitis. Previously contained formaldehyde resin; this replacement still raises concerns for sensitive users. |
| Triphenyl Phosphate (TPHP) | Avoid | Endocrine disruptor absorbed through nails within hours of application. Duke University study found TPHP metabolite (DPHP) in urine of every participant 10-14 hours after painting nails. Disrupts hormones, metabolism, and reproductive function. |