Essie
Essie Nail Polish, Ballet Slippers
Nail Polish
40
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 | Toxic 5 plasticizer; can cause allergic reactions, nausea, dizziness |
| CI 15850 (Red 7 Lake) | Low Risk | Cosmetic colorant |
| CI 77891 (Titanium Dioxide) | Low Risk | Mineral pigment |
| Ethyl Acetate | Low Risk | Co-solvent |
| Nitrocellulose | Low Risk | Film former |
| Tosylamide/Formaldehyde Resin | Avoid | Formaldehyde-releasing resin used for adhesion. Part of the 'toxic 5'. Formaldehyde is a known human carcinogen (IARC Group 1). Causes allergic dermatitis and nail damage. |
| Triphenyl Phosphate (TPHP) | Avoid | Endocrine disruptor absorbed directly through the nail bed. Studies show blood levels of TPHP metabolites spike within 10-14 hours of nail polish application. Interferes with hormone regulation. |