Nail Polish

There’s bad news out if you’re a woman who paints her nails.

The news comes from a groundbreaking study from Duke University. In the study, researchers tested 10 different nail polishes on a group of women. The women put the nail polish on, and after a short while had their urine tested.

When the researchers looked at the test results, they found something astonishing. They found 8 out of 10 women’s urine contained large amounts of a highly toxic chemical. In fact, these women had a seven-fold increase of this toxic chemical in their body!

This chemical is known as TPHP (triphenyl phosphate). It’s a chemical used as a flame retardant and plasticizer for furniture. In nail polish, it’s used to keep the polish flexible and durable.

The problem is, TPHP is highly toxic to the human body. In fact, high amounts of TPHP can lead to reproductive disorders… decreased metabolism… and, in rare cases, paralysis.

And the researchers found that your body easily absorbs TPHP through your nails and skin. In fact, the more you use TPHP-containing nail polishes, the more your body absorbs and the longer it stays in your body.

Now, you may be wondering if your nail polish contains TPHP. Well, here’s a short list of brands that do:

• Sallie Hansen
• Revlon
• Maybelline
• OPI
• Wet N Wild
• Beauty Without Cruelty

But take heart. There are also several brands that do NOT contain TPHP and are safe to use. These include:

• Zoya
• Scotch Naturals
• Piggy Paint
• Acquarella
• Honeybee Gardens
• Suncoat

Don’t see your favorite brand on either of these lists? Then call that company’s customer service line and ask.

By using a brand that is free of TPHP, you can stay safe while continuing to have beautiful nails.

Yours for better health,

Steve Kroening, ND

Meet Steve Kroening, ND

For over 25 years, Steve Kroening has worked hand-in-hand with some of the nation's top doctors, including Drs. Frank Shallenberger, Janet Zand, Nan Kathryn Fuchs, William Campbell Douglass, and best-selling author James Balch. Steve is the author of the book Practical Guide to Home Remedies. As a health journalist, Steve's articles have appeared in countless magazines, blogs, and websites.