For the safest results, Rich advises getting your gel manicure at a reputable, licensed salon. “In the home, it’s not as ...

Beginning Sept. 1, the European Union has banned an ingredient commonly found in gel nail polish. The banned substance, TPO (trimethylbenzoyl diphenylphosphine oxide), gives nails a super glossy sheen ...

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If you want a polish that can go from office to weekend with a long-lasting finish — no lamp or base coat required — this fan-favorite shade is a no-brainer. Add Essie Gel Couture Nail Polish to your ...

Europe is known for being quite strict when it comes to regulations on beauty products. For example, they don’t allow any animal testing for cosmetics, there is a list of over 1,700 ingredients that ...

Europe banned a common gel polish ingredient because of health concerns seen in animal studies. Experts say the risks for consumers are still unclear, but repeated exposure could be more harmful for ...

In early September 2025, social media posts claimed that European regulators were going after gel nail polish. Some posts, such as this one on Instagram (archived), claimed they were banning a "key ...

Peruse the service menu at any nail salon, and you’ll be confronted with a staggering array of choices for your manicure: exfoliation, extensions, a rainbow of colors, tips, intricate nail art, and ...

Toxic topcoat? Beginning Sept. 1, the European Union has banned an ingredient commonly found in gel nail polish. The banned substance, TPO (trimethylbenzoyl diphenylphosphine oxide), gives nails an ...