Look out for the 'toxic trio' in gel manicure formulas: Formaldehyde, toluene, and dibutyl phthalate (DBP).
, a Chapel Hill, North Carolina-based dermatologist who specializes in nail health, to learn how to get gel manis the safe way — and know when to press pause.Whether or not you opt for a gel or traditional polish formula, the truth is that regular manis of any kind can weaken your natural nails. "The manicure process can lead to dehydration and thinning of the nail plate," says Dr. Adigun.
But that fact isn't to deter salon regulars, nor those who live for an at-home manicure. Unfortunately, according to Dr. Adigun, by not looking at your natural nail at least every two weeks you won't be able to properly assess its condition, plus you might even be missing infections and in certain, severe cases, tumors. The thick, armor-like coating of polish also blocks nails from being able to transfer oxygen, explains Jenna.
"When applied and removed correctly, gels are completely safe to wear on an ongoing basis,” adds Rita. "Gels can certainly weaken the nails if they are peeled or pried off the nail, which can strip layers of the natural nail, or if the nail if over buffed prior to gel application.
When you still need your gel fix, Dr. Adigun says you'll need to make sure you use a broad spectrum sunscreen, meaning that it protects against UVA/UVB rays. Plus, the UVA light from the nail lamps is stronger than the usual exposure you get from the sun. "Applying sunscreen during a manicure is [also] logistically difficult," she adds.
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