
Are Manicurists At High Risk For Chemical Exposure?
Two U.S. senators have demanded more protections for nail salon workers, arguing that the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) is not doing enough to protect them from chemical exposure. Some of the toxic chemicals nail salon workers are exposed to include solvents, glues and other potent substances. In some cases, the chemicals can cause burns, skin discoloration and miscarriage. According to the Environmental Protection Agency, 17 out of 20 common nail produ