Estetica Kraft (Cureglia)

I have always enjoyed the world of aesthetics, and in the past I have worked in two other beauty salons where I was the owner. I always try to stay up-to-date on the latest techniques and innovations to always offer my clientele something current.

Massages:

Connective tissue massage

Hot Stone Massage

Classical Massage

Nail Art:

Nail Reconstruction

Semipermanent

Acrylic nail polish application

Color changes

Natural nail coverage

Touch-ups

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Is semi-permanent nail polish bad for your health? Is it necessary to be careful about radiation?

Semipermanent nail polish, launched on the market in 2010 by a well-known professional nails brand, is that particular polish that, when applied to the nails using a special kit, lasts perfectly for three weeks. Increasingly popular among women of all ages who want flawless nails for several weeks, this type of polish can, however, be dangerous to the health of the nails and beyond. However, through simple precautions it is possible to limit its damage and have a well-groomed appearance without possible future complications.

**What is semi-permanent nail polish?

The appearance of the nails, it is known, says a lot about our state of health: that is why it is important to take care of it. Nail polish referred to as semi-permanent is a photo-hardening gel product that is applied to the surface of the nail like any traditional nail polish. Considered to be a middle ground between gel reconstruction and common nail polish, semi-permanent provides greater durability and a more polished nail appearance. Its application can be done in a specialized nail salon or directly at home thanks to the kit on sale. In addition, it can be used on both natural and reconstructed nails. The important element of semi-permanent nail polish, however, is not the application itself as much as the use of the ultraviolet lamp, which is essential to make the polish durable.

The scientific studies

Recently, several studies have been conducted on the use of UV radiation for the application of semipermanent nail polish. The results have shown possible harmful consequences for nail and skin health, but have also demonstrated the lack of responsibility of semi-permanent nail polish. Here are the insights in detail:

• A study published in the journal Jama Dermatology supported the possibility of limited risks of cancer and aging skin on the hands and feet, which is where the UV lamp acts. According to experts at Georgia Regents University in Augusta, USA, in fact, radiation is able to penetrate inside human tissues, thus damaging the DNA of cells and developing possible melanomas.
• According to Leonardo Celleno, a dermatologist at the Cosmetology Research Center of the Catholic University of Rome, the most concrete risk, on the other hand, is that of fragility of the nail plate due to the products used to remove semi-permanent nail polish, the same used for gel-reconstructed nails.
• Then there is the scientific research carried out by scientist Doug Shoon, called the foremost scientific authority in the personal care industry. For Shoon, the real risk factors for nail health are not radiation, but poor products and overuse of semi-permanent.

**Is it bad for your health?

Despite different scientific thoughts, one thing is certain: semi-permanent nail polish is bad for your health if used excessively, that is, once or more times a week. The most consonant use of semi-permanent nail polish is one application per month. Also under indictment are particularly the chemicals and files that are used in making and removing semipermanent. In contrast, the energetic radiation given off by the UV lamp for curing the nail polish is low-dose and therefore has a low probability of causing carcinogenic effects. Thus, the real culprits of nail health damage are caused mainly by the mode and quality of the products used.

Therefore, it is necessary to turn to professionals who can use quality products while respecting health!!!