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23.05.2023 - Cosmetics

Stiftung Warentest tests nail polish – Nitrosamines detected

The nail polishes were tested by Stiftung Warentest for harmful substances, among other things. The elevated levels of nitrosamines were particularly noticeable. These can enter the products through nitrocellulose, which is often used in nail polish.

In the 27th session of the BfR Commission protocol, elevated nitrosamine levels were already reported. Contamination of raw materials was also mentioned as a reason here.

Furthermore, it was criticized that solvents were contained that were not declared. These, too, can enter the products through raw materials or degradation products.

Would you like to have your cosmetic products tested for nitrosamines or solvent residues? Then contact us.

We look forward to hearing from you.

Source:

Stiftung Warentest Issue 05/2023

https://www.bfr.bund.de/cm/343/27-sitzung-der-bfr-kommission-fuer-kosmetische-mittel.pdf