1.5
An old-school plasticizer with phthalate-related safety concerns; most brands have phased it out.
Irritation
moderate
Source
synthetic
beautyskincareplasticizer
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3.0
Butylphthalimide is a synthetic plasticizer that helps nail products stay flexible and resist chipping, but it has limited safety data and is best used in well-ventilated spaces.
Irritation
low
Source
synthetic
beautynail careplasticizer
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Diisodecyl phthalate is a plasticizer with limited cosmetic use; it is not a typical skincare ingredient and is best avoided due to potential health concerns.
Irritation
low
Source
synthetic
beautyskincareplasticizer
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Diisoheptyl Phthalate is a synthetic plasticizer with no proven skincare benefit and potential health concerns; it is best avoided in leave-on products.
Irritation
moderate
Source
synthetic
beautyskincareplasticizer
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Ditridecyl phthalate is a plasticizer that helps products spread and flex, but its phthalate nature raises potential endocrine concerns, so many brands avoid it.
Irritation
low
Source
synthetic
beautyskincareplasticizer
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Ethyl Tosylamide is a synthetic plasticizer that makes nail polish more flexible and durable, but it can be a skin sensitizer for some people.
Irritation
moderate
Source
synthetic
beautynail careplasticizer
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A synthetic plasticizer found in some nail products; its safety data is limited and it may cause irritation in sensitive individuals.
Irritation
moderate
Source
synthetic
beautynail careplasticizer
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Tosylamide helps nail products stay flexible and durable, but it may cause irritation in sensitive individuals and has raised some safety concerns.
Irritation
moderate
Source
synthetic
beautynail careplasticizer
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Triphenyl phosphate is a synthetic plasticizer used in nail products, but it has raised some health concerns due to potential endocrine disruption and skin irritation.
Irritation
moderate
Source
synthetic
beautynail careplasticizer
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