Nail polish removers as children abuse it to get high

The Karnataka state Food Commissionerate on Thursday issued an order partially banning the production and sale of nail polish removers and whiteners in bottled form.        

Stating that children, especially from from poor backgrounds, were resorting to sniffing ink erasers, nail polish removers and other such products to get a high, the commissionerate has submitted the order to the state government.

There are two reasons for this, he points out. One, that selling these items in pen/tube form will decrease the quantity of the item that comes out of the container. And two, a total ban on these items is not feasible.

 "For now, we have issued notice to Kores, a Mumbai-based firm that is the only producer of whiteners, stating that they can no longer sell them in bottled form. We are yet to take a decision on nail polish removers, as there are many producers involved in its sale," Dr Shivakumar added.

Ideally, all manufacturers of nail polish removers must change their containers and not sell them in bottles. However, a decision on this can be arrived at only after detailed meetings with the stakeholders, he said.

The idea of imposing the ban, he maintains, is to send out the message that these items are heavily abused by children. Though the ban shall come into effect immediately, the department has decided to spread awareness in the first phase.

How to create the best spring nail look ever

Spring has rolled around (hello warm, sultry weather and spaghetti straps) and it’s time for your manicure to lighten up. Say goodbye to rich, dark plums and forget about greige. Instead, it’s hello there to the palest of pinks and the most delicate of flowers.
         

Watch this handy little how-to video and you’ll soon be whipping up these sweet spring nails at home. Before you do though, have a quick read of our chat with Maria Vlezko, founder of SoNailicious, the creator of the video and also, the manicurist on the speed dial of Australia’s most fabulous celebrities.

What are three key tips when doing nail-art?

Take your time when doing your nails, make sure each layer dries properly before you apply the next one. The same applies for creating patterns, do it slowly and focus on your line work. It’s always better to get it right than trying to correct later, particularly when working with nail polish. With gel you can always correct your mistake, with nail polish not so much.

Can anyone do it?

Absolutely! The main skill is creativity. Right now, anything goes. You can paint a couple of stars on bare nails and that would be your ‘negative space’ nail art. You can glue on some beads with threads and there you go - ‘Bracelet Nails’! On a professional level, however, of course, you must be a good manicurist to begin with. It’s one thing to play with your own nails at home and another thing to create a beautiful yet practical and long-lasting nail design that your client will enjoy to wear.

What condition do your nails need to be in?

It doesn’t really matter as long as your nails are well groomed. But in any good salon they’ll groom your nails & cuticles before doing nail art. If doing nail art at home, if you could file evenly your nails and groom cuticles that’s already a good start. I’ve done a few tutorials on how to file and look after your nails like a pro.

Why Eating Jell-O Should Be Part of Every Woman's Nail Care Regimen

Though many women are obsessed with their nails, we sure put them through some major abuse. Biting, using them as tools, and peeling off our gel manicures are just a few of the horrible habits we'll admit to. Manicurists backstage at New York Fashion Week paint dozens of talons per show and only have a few minutes to make them look gorgeous. To make their jobs even more challenging, models are hopping from runway to runway. This means claws are getting cleaned, shaped, and painted, then doused with acetone polish remover before the process starts over again at the next show (resulting in some serious nail stress!). We consulted pros on the most common issues they see, how you can fix them at home, and other top tips.

        
                     
Brittleness and Peeling

All three of the professionals we consulted declared brittle nails to be the number one problem seen backstage. Jin Soon Choi, seasoned NYFW manicurist and founder/owner of the Jin Soon spas and polish line, cites failure to moisturize, lack of nail maintenance, and malnutrition as sources of this issue. She recommends people with this concern "drink a lot of water" as internal dehydration could be to blame.

Celebrity manicurist Gina Edwards for KISS Products, Inc., shares that dry nail beds are also often caused by constant application of polish remover, which desiccates the nail. Michelle Saunders, celebrity manicurist for Essie, adds, "Brittle nails can be caused from not removing nail polish in due time — found on many models at Fashion Week. Be sure to remove the polish when it starts to chip and apply a good base and top coat."

White Spots

"The correct name for this nail condition is called 'leukonychia,'" reports Saunders. "This is caused from slight trauma to the nail bed." Being gentler on your hands and nails will prevent these from occurring in the future. However, there's no way to treat them once you have them. "Allow time for them to heal and grow out," says Edwards.

Breakage

This is commonly caused by lack of moisture to the nail. "Moisturize your nails with cuticle oil a few times a day," suggests Choi. However, if you take good care of your claws and they're still cracking on the edges, they may just be too long for your lifestyle. Saunders advises that those with this issue trim and shape their nails weekly.