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I’ve noticed that my current nail strengthener contains Formaldehyde. What is so dangerous about this ingredient?

April 26, 2017dangerous formaldehyde I’ve ingredient nail noticed strengthener

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I’ve noticed that my current nail strengthener contains Formaldehyde. What is so dangerous about this ingredient?

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Although nails will appear to be “stronger” when you first begin to use a formaldehyde-based strengthener, don’t be fooled! What’s actually occurring is your nail being stripped of moisture and becoming stiff – not strong. Over time, use of formaldehyde-based strengtheners will actually cause the nail to become brittle and thus crack, split, or even break. 8.