We understand this is frustrating but in the meantime, thanks for persevering with chipped nails a little longer as you wait for the remedy. SPECIAL LOCATIONS Acetone is an irritant, which means it can irritate the skin. For this reason, some people cannot use acetone-based nail polish removers. Caution: Keep away from eyes, may cause serious eye irritation. May cause skin irritation or allergic skin reaction. Keep away from children. Buff the surface of the nails with a nail file to remove the shine of the top coat. This must be done firmly as the surface must be opened up to allow you to penetrate the UV lacquer, but be careful not to damage the nail.

In a draft screening assessment for health and environmental effects, Environment Canada 7 identified no critical health effects from exposures expected to occur from occasional, intermittent use of certain products containing acetone.

But having too many ketones is dangerous, especially for people with diabetes mellitus. High levels of ketones can be associated with an increase in the acidity of a person’s blood. This may lead to diabetic ketoacidosis (DKA), a serious complication that can cause a diabetic coma or death. The U.S. Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) sets safe workplace exposure limits. Workplaces where acetone is used, such as nail salons, 8 can keep exposure levels below safety levels by using proper ventilation and following manufacturer’s instructions. 9 Hazards of Acetone

Typically, ingesting a small amount of acetone will not harm an otherwise healthy person. Certain amounts could harm a child, and adults who ingest a large amount of acetone may be at risk for acetone poisoning. Acetone has undergone a comprehensive review under the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency’s (EPA) Voluntary Children’s Chemical Evaluation Program (VCCEP). 3 The objective of VCCEP was to ensure that adequate toxicity and exposure information was available to assess potential risks to children. This VCCEP review of acetone included a hazard assessment, an exposure assessment and a risk characterization. If a person is exposed to or inhales acetone fumes, it may also irritate the eyes, nose, throat, or lungs. This can cause: The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) classifies acetone as Generally Recognized as Safe. It has a low potential for causing acute or chronic health problems. But it does have some risks. Flammable Severe exposure to acetone vapor may cause damage to the nervous system, confusion, or unconsciousness. PoisoningAcetone has been extensively studied and is generally recognized to have low acute and chronic toxicity.