5 Signs Your Nail Salon Is Sketchy as Hell

Last month, The New York Times published a devastating investigative report about New York City nail salons that left

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many manicure lovers feeling sick to their stomachs about a service they once considered a guilt-free treat. The report revealed that manicurists were suffering severe long-term health consequences as a result of being exposed to the chemicals in nail products. On top of that, manicurists were not being paid minimum wage, not getting their due tips, and were often living in cramped quarters while working incredibly long hours.

1.The nail technicians aren't using masks or gloves. Nail polishes can contain what's known as the toxic trio of chemicals: formaldehyde, which causes cancer; dibutyl phthalate (DBP), which can cause reproductive damage; and toluene, which causes neurological damage.

2. There isn't a ventilation system or there aren't any fans blowing in the salon. If you can smell that nail salon smell and it's in your face, something is wrong.

3. Bottles are left open. If the caps are staying off, that means fumes are being disseminated into the air.

4. The salon isn't using nontoxic products. DBP is already banned from use in cosmetics in the European Union and formaldehyde is on its way to being banned in the E.U. as well.

5. There are way more technicians in the salon than there are licenses on display. Licensing requirements vary by state, but be observant.