Health warning issued after rise in false nails allergies

By Sarah Parsons | Published: 9-Aug-2018
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The alert follows a rise in allergic reactions to acrylic nails, gel polish and gel nails

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A skin allergy warning has been issued by the British Association of Dermatologists (BAD) after a growing concern over key ingredients used in acrylic nails and gel polish.

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