November 13, 2024
Research sheds light on air pollution in nail salons, need for increased regulations
The strong scent of nail polish that permeates nail salons has been linked to a variety of health effects experienced by the workers who inhale it, according to new research from a University of Washington faculty member.
Diana Ceballos, a UW assistant professor of Environmental & Occupational Health Sciences, recently co-authored a study published in Atmospheric Pollution Research and discussed her findings with UW News in a question-and-answer session.
She spoke about her background working with nail salons to improve worker conditions, and how chemicals that are utilized in nail salons have received increased examination in countries like Europe and states like California and Washington.
She also explained how fragrances in nail salons contribute to overall air pollution and reiterated the significance of studying and regulating the use of fragrances both in nail salons and in the everyday products we use.