Use of self‐applied sculptured gel nails may increase the risk of allergy to (meth)acrylates in children and adolescents

Gel nails are a new type of artificial nails containing UV-curing acrylates and methacrylates, here referred to as (meth)acrylates.1 They are known to be more fashionable and long lasting than conventional nail polishes. Until a few years ago gel nails were applied only by nail technicians, but recently several and inexpensive home use UV-curing kits have been placed on the market, increasing the risk of complications induced by these nail cosmetics.

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