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Since there is formaldehyde in nail polish, wondering if it can cause birth defects if pregnant women use it?

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Dr. Vicki Levine answered

Specializes in Dermatology

Safe: From what I have read on the internet, formaldehyde in nail polish is safe during pregnancy since the concentration is so low.

Dr Fisher and another doctor agreed

Answered 1/1/2014

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