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Is it safe to use nail polish on your hands?
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Nails: I trust you mean nails of your hands. You should not put nail polish on your skin.
Answered 8/5/2015
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YES, but...: why would you? It is designed for use on nails and doesn't feel so good on the hands. Sort of like superglue, only not so nasty that it sticks you to yourself.
Answered 5/31/2019
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