Nail salons are a hotbed of toxic chemical exposure. Workers say it’s worsened during Covid.

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Nail technicians are advocating for healthier wage and labor standards. - NBCAsianAmerica

report released by Cornell University’s Industrial and Labor Relations Institute

Because of the inconsistent work and the fear that their scarce work hours could becut back, some workers said they felt pressured to refrain from reporting health concerns or problems, which they fear might have developed over the years as a result of working with toxic chemicals amid insufficient ventilation.

In addition to potential reproductive problems, Lama said that many nail technicians have reported difficulty breathing. Reports show that chemicals had also been linked to cognitive development issues, cancer and irritations, according to the report from Cornell. Kang cautioned against painting all salons with a broad brush, challenging people to examine their business models on a case-by-case basis. While some establishments are run by conglomerates, others are mom-and-pop shops.

 

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