Is Gel Polish Safe? FROM AKZENTZ
- Anjanette Bartlett
- Sep 17
- 2 min read
TPO INFORMATION
We’ve compiled the information on this webpage specifically for clients in the European Union, providing a resource to help you stay informed on the TPO ban which came into effect on September 1, 2025.
TPO RESTRICTION
The European Union has banned the use of TPO (Trimethylbenzoyl Diphenylphosphine Oxide) – a UV/LED photoinitiator – in Europe. This ban includes cosmetic products, like nail gels. The ban is effective September 1st, 2025. While not considered dangerous or related to product safety or allergies, the EU is implementing this ban as a precautionary measure.
OUR PROACTIVE RESPONSE
At Akzéntz®, we have reformulated our products in preparation. As reformulations were completed, these reformulated products began shipping to our distribution partners in Europe, starting in March 2025, months ahead of the ban. Currently, only products that are TPO-Free are being shipped to the EU. Our priority is to ensure our products are safe.
We’ve extensively tested the TPO-Free formulas and can confidently say there is no noticeable difference in wear, curing performance, shade/colour, gloss, or the overall durability.
MARKETS OUTSIDE THE EU
Markets outside the EU are not affected by the restriction on TPO. However, due to strong demand, we will now be making our TPO-Free formulations available worldwide.
SECONDARY INGREDIENTS LABELS
To ensure the fastest possible roll-out of TPO-Free formulas, an updated ingredients label is applied during production — this label covers the original ingredients list containing TPO, and correctly identifies the new, TPO-Free formula. For Pro-Formance™ Hard Gels, the ingredients are always listed on the bottom of the jar using a similar label.
Producing entirely new packaging would result in significant delays and unnecessary environmental waste. Applying a secondary ingredients label ensures that clients receive products with updated formulas as efficiently as possible.
The secondary ingredients label reflects the official, registered ingredients and should not be removed.
Cleanliness and Hygiene
You Should know:
HEMA is an ingredient that helps gel polish and builder gel stick to the nail and last longer.
Some people can develop allergic reactions — things like itching, redness, or nail lifting — when uncured product repeatedly touches the skin or isn’t cured properly on the nail.
At Harmony Nail Studio, we use professional-grade equipment to ensure products are cured properly, and precise application so they stay on the nail plate — not the skin. If we ever notice early signs of an allergy, adjustments will be made immediately to keep your nails and skin healthy.
AKZENTZ products are HEMA FREE.
If you are searching for a reliable nail salon in visit Harmony Nail Studio.
See more here👉🏽 https://www.harmonynailstudiobs.com/booking-policy-faqs
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