Summary: Perfectly manicured hands and feet are the norm in 2021, and many of us feel out of place when we choose to abandon what’s socially accepted.<br> But there’s a “toxic trio” of chemicals in nail polish (toluene, formaldehyde and dibutyl phthalate) and these chemicals leak through our nail beds and into our bloodstreams.<br> What’s the true cost, then, of fitting in? Is fitting in worth it if doing so harms our health?<br> This week, I speak with podcast host <a href="http://www.detox.design" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Megan Mikkelson</a>. Megan is passionate about creating a non-toxic home for her daughters and uses her platform to help others become conscious, informed consumers. Today we dive deep into the problems behind conventional nail products and salon services; we also discuss safer nail polish ideas that can seamlessly stand in as alternatives to conventional products.<br> Here’s a preview of this week’s episode:<br> [4:30] Why exactly nail polish is concerning from a health perspective<br> [10:00] Manicures, culture, and the costs associated with “fitting in”<br> [11:45] Gel, dipped, and more: the health and ethical effects associated with our favorite salon treatments<br> [17:30] Eco-friendly and non-toxic nail polish ideas that actually last; plus: incremental nail care tweaks for better health<br> [27:30] Stephanie’s unbiased opinions on Dazzle Dry<br> <br> <br> Resources mentioned in the episode:<br> <br> * <a href="https://amzn.to/2U2CecX" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Karma Naturals nail polish remover</a><br> * <a href="https://dazzledry.com" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Dazzle dry nail system</a><br> * <a href="https://www.toxinfreetalk.com" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Toxin-Free Talk</a>: the podcast<br> * <a href="http://meganmikkelsen.com" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Megan’s Ultimate Safe Swap Guide</a><br> <br> <br> <br> * Thank you to Quince for sponsoring this week’s episode! To get 50-80% off luxury apparel, accessories, home goods, and more go to <a href="https://www.onequince.com/sustainable" target="_blank" rel="noopener">OneQuince.com/SUSTAINABLE</a>.<br> NEW FEATURE! Leave a voicemail with your question and I’ll answer it on-air! Here’s how: State your name then leave the show a message at (508) 960-9046. (This new feature only works with audience participation, so don’t be shy!)<br> <br> * Want more episodes like this one? Check out <a href="https://mamaminimalist.com/190/">#190: How to Curate a Healthy House</a>.<br> * Join our (free!) community <a href="https://www.facebook.com/groups/134165317219800/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">here</a>.<br> * Find your tribe. Sustainable Minimalists are on <a href="https://www.facebook.com/SustainableMinimalists/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Facebook,</a> <a href="https://www.instagram.com/mommyminimalist/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Instagram</a> + <a href="https://www.pinterest.com/mommyminimalist/pins/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Pinterest</a>.<br> <br> <br> <br> <br> <br> <br> <br>
