Nail Manufacturers Council Publications
The Professional Beauty Association (“PBA”) is a non-profit, trade association that has, in various forms, for over 100 years, represented manufacturers, distributors, and salons, with an exclusive focus on the professional, salon industry. PBA membership includes the leading manufacturers and distributors of professional-use, salon cosmetic products, representing about ninety percent (90%) of the products sold in the salon industry.
In 1990, the PBA sponsored the creation of the Nail Manufacturers' Council ("NMC"). The NMC comprises the leading manufacturers of nail care products sold to, and used in, professional salons. NMC members cooperate with the association to assure the dissemination of education, training, and technical information concerning nail care products. Through the NMC, PBA seeks to build a model of intra-industry cooperation for the safe and environmentally sound delivery of nail care products. The NMC, like the PBA, has been active in working with international, federal, and state bodies to maintain high professional standards and ensure the safety of industry professionals and their customers, as well as the communities they serve.
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Get the perspective and balance the CA DTSC report failed to provide
California Department of Toxic Substances Control Report on Nail Products Lacks Perspective and Balance Says the Professional Beauty Association’s (PBA) - Nail Manufacturers Council (NMC)
UV Nail Lamp Study.
Yes, UV Nail Lamps are safe for use – find out just how little the exposure really is.
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Gel Manicures and Pedicures
The next big thing in nails--what, why, and how.
Guideline for Cleaning and Disinfecting Manicuring and Enhancement Equipment
A handy reference for Nail Professionals on proper manicure & enhancement equipment cleaning/disinfecting
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Guidelines for Controlling and Minimizing Inhalation Exposure to Nail Products
A “must have” for Nail Professionals to minimize inhalation exposure in the salon
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Pedicure Equipment Cleaning and Disinfecting Procedures
Learn how to avoid build-up in pedicure tub pipes, helping to keep equipment running at peak performance
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Guidelines for Controlling and Minimizing Skin Exposure to Nail Products
Using these guidelines will help ensure healthy nail product application
Nail Hardeners: Formaldehyde or Formalin?
What is really used in those nail hardeners? Here’s the facts.
Protecting the Health of Nail Salon Workers - A Guide
Questions about how to read an MSDS? Want to upgrade your safe working habits? Reading this guide will help.
Nail Salon Workers: Health and Safety, Working Conditions, Compensation, and Demographics.
Discover why being a nail salon worker can be a good thing.
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Facts About Salon Nail Polish Products For Consumers
Worried about what’s in your nail polish? Learn the facts and rest assured.
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Methyl Methacrylate Monomers
What is MMA? Why shouldn’t it be used in nail enhancement products?
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Oprah Rumor Article
If Looks Could Kill....get to the bottom of the latest beauty scares....and rest assured.
What to Look Out for in a Nail Salon
Feel comfortable entering a salon by looking for key indicators of good hygiene and proper application
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Ergonomic Basics For Nail Professionals
Repetitive stress injury can be avoided– learn how in this helpful brochure.
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"Investigation of the Potential for Microbial Contamination in Nail Polish (2008)"
Nail polish brushes are safe for use on multiple clients – learn the details here.
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