Dibutyl phthalate (DBP) – A plasticiser. There are many phthalates, some not appropriate for cosmetics. This version is suitable but has mostly been removed from nail polish due to association with non-cosmetic versions.
DBP
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Dibutyl phthalate (DBP) – A plasticiser. There are many phthalates, some not appropriate for cosmetics. This version is suitable but has mostly been removed from nail polish due to association with non-cosmetic versions.