TPO-Free: Why Our Semi-Cured Gel Nail Wraps Are the Safer Choice

If you’ve seen recent headlines about a European ban on a common gel nail ingredient, you might be wondering what’s really in your gel manicure. The chemical in question is TPO—short for trimethylbenzoyl diphenylphosphine oxide—a photoinitiator used in many gel nail polishes to help them harden under UV or LED light.

As of September 2025, the European Union has banned TPO in cosmetic products, classifying it as a CMR substance (carcinogenic, mutagenic, or toxic to reproduction). While this ban only applies to products sold in the EU, it’s raised important questions for customers everywhere about what’s safe to use—and what’s not.

Our Gel Nail Wraps Are 100% TPO-Free

At Hanny & Chuck, safety and transparency come first. Our semi-cured gel nail wraps are completely TPO-free, meaning they don’t contain the ingredient at the centre of the recent EU ban.

Instead, our wraps use safer, alternative photoinitiators that provide the same long-lasting strength and shine—without the health risks associated with TPO.

When you choose our wraps, you’re choosing:

• ✅ Clean beauty you can trust — no TPO, formaldehyde, DBP, toluene, or parabens

• 💅 Salon-quality performance — gorgeous, glossy nails that last up to two weeks

• 🌿 A gentler choice for you and the planet — vegan, cruelty-free, and phthalate-free

Why “TPO-Free” Matters

Even though TPO helps gel polish cure quickly, it’s not worth the potential health concerns. Many traditional gels still rely on it, especially those manufactured before the EU ban took effect.

By choosing TPO-free wraps, you’re avoiding exposure to a chemical now considered unsafe for use in beauty products—without sacrificing durability, shine, or colour payoff.

For us, being TPO-free isn’t about following trends— it’s about making products we genuinely feel good using ourselves.

Redefining the Clean Beauty Standard

We’ve always held our products to a higher standard. Our semi-cured gel wraps follow the same 18-free principles that define our Nail Polish Wrap Collection—free from the harsh additives often found in traditional gels nail polishes.

From formulation to final product, every step is designed to keep your nails (and you) feeling confident, safe, and stylish.

Ready to make the switch?

Experience the shine, strength, and simplicity of TPO-free gel manicures—without the compromise.

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