The truth about ‘cat eye’ nails: When your polish might interfere with your MRI
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The truth about ‘cat eye’ nails: When your polish might interfere with your MRI

Indian Express·2h ago·Neutral

What Happened

Magnetic cat eye nail polish contains iron oxide particles creating a shimmering effect. While the trend has gone viral, concerns emerged about MRI safety. Experts confirm minimal iron quantities embedded in hardened polish pose no direct threat, though trace metals could theoretically cause minor image artifacts near scan areas.

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Cat Eye Nail PolishMRIIron OxideCadabams DiagnosticsDr Shreyas CadabamIndian Express

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