Keskinkaya, ZeynepMermutlu, Selda IsikKaya, OzgeCakir, Haile2025-01-272025-01-2720240105-18731600-0536https://doi.org/10.1111/cod.14548https://hdl.handle.net/20.500.12428/22326Background: Artificial nail modelling systems (ANMS) pose a significant risk for nail stylists and their clients regarding acrylate sensitization, which might jeopardize the use of acrylate-containing medical devices. Objectives: To evaluate the frequency of artificial nail practices among female healthcare workers (HCWs) compared with controls and assess ANMS-related side effects. Methods: In this comparative, cross-sectional, single-centre study, a face-to-face interview with 200 female HCWs and 200 age-matched female dermatology patients (controls) was conducted regarding the use of ANMS between March and November 2023. Results: Among 400 participants (median age: 25), 85 (21.3%) have applied ANMS at least once. The prevalence of ANMS application was significantly higher in HCWs (n = 54/200, 27%) compared with controls (n = 31/200, 15.5%) (p < 0.05). Long-lasting nail polish was the most commonly preferred technique (n = 82/85, 96.5%). ANMS were mainly performed in nail studios by nail stylists (n = 79/85, 92.9%), while three participants were using home kits. Nail brittleness was the most frequently reported side effect (n = 19/85, 22.4%). No case of allergic contact dermatitis (ACD) was detected. Conclusions: The popularity of ANMS among young female HCWs is growing. This striking trend might further put these individuals not only at risk of medical device-related adverse events but also occupational ACD.eninfo:eu-repo/semantics/openAccess2-hydroxyethyl methacrylateacrylatesallergic contact dermatitisartificial nail modelling systemshealthcare workerlong-lasting nail polishoccupationalArticle911384410.1111/cod.14548N/AWOS:0011947540000012-s2.0-8518963274238561321Q1