Glam and Glits
Glam and Glits Builder Gel
Contains: HEMA, BMA
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Amazon customer rating4.4 / 5
Medium Risk
BMA in Nail Products — Uses and Concerns
Editorial review: BuilderGel.app team · Updated · Ingredient-source review, not medical advice
Also known as: Butyl Methacrylate, n-Butyl methacrylate
About BMA
BMA (Butyl Methacrylate) is a methacrylate monomer used in some nail gel formulations. Its sensitization potential is considered lower than HEMA or HPMA, but it remains a methacrylate with potential for cross-reactivity in sensitized individuals. We classify it as medium risk.
Products Containing BMA (5)
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Modelones
Modelones Hard Gel — Sculpting Clear
Contains: HEMA, EGDMA, BMA
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Contains: HEMA, BMA
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Amazon customer rating4.5 / 5
Flagged ingredients disclosed
Contains: HEMA, EGDMA, BMA
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Amazon customer rating4.6 / 5
BMA-Free Alternatives
These products are marked HEMA-free in our database and do not disclose BMA. They are lower-risk starting points, not allergy-proof choices.
Modelones
Modelones Builder Gel Clear
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Amazon customer rating4.7 / 5
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Modelones Builder Gel Nude Pink
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Amazon customer rating4.6 / 5
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Modelones BIAB Builder Gel
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Amazon customer rating4.5 / 5
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Beetles Builder Gel Clear
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Amazon customer rating4.6 / 5
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What is BMA?
BMA (Butyl Methacrylate) is a methacrylate monomer used in some nail gel formulations. Its sensitization potential is considered lower than HEMA or HPMA, but it remains a methacrylate with potential for cross-reactivity in sensitized individuals. We classify it as medium risk.
Why does BuilderGel.app flag BMA?
BMA is classified as medium risk in our system. Methacrylate monomer. Lower sensitization risk than HEMA but still potentially reactive.
What are other names for BMA on ingredient labels?
BMA may also appear as: Butyl Methacrylate, n-Butyl methacrylate.
Ingredient Disclaimer
This page is educational and does not diagnose allergy. Ingredient labels and formulas can change; verify the current package and ask a healthcare professional if you have symptoms or a known acrylate allergy.