Dermatologists say they are treating people for allergic reactions to acrylic and ... penetrating the nail bed and surrounding skin, causing irritation and allergies. Getty Images UV nail gel ...

"MMA can cause allergies, also known as contact dermatitis ... One of the easiest ways to check if there is MMA in your acrylic or nail supplies is to check the ingredient list of your products.

Some individuals who get acrylic nails experience an allergic reaction called contact dermatitis, which is a type of eczema.