Are Stikily gel stickers safe and TPO-free? Here is what you should know
TL;DR
Stikily gel stickers contain no TPO (Trimethylbenzoyl diphenylphosphine oxide) at all, making them a safer alternative even before the new 2025 EU cosmetics regulation. The result is a long-lasting, salon-quality manicure at home – without touching a single chemical that’s about to be banned.
What is TPO and why is it being banned in the EU?
TPO (the full name already sounds scary: Trimethylbenzoyl diphenylphosphine oxide) is a photoinitiator found in many conventional gel polishes. Its job is to cure the gel under UV light. Sounds cool – until you read that it’s a reproductive toxin and an allergen. Not exactly a substance you’d want on your cuticles.
As of September 1, 2025, the use of TPO is banned in all cosmetic products in the EU according to Regulation (EU) 2025/877. Why such a drastic step? Because TPO is now officially listed as a CMR substance – a carcinogenic, mutagenic, or reprotoxic chemical under the CLP Regulation (EU) 2024/197.
Simple: any product containing TPO after that date will be illegal to sell or use.
Do Stikily gel stickers contain TPO?
No. We don’t touch the stuff!
Stikily gel stickers are 100% TPO-free today. We have consciously chosen alternative UV-reactive polymers and resin blends that provide the same strong and glossy result – without the risk.
While many salon brands are only now rushing to develop new formulas, Stikily is already far ahead. If “non-toxic gel polish” was on your 2025 wishlist, consider it done.
How do TPO-free gel stickers differ from regular gel polishes?
Here is a comparison
Regular gel polishes (like in a salon):
– Bottled gel polish – often with TPO
– UV lamp (we use one too – we’ll explain in a moment)
– Removal by soaking in acetone or scraping like a medieval punishment …
Stikily gel stickers:
– Are pre-designed gel stickers – shaped, formed, and completely TPO-free
– You stick them directly onto a cleaned nail
– They cure with a mini UV lamp (included in the starter kit)
– They last up to 3 weeks
– You remove them in a warm oil bath with dental floss (yes, it works)
We have essentially replicated the salon result – without the suspicious chemicals, high price, and time commitment.
What do gel polish stickers contain?
Every Stikily gel sticker is made from real gel polish (gelac), just without the malicious ingredients like TPO.
Specifically, here is what’s inside:
– Acrylate polymers – provide flexibility and strength
– Non-TPO photoinitiators – react to UV to form a hard and smooth surface
– Design elements – patterns, colors, and details you’d pay three times more for at a salon
The design and shape are already done. You only: choose a design, stick it on, cure under the UV lamp, and voilà – nails like a 2-hour manicure session … (Except you didn’t book anything.)
Are home gel polish kits safe?
If your current gel polish contains TPO, it might not be the best idea. Especially with long-term use.
But Stikily gel stickers? We offer home users a completely TPO-free UV-reactive alternative with proven safety. For us, home use means:
– No toxic remover
– No acetone soaking
– The nail plate remains undamaged if you follow the instructions
We also have a truly bold guarantee: if it doesn’t work, a 30-day money-back guarantee!
What happens to brands that still use TPO after autumn 2025?
They should no longer be operating on the market …
The EU regulation clearly states – from September 1, 2025, products containing TPO may not be marketed, sold, or used. This is a big deal (reference: Estonian Health Board). The goal? To reduce chemical exposure in everyday beauty products and protect consumers’ long-term health.
Why are gel stickers a smarter and safer choice today?
Using stickers makes perfect sense right now because:
– No suspicious ingredients – you know exactly what’s coming into contact with your body
– Fast and DIY-friendly – a whole set can be applied in about 15 minutes
– Salon result – high-gloss, durable, and professional finish
– Chemical-free removal – goodbye acetone smell, hello oil bath – your cuticles will thank you
– Reusable UV lamp in the starter kit (and with a discount, you get it practically for free)
– Over 100+ design choices – classic, glossy, glitter, French manicure – your mood, your nails
As TPO disappears from the beauty world, gel stickers are simply the more sensible choice.
Where can I buy TPO-free gel stickers?
Now for a bit of honest promo:
– Go to the Stikily e-shop
– Get the gel sticker starter kit (currently -25%). The kit includes a UV lamp + 2 sets of gel + a reusable cosmetic bag
And more:
– Free shipping from €35
– Permanent discount for registered users (-€1 per product)
– You can also find stickers in stores: I.LU in Tallinn, Tartu, Pärnu + Prismas (Kristiine & Rocca al Mare)
We give birthday discounts and reward reviewers with discount codes. The outlet section has deals on seasonal and almost-gone products.
Forget the toxicity, enjoy the look – and do it with a sticker.
In case of problems, for recommendations, or even just to talk nails, write to: kiri@stikily.ee – we always reply.
References:
– European Regulation (EU) 2025/877
– CLP Regulation Amendment (EU) 2024/197
– Estonian Health Board notice on the TPO ban
