The Rwanda Standards Board (RSB) banned the use of UV nail polish dryers in beauty salons across the country on March 11.
This was the result of an RSB inspection. During the inspection, it was discovered that
some machines did not meet standards, posing potential health risks to clients.
As a result, the RSB advised anyone in possession of UV nail polish dryers to have them inspected.
This was done to ensure that they were safe to use on clients.
The move, however, has angered a number of salon owners.
RSB called for business importers of these machines to have a valid accredited laboratory license showing that the UV nail polish dryers are up to international standards.
