As frequent shoppers of Kmart, we here at the SDC love the retail giant for its budget buys.

However, a recent warning about one of the retailer's popular products is causing serious concern among shoppers.

A concerned mum recently took to a Facebook page for Kmart fans to share her story, hoping to raise awareness of the potential danger of Kmart’s $5 fake nails.

In her post, she said that while she was putting the OXX fake nails onto her nine-year-old daughter, the glue dripped onto her skin, burning through no less than three layers of clothing in the process.

The mum wrote: 'The elves gave these nails to my nine-year-old a couple of nights ago. I went to put them on her on Sunday arvo when the glue dripped on me.'

A blurred photo of the mum’s injury along with a warning written on the product’s label. Credit: Kmart/Facebook.

Much to the mum’s dismay, the glue caused an intense burn that went through three layers of material (underwear and tights included) and left her skin permanently scarred.

'I had to rip it off and took a few layers of skin with it along with ripping holes in all three layers of material,' she continued.

'I am so glad it happened before I put the nails on my young daughter’s nails. If it did that to me what would it do to a child’s nail bed?'

The post was accompanied by a blurred image of her injury, prompting many other shoppers to express their concern and share similar experiences they have had with Kmart nail kits.

Several people urged the mum to go to the nearest medical centre to get a proper medical check-up, with one user writing: 'I hope you sort medical care as soon as possible. Even the blurred pic that looks more than first degree.'

'Gee that looks like a nasty burn. Definitely report to Kmart! I’ve also used their nail kits before and the glue it comes with has damaged my skin – but nothing like what you experienced. This stuff should not be for sale, especially when it’s so appealing to young children,' another shared.

A mother has issued a warning about Kmart's OXX fake nails. Credit: Kmart.

Several shoppers shared their own experiences to persuade other members of the Facebook group to either return or get rid of their unopened nail kits from Kmart immediately.

One person recalled: 'This exact same thing happened to me with the Kmart nail glue. I have a terrible scar on my leg. It burnt a hole through my jeans, it even smoked. Horrendous.'

'Similar thing happened to my daughter last night. Burnt her and me!' another recalled.

A third chimed in: 'Yup, this burnt my daughter’s skin on her thighs! Was horrible.'

One shopper argued that the burn is a normal chemical reaction and that the product should not be pulled out of Kmart shelves, despite acknowledging that it is only meant for use by individuals older than 15 years old.

They pointed out: 'I feel for you, and I have had this happen to myself before but this is nothing to report to Kmart about. That is a normal chemical reaction.'

'It is an adhesive bonding glue, specifically Ethyl 2-Cyanoacrylate and Polymethyl Methacrylate. There is a caution warning on the packaging that says this is not suitable for children under 15 years of age, so even if your child was the one burnt, there is nothing Kmart can do.'

Another supported the claim, saying: 'It is perfectly safe to use on your nails even direct contact with skin is perfectly fine. When the glue comes into contact with cotton or other fibres, that’s what causes the reaction, any nail glue will do that.'

Kmart has yet to comment on the incident.

Key Takeaways

• In a Facebook group for Kmart fans, one mum warned other shoppers how a $5 item from the store caused her a horrible injury after the glue dripped onto her skin.
• Many shoppers urged the woman to report this to Kmart and seek medical attention.
• Other shoppers shared their own experiences with Kmart nail kits, convincing many to return or dispose of unopened kits.
• Some pointed out that this particular product isn't meant for children under 15, and that the burn likely was a 'normal chemical reaction'.

Members, while it's understandable that you want to save a few bucks on certain purchases, it's important to read up on product information, so that you know it's safe to use on yourself and/or your family.

We don't want any of our members to suffer the same painful experience as this mum did, so it's worth bearing in mind the risks of certain products.

What are your thoughts on this? Have you experienced a similar incident before? What did you do? Share your stories with us in the comments below.

 

[Winwow]

As frequent shoppers of Kmart, we here at the SDC love the retail giant for its budget buys.

However, a recent warning about one of the retailer's popular products is causing serious concern among shoppers.

A concerned mum recently took to a Facebook page for Kmart fans to share her story, hoping to raise awareness of the potential danger of Kmart’s $5 fake nails.

In her post, she said that while she was putting the OXX fake nails onto her nine-year-old daughter, the glue dripped onto her skin, burning through no less than three layers of clothing in the process.

The mum wrote: 'The elves gave these nails to my nine-year-old a couple of nights ago. I went to put them on her on Sunday arvo when the glue dripped on me.'

A blurred photo of the mum’s injury along with a warning written on the product’s label. Credit: Kmart/Facebook.

Much to the mum’s dismay, the glue caused an intense burn that went through three layers of material (underwear and tights included) and left her skin permanently scarred.

'I had to rip it off and took a few layers of skin with it along with ripping holes in all three layers of material,' she continued.

'I am so glad it happened before I put the nails on my young daughter’s nails. If it did that to me what would it do to a child’s nail bed?'

The post was accompanied by a blurred image of her injury, prompting many other shoppers to express their concern and share similar experiences they have had with Kmart nail kits.

Several people urged the mum to go to the nearest medical centre to get a proper medical check-up, with one user writing: 'I hope you sort medical care as soon as possible. Even the blurred pic that looks more than first degree.'

'Gee that looks like a nasty burn. Definitely report to Kmart! I’ve also used their nail kits before and the glue it comes with has damaged my skin – but nothing like what you experienced. This stuff should not be for sale, especially when it’s so appealing to young children,' another shared.

A mother has issued a warning about Kmart's OXX fake nails. Credit: Kmart.

Several shoppers shared their own experiences to persuade other members of the Facebook group to either return or get rid of their unopened nail kits from Kmart immediately.

One person recalled: 'This exact same thing happened to me with the Kmart nail glue. I have a terrible scar on my leg. It burnt a hole through my jeans, it even smoked. Horrendous.'

'Similar thing happened to my daughter last night. Burnt her and me!' another recalled.

A third chimed in: 'Yup, this burnt my daughter’s skin on her thighs! Was horrible.'

One shopper argued that the burn is a normal chemical reaction and that the product should not be pulled out of Kmart shelves, despite acknowledging that it is only meant for use by individuals older than 15 years old.

They pointed out: 'I feel for you, and I have had this happen to myself before but this is nothing to report to Kmart about. That is a normal chemical reaction.'

'It is an adhesive bonding glue, specifically Ethyl 2-Cyanoacrylate and Polymethyl Methacrylate. There is a caution warning on the packaging that says this is not suitable for children under 15 years of age, so even if your child was the one burnt, there is nothing Kmart can do.'

Another supported the claim, saying: 'It is perfectly safe to use on your nails even direct contact with skin is perfectly fine. When the glue comes into contact with cotton or other fibres, that’s what causes the reaction, any nail glue will do that.'

Kmart has yet to comment on the incident.

Key Takeaways

• In a Facebook group for Kmart fans, one mum warned other shoppers how a $5 item from the store caused her a horrible injury after the glue dripped onto her skin.
• Many shoppers urged the woman to report this to Kmart and seek medical attention.
• Other shoppers shared their own experiences with Kmart nail kits, convincing many to return or dispose of unopened kits.
• Some pointed out that this particular product isn't meant for children under 15, and that the burn likely was a 'normal chemical reaction'.

Members, while it's understandable that you want to save a few bucks on certain purchases, it's important to read up on product information, so that you know it's safe to use on yourself and/or your family.

We don't want any of our members to suffer the same painful experience as this mum did, so it's worth bearing in mind the risks of certain products.

What are your thoughts on this? Have you experienced a similar incident before? What did you do? Share your stories with us in the comments below.

 

[Winwow]

It has a warning on the box BUT maybe the packaging should contain a better more comprehensive description within the warning. We should be aware some items are dangerous if not handled correctly. Even hot water comes with a warning but it’s up to us to use it correctly

 

[Suzanne rose]

Who would anyone glue these nails on their 9 year old daughter.

One thing I hate is children getting acrylics or anything similar. IT DAMAGES NAILS

My daughters ( they were in their 20s )would always get acrylics but the damage they did was shocking although they will still get them for special occasions.

I've gotten them as well but after they are removed your nails are like paper thin.

I don't use any beauty products from kmart .

Like with most things you get what you pay for.

My daughter used a moisturiser from kmart and broke out in a bad rash that also made her skin dry out.

 

[Ricci]

I know they didn't get as far as her daughter but why would you even contemplate putting them on a nine year old? Let her be a kid, there's plenty of time to be grown up.
I think acrylic nail look absolutely awful anyway, why anyone would want them is beyond me, they look false and most have them far too long they look like talons and must make everyday living almost impossible.

 

[RobD]

As frequent shoppers of Kmart, we here at the SDC love the retail giant for its budget buys.

However, a recent warning about one of the retailer's popular products is causing serious concern among shoppers.

A concerned mum recently took to a Facebook page for Kmart fans to share her story, hoping to raise awareness of the potential danger of Kmart’s $5 fake nails.

In her post, she said that while she was putting the OXX fake nails onto her nine-year-old daughter, the glue dripped onto her skin, burning through no less than three layers of clothing in the process.

The mum wrote: 'The elves gave these nails to my nine-year-old a couple of nights ago. I went to put them on her on Sunday arvo when the glue dripped on me.'

A blurred photo of the mum’s injury along with a warning written on the product’s label. Credit: Kmart/Facebook.

Much to the mum’s dismay, the glue caused an intense burn that went through three layers of material (underwear and tights included) and left her skin permanently scarred.

'I had to rip it off and took a few layers of skin with it along with ripping holes in all three layers of material,' she continued.

'I am so glad it happened before I put the nails on my young daughter’s nails. If it did that to me what would it do to a child’s nail bed?'

The post was accompanied by a blurred image of her injury, prompting many other shoppers to express their concern and share similar experiences they have had with Kmart nail kits.

Several people urged the mum to go to the nearest medical centre to get a proper medical check-up, with one user writing: 'I hope you sort medical care as soon as possible. Even the blurred pic that looks more than first degree.'

'Gee that looks like a nasty burn. Definitely report to Kmart! I’ve also used their nail kits before and the glue it comes with has damaged my skin – but nothing like what you experienced. This stuff should not be for sale, especially when it’s so appealing to young children,' another shared.

A mother has issued a warning about Kmart's OXX fake nails. Credit: Kmart.

Several shoppers shared their own experiences to persuade other members of the Facebook group to either return or get rid of their unopened nail kits from Kmart immediately.

One person recalled: 'This exact same thing happened to me with the Kmart nail glue. I have a terrible scar on my leg. It burnt a hole through my jeans, it even smoked. Horrendous.'

'Similar thing happened to my daughter last night. Burnt her and me!' another recalled.

A third chimed in: 'Yup, this burnt my daughter’s skin on her thighs! Was horrible.'

One shopper argued that the burn is a normal chemical reaction and that the product should not be pulled out of Kmart shelves, despite acknowledging that it is only meant for use by individuals older than 15 years old.

They pointed out: 'I feel for you, and I have had this happen to myself before but this is nothing to report to Kmart about. That is a normal chemical reaction.'

'It is an adhesive bonding glue, specifically Ethyl 2-Cyanoacrylate and Polymethyl Methacrylate. There is a caution warning on the packaging that says this is not suitable for children under 15 years of age, so even if your child was the one burnt, there is nothing Kmart can do.'

Another supported the claim, saying: 'It is perfectly safe to use on your nails even direct contact with skin is perfectly fine. When the glue comes into contact with cotton or other fibres, that’s what causes the reaction, any nail glue will do that.'

Kmart has yet to comment on the incident.

Key Takeaways

• In a Facebook group for Kmart fans, one mum warned other shoppers how a $5 item from the store caused her a horrible injury after the glue dripped onto her skin.
• Many shoppers urged the woman to report this to Kmart and seek medical attention.
• Other shoppers shared their own experiences with Kmart nail kits, convincing many to return or dispose of unopened kits.
• Some pointed out that this particular product isn't meant for children under 15, and that the burn likely was a 'normal chemical reaction'.

Members, while it's understandable that you want to save a few bucks on certain purchases, it's important to read up on product information, so that you know it's safe to use on yourself and/or your family.

We don't want any of our members to suffer the same painful experience as this mum did, so it's worth bearing in mind the risks of certain products.

What are your thoughts on this? Have you experienced a similar incident before? What did you do? Share your stories with us in the comments below.

Gives more meaning to the phrase "buy cheap, pay twice".