Spreading through the blogosphere today is that information has been leaked that the new nail polish collection by American Apparel may contain hazardous materials and is quietly (well may be not anymore) being pulled off the rack. Jezebel reports that a concerned employee passed along this email:
"Hello,
Due to some quality issues with the glassware used in the American Apparel nail polish we are requesting all bottles be taken off the sales floor immediately. We are working closely with our vendor to improve the product, and will be shipping an improved polish within 5-10 days. Please remove the nail polish from the floor and store it in the back. We will let you know how to dispose of it on the Monday back stock conference call.
THE ABOVE IS CONFIDENTIAL INFORMATION FOR EMPLOYEES OF THE COMPANY ONLY. If customers inquire about the nail polish, please inform them that we are preparing our new stock and that they should check back soon. Also, let them know that we are launching 6 new colors for Spring! Give them a card to the store and encourage them to call and check if we've received our new shipment.
Your compliance is appreciated. Please contact me directly with any questions.
Thank you,
[Redacted]"
A little ironic since their main selling point is that the product is DBP, toluene, and formaldehyde free, three toxic chemicals often found in nail polish. Hmmmm.....
Wow! Way to go AA... Perhaps the owner should spend less time canoodling with employees and more time doing quality control?
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