I get asked a lot of questions about resin safety. One question that pops up from time to time is: "Can I work with resin if I'm pregnant?" I want to start out by saying I'm not a medical expert, so I'm not qualified to give advice. But with 16+ years of resin experience, I can HELP YOU FIND the information you need to make an informed decision . Resin is made of chemicals that can be hazardous if not used properly. Even with resins that have little or no odour, there are still potential risks to be aware of. There is the chance of inhaling fumes as well as getting resin on your skin. Whether you're pregnant or not, whenever you use resin, you need the following: gloves to keep sticky resin off your skin (resin is a skin sensitiser and can cause skin irritation ) good ventilation so you don't breathe in fumes protective eyewear, in case of splashes protective clothing to keep drips and spills from both your skin and your clothes Safety with resin is a se...
