Is nail polish remover damaging to the skin?

I sort of got nail polish on my face (don't ask) so I tried to get it off with soap but I couldn't. I couldn't just leave it there so I dabbed nail polish remover on my face and then washed it off. Will this damage my skin?Is nail polish remover damaging to the skin?
Nail polish remove contains acetone. You should avoid contact with the skin as much as possible, in particular sensitive skin, the eyes, etc.








This is from the MSDS for acetone (see link to the left):





Inhalation:


Inhalation of vapors irritates the respiratory tract. May cause coughing, dizziness, dullness, and headache. Higher concentrations can produce central nervous system depression, narcosis, and unconsciousness.


Ingestion:


Swallowing small amounts is not likely to produce harmful effects. Ingestion of larger amounts may produce abdominal pain, nausea and vomiting. Aspiration into lungs can produce severe lung damage and is a medical emergency. Other symptoms are expected to parallel inhalation.


Skin Contact:


Irritating due to defatting action on skin. Causes redness, pain, drying and cracking of the skin.


Eye Contact:


Vapors are irritating to the eyes. Splashes may cause severe irritation, with stinging, tearing, redness and pain.


Chronic Exposure:


Prolonged or repeated skin contact may produce severe irritation or dermatitis.


Aggravation of Pre-existing Conditions:


Use of alcoholic beverages enhances toxic effects. Exposure may increase the toxic potential of chlorinated hydrocarbons, such as chloroform, trichloroethane.





First Aid Measures








Inhalation:


Remove to fresh air. If not breathing, give artificial respiration. If breathing is difficult, give oxygen. Get medical attention.


Ingestion:


Aspiration hazard. If swallowed, vomiting may occur spontaneously, but DO NOT INDUCE. If vomiting occurs, keep head below hips to prevent aspiration into lungs. Never give anything by mouth to an unconscious person. Call a physician immediately.


Skin Contact:


Immediately flush skin with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes. Remove contaminated clothing and shoes. Get medical attention. Wash clothing before reuse. Thoroughly clean shoes before reuse.


Eye Contact:


Immediately flush eyes with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes, lifting upper and lower eyelids occasionally. Get medical attention.Is nail polish remover damaging to the skin?
No, this one little time will not DAMAGE your skin but you need to be careful. Cleanse, tone and moisturize your skin or what ever you do when you wash your face and go on with life. While you might not understand the MSDS that I saw posted from another user, read what she posted so you know how toxic it can be and just don't do it again; you'll be fine. : )