I do gel manis and haven't had that problem, but the packets will eventually evaporate if you don't use them in a reasonable timeframe. But as you said, they aren't messy nor do they have an obnoxious odor, and you can use them without concern for overspray, etc. I always have at least one packet in my wallet jic.

Respectfully,

pat



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