Gel manicure safety: What to know about UV nail dryers and cancer ... - NPR
WEBJan 26, 2023 · A new study finds that UV dryers for gel nail polish can damage DNA and mutate cells, confirming dermatologists' safety concerns. There are precautions you can take and alternatives to...
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WEBJan 24, 2023 · A study found that radiation from UV nail dryers used for gel manicures can damage DNA and cause mutations in human cells.
Are Gel Manicures Safe? What to Know About UV Light and …
WEBFeb 7, 2023 · New research shows that the UV light in nail lamps could be harmful to your health, but you may not need to cancel your next appointment.
UV dryers for gel nails can harm DNA, study says. Should I use …
WEBJan 21, 2023 · Exposure to ultraviolet radiation is known to cause skin damage, including skin cancer. Now, new research has raised questions about the safety of nail dryers, which use UV light to dry and cure...
Are Gel Manicures Safe? UV Exposure, Skin Cancer Risk To Consider - TODAY
WEBJan 31, 2023 · Gel manicures require exposure to ultraviolet light for the polish to harden. Dermatologist weighs in on how that impacts skin cancer risk on the hands, nails.
Is UV Light for Nails Safe? Dermatologists Weigh In on New …
WEBJan 31, 2023 · A new study published in Nature Communications found that the UV lights commonly used in gel manicures can damage DNA and cause cell mutations. The study used both human and mouse...
Are Gel Nails Safe or Can the UV Light Cause Skin Cancer? - SELF
WEBApr 4, 2023 · Studies show that UV light can increase your risk of skin cancer, but does that mean gel manicures are dangerous? We asked experts about gel nails and cancer risk.
Are Gel Manicures Safe? A Study Says UV Nail Dryers May Pose …
WEBFeb 6, 2023 · A new study conducted by researchers at the University of California San Diego found that the radiation emitted by the UV nail dryers typically used for gel manicures can result in significant cell death, damage DNA in skin cells, and cause cell mutations that may lead to skin cancer.
UV Light Can Dry Nails Quickly — But Are They Safe? - InStyle
WEBMay 22, 2023 · Do you have to use a UV lamp after getting a gel manicure? Yes. The UV rays help the gel polish polymerize, or harden, which is what makes the formula so durable, and dry so quickly.
Are Gel Manicures Dangerous? New Study On UV Lamp Risks - Refinery29
WEBAug 31, 2023 · With this new evidence — that radiation from UV nail lamps can damage DNA and cause irreversible mutations (a precursor to skin cancer) in human cells — it begs the question: How worried...