Current evidence shows skin cancer risk from UV gel-drying lamps is low — but not zero. For those with repeated exposure, experts recommend using sunscreen. The gel nail polish ingredient ...

A new study found that exposure to the UV light can kill cells and cause mutations that are typically seen in skin cancer Vanessa Etienne is a Staff Writer for PEOPLE on the Health team. She joined ...

A big question surrounding gel manicures is if the UV nail lamp used to cure the polish is safe for the skin. This topic has long been debated, with numerous studies over the last few decades ...

Gel manicures have risen in popularity because they dry fast and last long. However, concerns have surfaced regarding the UV light used to cure the polish, prompting some nail salons to offer UV ...

New research shows that UV-nail polish dryers, typically used to cure gel manicures, can cause DNA damage in your hands. UV rays are known to cause skin cancer at high exposures, but very little ...

In case you missed it: A study published on the 17th of January found that radiation from UV nail lamps can damage DNA and cause irreversible mutations (a precursor to skin cancer) in human cells. “As ...

As one of the most popular manicure options, gel nails are commonly offered at salons as a long-lasting, chip-free ...

"Hearst Magazines and Yahoo may earn commission or revenue on some items through these links." Regular nail polish will always be a mainstay for me, but I also don’t see myself breaking up with gel ...

The SUNUV Gel Nail Polish Kit with UV Light has been ranked the best overall gel nail kit in the US, according to BuyerReviews.com. Featuring 12 vibrant gel colors, a UV curing lamp, and essential ...

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