Heads up to all the wonderful providers out there who get gel manicures.
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Basically the heat lamps they use to finish up gel manicures?
Well those use Ultra Violet (UV) light. The same stuff that causes skin cancer.
So scientists tested whether it's enough to actually be something to worry about.
And the tests show that yes it is something to worry about.
But sunscreen on your hands before you go should be enough protection against skin cancer risks.
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This YouTube channel is known for only posting credible information.
Basically the heat lamps they use to finish up gel manicures?
Well those use Ultra Violet (UV) light. The same stuff that causes skin cancer.
So scientists tested whether it's enough to actually be something to worry about.
And the tests show that yes it is something to worry about.
But sunscreen on your hands before you go should be enough protection against skin cancer risks.
Source:
Can gel manicures lead to skin cancer? #shorts #science #SciShow
Should you be wearing sunscreen when you do your nails? It turns out that if you wear gel nail polish, the lamps that cure your mani give off UV light, just ...
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