As it turns out, she uses UV gel nail polish. It’s much more durable than standard air-dry polishes, but it requires UV light to cure. [Becky] bought a lamp to use at home, but it’s very ...

Opens in a new tab or window Share on LinkedIn. Opens in a new tab or window Cancer risk associated with UV nail lamps appears low, even as researchers asserted that supporting evidence is mostly ...

Radiation from nail dryers may damage DNA and cause cancer-causing mutations in human cells, a study has found - and that ...

Gel nails are made with a gel-based polish that hardens under a UV or LED light. They offer a more natural look and feel than ...

Ultraviolet light exposure from the sun and devices like tanning beds is known to damage skin cells, which can lead to an increased risk of cancer and premature aging. Nail technicians use UV ...

I’ve become somewhat disillusioned with gel manicures lately. Sure, they last forever, look great and take the effort out of ...

I get my nails done every month, and am always looking for long-lasting manicure. Last month, I tried the trendy Russian ...

Exposure also ages the skin that supports a healthy nail. The Skin Cancer Foundation recommends applying sunscreen to your hands at least 20 minutes before your hands are exposed to UV light.

Gel nails are made with a liquid gel formula that's a mix of acrylic monomers that harden under UV light, creating that smooth, glossy finish. The formula used for shellac nails, however ...

Moving on to gel nail polish, Adigun says the product is safe but that she does have some concerns about it. First, gel manicures are hardened with ultraviolet (UV) light, the same type of ...

But anyone can use it with a bit of practice. What We Love: It preserves nail integrity. What We Don’t Love: Accessories like the UV lamp and brushes could be higher quality. When it comes to ...