Jan. 23, 2023, 4:49 PM PST
By Aria Bendix
A recent study found that radiation from UV nail dryers can damage DNA and cause mutations in human cells — which in turn is linked to a risk of cancer.
For more than a decade, researchers have suspected that the ultraviolet nail dryers used for gel manicures might be associated with a higher risk of skin cancer if they are used routinely. The dryers expose people to ultraviolet A (UVA) radiation, which is known to cause skin cancer from other sources, such as sun exposure and tanning beds.
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