When you want your nail polish to stay put for weeks, getting a gel manicure is usually a solid option. Gel polish is typically “cured” by ultraviolet (UV) light, which helps the formula quickly dry ...

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 ...

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A new study showed exposure to UV lights used in gel manicures can damage skin cell DNA. The study's authors said their findings do not prove gel manicures lead to cancer. Cancer risk from gel ...

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ATLANTA - Get a popular gel manicure, and you are going to spend some time under a UV-nail polish dryer to cure the gel and harden the polish. The lamps harden the gel, so that the polish lasts longer ...

STATEN ISLAND, N.Y. – Gel nail polish lamps frequently used at nail salons have been linked to DNA damage and cancer-causing cell mutations, according to multiple media reports citing recent research.

"Hearst Magazines and Yahoo may earn commission or revenue on some items through these links." Lately, in the world of beauty, the gel manicure seems to be persona non grata. Aside from fears that ...

CAN MAKE THAT DECISION FOR YOURSELF. THAT GLOSSY GEL MANICURE MIGHT LOOK FLAWLESS, BUT IT’S WHAT’S INSIDE SOME GEL POLISH THAT’S CAUSING CONCERN AND CHANGES ACROSS THE EUROPEAN UNION. TPO IS TRIMETHYL ...

With the price of beauty treatments continuing to rise, the best at-home gel nail kits are popular for good reason. Part of this ever-growing market means you can now find gel nail kits designed for ...