Are Gel Nails Safe or Can the UV Light Cause Skin Cancer?
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Studies show that UV light can increase your risk of skin cancer, but does that mean gel manicures are dangerous? We asked experts about gel nails and cancer risk.
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Gel UV Nail Lights: A Risk for Skin Cancer?
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Ask the Expert: Are the UV Lamps in the Dryers at the Nail Salon
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Is the Black Line on Your Nail Normal or Melanoma? How To tell
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The Truth About Gel Nails: Is the UV Lamp Really Safe?
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Can I get cancer from UV lights at nail salon?
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Manicures, UV Drying Lamps, and Skin Cancer Risks
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How getting your nails done could KILL you - as doc warns it's 'as
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UV Nail Polish Dryers May Cause Skin Cancer
Science: UV light used in nail dryers causes DNA damage in the lab
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Are UV Nail Lamps Safe Can UV Light Cause Cancer?
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