Does getting gel manicures increase my skin cancer risk?
April 06, 2026
April 06, 2026
ALEXANDRIA, Virginia, April 6 -- The Prevent Cancer Foundation issued the following news:
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Does getting gel manicures increase my skin cancer risk?
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Who doesn't love a trip to the nail salon? For some people, that includes a gel manicure-known for its glossy finish and long-lasting wear. But if you've ever placed your hands under a UV or LED lamp to "cure" the gel polish, you may have wondered: Is this UV exposure some . . .
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Does getting gel manicures increase my skin cancer risk?
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Who doesn't love a trip to the nail salon? For some people, that includes a gel manicure-known for its glossy finish and long-lasting wear. But if you've ever placed your hands under a UV or LED lamp to "cure" the gel polish, you may have wondered: Is this UV exposure some . . .