Scientists Warn That UV Nail Drying Devices Damage DNA

You may be treating yourself to a manicure without realizing that the UV nail polish dryers damage your DNA and may increase your risk of a rare health condition.

STORY AT-A-GLANCE

• Ultraviolet (UV) light nail polish dryers used by nail salons to set nail gel commonly emit UVA light. Researchers have found consistent exposure can increase the risk of developing skin cancer on your fingers

• One 20-minute session under UVA light damages 20% to 30% of DNA, much of which does not repair, and causes mitochondrial dysfunct…