Do gel nails cause cancer?

As someone who works in health services, I can tell you there is no strong clinical link between occasional gel nails and cancer. However, the UV rays can cause premature aging on your hands. A simple hack is wearing fingerless UV-protection gloves during the curing process.

I was literally thinking about this yesterday during my appointment and got so nervous! Does anyone else feel a slight burning sensation under the UV light or is it just my imagination? I think I might switch back to normal polish for peace of mind.

Please try not to worry too much about this. The risk from those small UV dryers is very low, but you can always ask your salon if they have LED lights instead, which are safer.

My sister gets gel nails done every month and she researched this a lot because she was also paranoid. Turns out the UV exposure is so minimal that it is basically harmless. Just use some sunscreen on your fingers if you want to be extra safe.

Honestly, I am so sleep-deprived from late-night work shifts that my brain cells are dying faster than any nail lamp could cause damage. Don't overthink it, just get your nails done and sleep peacefully if you get the chance!