The UV light used during a gel manicure can contribute to both premature hand aging and skin cancer.
Here’s why you should bring sunscreen.
Gel nail polish has really only been popular for the past 10 to 15 years.

At the same time, the amount of exposure is relatively limited, all things considered.
For this, I typically like to bring serum sunscreens because they dry faster, says Dr. Kikam.
Shop three of Dr. Kikams favorite sunscreens along with UV protective gloves below.

board-certified dermatologist and founder of Brown Skin Derm
Its water-resistant so if your hands do get wet during the process, you should be good to go.
They come in black, pink, white, and purple.
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