It’s much more durable than standard air-dry polishes, but it requires UV light to cure. [Becky] bought a lamp to use at home, but it’s very bulky and must be plugged into the wall.

Ultraviolet light, also known as UV light, is a form of energy traveling through space. It is a form of electromagnetic radiation with a wavelength shorter (100 - 400 nanometers) than that of visible ...

Opens in a new tab or window Share on LinkedIn. Opens in a new tab or window Cancer risk associated with UV nail lamps appears low, even as researchers asserted that supporting evidence is mostly ...

The latest TikTok tanning trend involves monitoring the UV index and timing sunbathing sessions to when it's high, but ...

Some UV radiation is essential for our wellbeing, and the sun's rays provide warmth and light. But balance is key as UV exposure can also cause dangerous skin damage. We need to control our ...

UV light is an essential tool in thin-layer chromatography. Forensic scientists use UV systems to locate and identify materials or traces of chemicals (e.g., arson accelerants or tagging dyes). UV ...

The risks UV poses are real, but new research suggests it may be time to consider the benefits. According to a study ...

We’ve long been fans of Ledlenser’s torches, but this is the firm’s first work-light. It has taken an unusual approach with the W7R: there’s a UV light instead of a torch. You can also ...

The health benefits of sunshine could outweigh the risks for people living in places with limited sunlight, such as parts of the UK, a study suggests. Exposure to higher levels of ultraviolet (UV) ...