If you’ve had your nails done by a professional, you’ll know how much of a new woman it makes you feel (and how addictive it is!) It’s an expensive habit to keep, but one that we find ourselves going back for time and time again.
‘Gels Are Better Than Acrylics?’ – WRONG
You might try and steer clear of acrylics to avoid the bad condition they leave your nails in after (but, oh do they look good). Instead you might opt for the more nail- friendly gel option which is undeniably kinder on your nails. It still leaves you with that polished, professional look and saves you from the faff of painting your own nails!
They Are In Fact WORSE Than Acrylics
However, did you know that actually trying to save your nails from the brittle, dryness of acrylics, you could actually be doing them more harm than good?
You May Be Putting Yourself At Risk Of CANCER
Facebook user Lauren Ann uploaded a picture of her best friend’s thumb nail which appeared to have a reddy-brown stripe down the middle of it.
There was absolutely no beating around the bush with the caption attached to the picture:
“That’s what #melanoma looks like on a#thumbnail”
Skin Cancer CAN Develop On Your Nail!
Who knew that you could actually develop SKIN cancer on your NAIL? It’s a real danger that often goes unnoticed or overlooked.
The Cancer Is Caused By The UV Lamps Used For The Application Of Your Gel Nails
The post continued to share how the melanoma was discovered:
“One of my very best friends in the world got gel manicures regularly, like many of us. Prior to her diagnosis I hadn’t put too much thought into the dangers of the UV light so closely to the fingers/nails, especially with some fairly newer chemical compound on them.
Which Is Often Hidden Beneath Your Gel!
“She no longer has this thumbnail because THANK GOD she was smart enough to go to a dermatologist and he diagnosed her with a rare form of cancer and did surgery. Although she very much misses her 10th nail, she is lucky it did not spread”
The price of beauty!
Beauticians Are Often Slated For Not Sharing This Side Effect
The post concluded with an urge to readers to spread the message and be aware of the (although very rare) very real danger of the nail treatment!
Which Is Largely Unknown In Comparison To The Awareness Surrounding The Dangers Of Sun-bed Use
We are all attuned to the dangers of sun-beds and the risk that poses of developing skin cancer, so thinking about it why aren’t we concerned with saturating our nail beds with the same UV light?
Which Has Prompted This Facebook Post To Go Viral
The post obviously rang alarm bells, being shared over 75,000 times!
In An Attempt To Avoid Any Further Diagnoses
Whether it’s yourself or your friend with the gel manicure addiction, just be aware and make sure to keep an eye out for any changes. Nail technicians as well, keep an eye on your client’s talons!
