manicures

Grandmother claims manicures saved her life after her beauty technician spotted signs of lung cancer

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A grandmother claims her monthly manicures saved her life – after her nail technician spotted signs of lung cancer from her nails. Joan Martindale, from Tutbury, Staffordshire, noticed her fingernails and toenails getting wider, bulbous and starting to curve – predominantly on her big toes – earlier this year. The symptoms are collectively known as … Read more

Can gel manicures give you skin cancer? Top dermatologist explains

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Gel manicures dry instantly, are resilient to chips, and last up to a month – weeks longer than a standard paint job.  However, those glossy, strong tips may come with risks – such as infections, aging skin, and skin cancer.  Studies on gel manicures are scant, largely given that technique varies wildly between salons.  But … Read more