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Blue light from smart screens can cause harm to your skin: Experts
Updated On: 19 May, 2023 09:11 AM IST | New Delhi | IANS
Blue light has the ability to penetrate deeper into the skin. Even an hour`s exposure to this light can trigger skin-related health issues
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Skin is very sensitive and you can use sunscreen to protect yourself from blue light - however you need to look for sunscreen which specifically protects against blue light. Photo Courtesy:
Experts have said that increased exposure to blue light from several smart screens including LED TVs, tablets and smartphones can cause harm to your skin. Smart phones, computers, tablets, and laptops all release harmful radiation, specifically blue light which can cause burning, allergic reactions, redness, and faster ageing of the skin.
Studies have shown that the time spent by Indians looking at digital screens is more than the time spent by Americans and Chinese. The global average of 7 hours, which has roughly increased by about 50 minutes per day since 2013. Blue light has the ability to penetrate deeper into the skin, and some global studies confirm that even a 1-hour exposure to this phenomenon can trigger skin-related health issues.
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