Myth vs Truth: Are LED/UV Lamps Harmful to Skin?
- edwardlinnyu
- Dec 8, 2025
- 1 min read
Many clients worry about lamp exposure during gel manicures.
Satomi hears this question often:
“Is the lamp bad for my skin?”
Here’s what matters:
Truth #1: LED Lamps Emit Very Low UV
LED gel lamps use a narrow UV spectrum at low intensity.Exposure per session is far lower than:
outdoor sunlight
using a phone outside
sitting near a window
Health experts consider it minimal risk.
Truth #2: Satomi Uses Gentle, Fast-Curing Lamps
Her lamps cure within seconds and produce:
low heat
minimal UV
controlled light output
This reduces discomfort and protects skin.
Truth #3: You Can Apply SPF if You Prefer
Some clients use SPF before appointments — it’s optional, not required.
Truth #4: Heat Spikes Are Not Damaging
They simply mean the gel is polymerising quickly.Satomi adjusts layers to avoid discomfort.
Modern LED lamps used correctly are safe, fast, and gentle.Clients at Satomi Nails consistently report no heat spikes and no irritation.
📍 Satomi Nails – Auckland CBD
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