As for the risks, I’ve dabbled in nail stickers, regular varnish and dip powder nails, which involve minimal UV light exposure.

Source: https://www.theguardian.com/global/2023/may/07/beneath-the-gloss-should-we-stop-having-manicures

“Both filters form a layer on the skin and protect it by absorbing UV light.

Source: https://www.baltimoregaylife.com/this-is-the-difference-between-sunscreens-and-what-to-look-out-for-health/

Contact with any part of the non-native weed followed by exposure to UV light from the sun can cause severed discomfort and skin blistering.

Source: https://www.bucksfreepress.co.uk/news/23563298.experts-giant-hogweed-warning-bucks-health-risk/?ref=rss

Researchers using UV light to test the purity of maple syrup samples at the University of Guelph.

Source: https://kitchener.ctvnews.ca/real-deal-or-sneaky-swap-ontario-researchers-working-on-tool-to-test-maple-syrup-purity-1.6360610

These included genes relating to pigmentation, which is known to protect cells against UV light, as well as genes associated with inflammation and the immune system.

Source: https://www.basingstokegazette.co.uk/news/national/23699733.light-skinned-people-lack-genes-protect-uv-radiation/?ref=rss

The skin remains sensitive to UV light for many years - and can even cause blindness if near the eyes.

Source: https://www.dailymail.co.uk/news/article-12076201/Is-TOXIC-giant-hogweed-growing-near-you.html?ns_mchannel=rss&ns_campaign=1490&ito=1490

Using UV light for disinfection is common in medicine, but a Nova Scotia doctor is exploring a new application of the practice.

Source: https://www.cbc.ca/news/canada/nova-scotia/researcher-tests-uv-disinfection-long-term-care-homes-1.6931230?cmp=rss