LED Lights and Skin Damage: LED lights are now widely used in homes. Various rumors are circulating regarding this. Let us explain whether they truly affect your skin.
Are LED bulbs safe or not?
Do LED Bulbs Emit Harmful UV Radiation? LEDs, or light-emitting diode bulbs, are used in almost every home today. Their low power consumption and long lifespan have made them the most popular lighting technology. LED lights have completely transformed the way homes and offices are lit. But a question often arises: does the light emitted by LED bulbs contain harmful ultraviolet rays? The same UV rays that can damage skin and eyes when emitted from sunlight. Let us answer this question.
What is UV radiation?
First, it's important to understand that there are three types of UV radiation. UVA is the longest-wavelength radiation, associated with accelerated skin aging and light damage.
UVB is the medium-wavelength radiation, which can cause sunburn and serious skin damage. UVC is the shortest but most powerful radiation, considered extremely dangerous, although it is largely absorbed by the Earth's atmosphere.
According to research published in the journal IEre, excessive or prolonged exposure to UV light can cause premature skin aging and eye damage. Therefore, it's natural for people to be concerned about UV rays emitted from artificial light sources, such as bulbs.
Do LED bulbs give off UV rays?
The simple answer is no, or at least very little. Commonly used household LED bulbs emit less than 1 percent of their total light. Due to the design of the LED and the phosphor used, potential UV rays emitted from the chip are not transmitted to the outside. Their levels are much lower than natural sunlight. Everyday household LED bulbs are simply not designed to emit harmful UV rays.
No connection to house lights
Yes, there are some specific LEDs that are intentionally designed to emit UV, such as those for sterilization, nail curing, or industrial use. These are not intended for general household lighting. However, the UV emitted by white LED bulbs is so low that it is not considered harmful to the skin or eyes. Compared to sunlight, the UV output of LEDs is negligible. Simply put, there is no real UV risk from LED lights used in homes.
