Dermatologists now believe that exposing the face regularly to the light and electromagnetic radiation from smartphones can damage the skin. Doctors claim they can even tell in which hand a person holds their phone from which side of the face looks most damaged.
London-based Dr Simon Zoakel said, “Those who take a lot of selfies and bloggers should worry. Even the blue light we get from our screens can damage our skin. I think there’s a gap in the market for products which protect. People who take lots of selfies and bloggers come to me and I’ve seen there’s damage and ageing taking place.
“It’s a different wavelength so sunscreen won’t block it.”
Dr Zein Obagi, of the Obagi Skin Health Institute in Beverley Hills said, “Your cellphone will damage your skin. It’s not documented, but in my clinical observation I can tell whether someone uses their right or left hand to hold their phone. You start seeing a dull texture.” – The Daily Telegraph, London.
