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CFLs: Good For The Earth, Might Be Bad For Your Skin
by
BrightNest
(IC: blogger)
Swapping out old incandescent bulbs for energy-saving CFLs is an easy way to go green and save money, but did you know that these efficient bulbs could be bad for your skin?
CFLs have plenty of positives, but new research out of Stony Brook University suggests that the UV rays emitted by the bulbs can damage skin after prolonged exposure. The study reiterates that CFLs are the green choice, but urges users to take certain precautions when using them.
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Published May 15th, 2015 12:00 PM
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