The Dhaka Times Desk We use sunscreen to protect our skin from the sun's harmful UV rays. However, the blue light of the phone or laptop can damage the skin, I don't notice it at all!
Be it for work, education or entertainment, we are using digital devices everywhere. Using a laptop or mobile phone for a long time is causing eye problems. But what many of us don't know is that scrolling our phones all day can have an effect on the skin as well. Due to which problems like skin wrinkling, wrinkles are also appearing in young people.
Experts say in this regard, many people use sunscreen to protect the skin from the harmful ultraviolet rays of the sun. However, blue rays emitted from phones, laptops or computers can cause similar damage. According to doctors, "The effect of blue light emitted from electronic devices is no less than the ultraviolet rays of the sun." Because of which the eyes and sensitive skin around the eyes aggravates the problem of wrinkles, blemishes.”
As much as the fear of the sun's ultraviolet rays works in the minds of common people, it is not about the use of phones or laptops. The reason is that many people have no idea about this. Various studies have shown that prolonged exposure to such blue light increases levels of 'oxidative stress'. However, more detailed research is needed to confirm this.
What to do to get rid of such problems
# No matter what type of digital device you use, it must have a screen protector on the screen. Which will protect the skin from the intense blue light.
# To protect the skin from this damage, you should refrain from working on mobile or laptop continuously or take occasional breaks.
# If you sit in front of a mobile phone or laptop for a long time, the body may be dehydrated. The skin may also become dry. That's why you should drink enough water. Skin damage can also be prevented by using moisturizer and sunscreen on the skin. Source: Anandabazar Patrika.
Things to do to prevent Corona virus
# try to stay at home all the time.
# Follow the rules and use mask when going out for emergency.
# three-layer cloth mask can be washed if desired.
# wash clothes after coming home from outside. Or hang it without shaking for at least four hours.
# Wash hands thoroughly (for at least 20 seconds) with soap or liquid before coming outside.
# plastic PPE or eyes, face, head must be washed thoroughly with detergent and dried after one use.
# Wear PPE made of cloth or clean as described.
# Use a head cap that completely covers the hair.
# Those who have sneeze cough should follow all the rules promulgated by the government. Also, wash hands as directed before and after handling food items, keys, switches, mice, remote controls, mobiles, watches, computer desks, TVs, etc. and after using the bathroom. Those who have dry hands use Moisture after washing their hands. Soap or hand liquid can be used. Why can this virus remain in the crackle (cracked part) of dry hands? Avoid using highly alkaline soaps or detergents.
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