Is Your Phone Aging Your Face?

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Swipe to unveil the not-so-friendly side of blue light:

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Skin Aging

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Hyperpigmentation

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Inflammation

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Sleep Disruption

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But wait, there's more!

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Eye Strain

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Conclusion

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