Is it dangerous to use tanning beds, even in moderation?
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"Fisher points to a study published in the International Journal of Cancer in March 2007 that reviewed 19 published studies on the association of tanning beds and skin cancers. They found use of the tanning beds before age 35 boosted the risk of melanoma by 75%."
Vitamin D being produced in the body as a result of exposure to sun light or UV light has been touted as a reason to use tanning beds, but there is no real reason to risk exposure to harmful UV rays when you can get Vitamin D in vitamin supplements or in Vitamin D rich and enriched foods.
Tanning (in tanning beds or otherwise) has also been shown to be linked to causing wrinkles.
"German researchers evaluated 59 people who voluntarily started to use sun beds over a three-month period. Use of the sun bed induced a DNA mutation in the skin known to be linked with photo aging, they report in the Journal of Investigative Dermatology."
Although this article does not mention the amount of time that the people in these studies spent in a tanning bed, a reasonable amount is a rather arbitrary measure for most people.
Is tanning in a tanning bed 1 day a week better than 2 days a week? I'd venture to say, yes. Is tanning in a tanning bed 0 days a week better than 1 day a week? I'd have to think that the answer is yes again.
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M$All the proof I need personally: my mom was a tanning bed nut and had a basal cell carcinoma. That's enough for me!
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With 2 - 3 times more UVA rays than the sun, tanning bed use significantly increases one's risk for melanoma (skin cancer). According to skincancer.org, "First exposure to tanning beds in youth increases melanoma risk by 75 percent."
In addition to the long-term, life changing effects such as cancer. Tanning beds have other, side effects including. UV exposure lower one's immune system by reducing the activity of T cells and natural killer cells.
Superfluous side effects include sun burn, dry skin and other skin damage.
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M$I am a certified tanning consultant so I will tell you what I know and have learned over the years...
Tanning beds give off the same rays as the sun except for UVC which is cancer causing. As you know the ozone layer is deteriorating.
What do u call "in moderation"? How often do u go? What is your skin type- are you pale with freckles, olive skin, dark skin, skin that never burns, skin that can burn but also tans just as fast??? What type of bed are you talking about? In order for me or anyone to decide on this answer you should give this detailed info....then you will get your true answer. :)
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I can burn but I can also tan. I'm not ghostly pale but I'm not extremely tan either.It usually takes me about a few days to even see a difference in the tanning bed or sun. I LOVE being tan,but the risk of cancer is just terrifying. I want to tan for my prom which is extremely far away,and I know there's always a Mystic but I don't want to be splotchy for Prom. Can you help??? =)
Here are some alarming statistics I've found:
According to study researcher Professor Antony Young of King's College London [...] the continuing and widespread use of sun beds is likely to result in increased numbers of people with malignant melanoma.
Perhaps dovetailing with the increased use of tanning beds, melanoma is becoming increasingly and alarmingly more common, moving from the No. 6 slot in 1997, to a projected No. 1 by the year 2022.
Along with melanoma, the use of tanning devices may also contribute to the incidence of non-melanoma skin cancers, according to a recent study published in the Journal of the National Cancer Institute. Dartmouth researchers report that people who used a tanning device were 2.5-times more likely to develop basal cell carcinoma, and 1.5-times more susceptible to squamous cell carcinoma. The tanning-bed users had risks higher than those who had previous sun exposure, but had not been under artificial lamps.
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So, to your question, are tanning beds dangerous? I'd say yes, in the long run, and it's a relative risk that you have to consider. Based on your photograph though, I don't think you need any tanning. :)
Me, I'm buying some more cool hats.
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Reasons why tanning beds are hazardous:
1. Causes pre-mature wrinkles.
2. Can lead to skin cancer.
3. They release more UV light than the sun itself.
4. Can lead to light-induced skin rashes.
5. Can cause eye injury despite those goggles they give you.
6. Accelerated burning of the skin is never good.
7. Tanning beds can aggravate certain health conditions (i.e.diabetes,lupus).
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M$So from experience I advise you not to do it.
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The biggest complaint I'd have is the leathery look that comes from too much tanning. It's not healthy-looking to me and I don't find it attractive.
I would recommend that you avoid public tanning salons, as there is a common fungus you can pick up at one. I was not able to determine if fungus is easily killed by tanning beds, and since a type of fungus grows in one, it may not be likely to kill any other kind of fungus. The sun appears to be effective in killing fungus, as do several types of uv light; maybe the uv emitted by the average tanning bed is not effective.
Here's an article that talks about the potential health benefits from moderate tanning:
http://www.tanningbedconcerns.com/tanning-beds-vitamin-d.html
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M$I'm a physician and professor so it's my knowledge. I put in there the websites that I thought would be helpful -- aicr.org and vitamindcouncil.org.
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I agree with the first two posts, it will damage your skin.
It's understandable to want to have a tan, but there are creams and other alternatives that will give you the look you want without the damage!
Sun/Tanning Beds can cause skin cancer (my aunt died from this). Even if you are lucky and don't get skin cancer, your skin will age more and you'll look back and regret it.
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skin burns
premature aging of your skin
skin cancer in most severe cases
So you can see, the dangers of indoor tanning are not a myth. However, that doesn't mean that you should never go near a tanning salon again.
How to avoid tanning beds health risks
For how long you tan and how often make a great difference. And it is important to know your limits. This is different for different people and depends mainly on your skin type. For example, if you are a natural redhead you must have a very fair skin that doesn't tan, but rather burn. If this is your case, you should only go for very short tanning sessions and use a strong tanning lotion.
For an inexperienced person it is difficult to judge, what is their skin type and what time in a tanning bed is best for them. So you will have to ask questions. Tanning salon stuff is educated about bad effects of tanning beds, this is required by law. They just keep quiet about health risks, because it hurts business. But they will have to answer your questions.
Questions to ask before you go for a tanning session:
What is the recommended tanning time for your skin type?
How often is it safe for you to tan?
What tanning bed lotion is best for you during and after tanning?
What kind of protective eyewear should you use?
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You might not see it when you look at someone even right up close but unfortunately it is there. :o(
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