As we talked about in class, the college population is a major target for tanning salons. Most customers for these companies are college aged, and uninformed about the risks of what they are doing. I'll admit, I'm guilty of being one of these customers now and then. But now, I decided to research the risks and help others to know what their safest options are. Despite what some may think, tanning indoors is NOT any safer than tanning outside. Think about it... in tanning beds, results are a lot faster than in natural sunlight. Also, the UV rays that damage your skin in tanning booths can cause your skin to be more susceptible to damage from natural sunlight. This is because the damage done in tanning booths thins the skin, making it more vulnerable. The safest option for a bronzed look is to use a sort of spray tan, lotion, or creme. Otherwise, you're putting yourself at risk for serious conditions down the road, including melanoma, which is fatal. Is a tan really worth that? Good luck and stay safe!
Thursday, April 16, 2009
Staying Safe While Tanning
As we talked about in class, the college population is a major target for tanning salons. Most customers for these companies are college aged, and uninformed about the risks of what they are doing. I'll admit, I'm guilty of being one of these customers now and then. But now, I decided to research the risks and help others to know what their safest options are. Despite what some may think, tanning indoors is NOT any safer than tanning outside. Think about it... in tanning beds, results are a lot faster than in natural sunlight. Also, the UV rays that damage your skin in tanning booths can cause your skin to be more susceptible to damage from natural sunlight. This is because the damage done in tanning booths thins the skin, making it more vulnerable. The safest option for a bronzed look is to use a sort of spray tan, lotion, or creme. Otherwise, you're putting yourself at risk for serious conditions down the road, including melanoma, which is fatal. Is a tan really worth that? Good luck and stay safe!
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I didn't know that it thins the skin! I dont personally tan in a tanning booth but I am guilty of laying out in the sun. Not to mention the risks of skin cancer but you also have to think of what you'll look like older. I know i don't want to look like a leather bag!!
ReplyDeleteew i didnt know it thins the skin. thats gross. i dont go tanning but i have before, but only for prom. im a lifeguard in the summer but i make sure i apply sunscreen at least once an hour.
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