Sunbed how many times

Also, how many visits to the sun bed will it take until I have a tan? Can I get one in one visit? Asked by Hayanhal. Yes, there is a link, but just the same as there is a link about 'natural' tanning in the sun. The issue comes from continued consistent use whereby you expose your skin to a greater degree of UV rays than is medically sound.

The question that was asked requested nothing about whether to use them or not, so do someone the dignity of answering the question they posed, rather than voicing your own opinion. For the record I have never used a sunbed, nor will I ever likely use one. I have however studied the heath risks as part of a masters at University and although you shouldn't take someone's 'word' on it I can say that small use of the beds does not guarantee that cancer will strike, so please, people, stop going on about it.

Comments Lottie More of a comment to those bleating on about cancer etc; I use sunbeds on reccomendatiom from my doctor. I suffer severe acne and have bouts of psoriasis and the sunbed does wonders for them both. It all depends on how often you sit in the sun normally. I work nights and so daylight, let alone sunlight, for me is rare and so I don't get enough sunlight to my skin as I should.

I don't do it for a tan, I do it for health. Heat is also beneficial if you have joint problems and general health problems. Again, reccomended by my doctor and it's doing wonders. Don't assume everyone who uses a sunbed is abusing it etc. It would be very different if you were sitting in the sun all day and still using a bed for 20 minutes every couple of day. That's sunbed abuse. It's also not always possible to use fake tan, if you have sensitive skin or skin issues then it's actually very bad for you.

In addition to that, it stinks , looks awful, costs a fortune and gets everywhere. To the poster; I would do just 4 mins to start. Make sure you are well moisturized and have some sort of suncream on. UV rays can also damage your eyes, causing problems such as irritation, conjunctivitis or age-related cataracts , particularly if you do not wear goggles.

The Health and Safety Executive HSE issued advice on the health risks associated with UV tanning equipment, such as sunbeds, sunlamps and tanning booths. The HSE advice also includes important points to consider before deciding to use a sunbed. For example, if you decide to use a sunbed, the operator should advise you about your skin type and how long you should limit your session to. Page last reviewed: 27 August Next review due: 27 August Home Common health questions Lifestyle Back to Lifestyle.

A session will therefore depend on the type of sunbed being used, the skin type of the person using it and the development point of their tan. Never sunbathe outdoors on the same day you take a sunbed session. Why will some sunbed salons let me use their sunbeds for longer sessions? This depends entirely upon the type of sunbed being offered. The power and UV output can vary considerably from sunbed to sunbed. A professional sunbed operator will advise on the correct session length, dependent upon sunbed, skin type and stage of tan development.

A new regulation now requires all sunbeds to have a maximum irradiance level of 0. Is there a link between UV exposure and skin cancer? There are two types of skin cancer — non-melanoma which can usually be easily treated. Low pressure beds are traditional tanning beds. UV rays are emitted in a spectrum that is similar to natural sunlight. The lamps produce color quickly but the risk of sunburn is highest in this kind of bed. If you do burn easily this bed is NOT recommended.

High pressure beds emit a higher proportion of UVA rays UVA penetrates deeper layers of skin and stimulates tanning, UVB rays are the ones that can cause sunburn if abused. In this kind of bed you will get a deeper, longer lasting tan, but it will be slower to build. Usually this bed is slightly more expensive, but if you have fair skin or burn easily this will be the better choice of beds for you.

Booth, also known as Stand-up Beds, are a vertical tanning bed. Instead of lying down, you stay standing up. By going on a stand up bed you are free to move and put your body in any position you want to catch a tan excellent for a more even tan, especially under your arms or between your thighs.

After the tanning bed turns off your skin will continue to tan and produce melanin for at least another 12 hours. It is important to keep your skin moisturized during and after this process. Tan accelerators such as Carrot Sun are designed to continue to keep your skin hydrated well after you have finished your sunbed session. You may also want to use a cooling Aloe Vera gel because it can get warm in a tanning booth. This will leave your skin wonderfully soothed, cooled, and moisturized.

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Any reliance on the material on this site is at your own risk. March 06, September 12, They say, the further away from your heart a part of your body is, the harder it is to get a tan there.

A common problem people have while tanning is getting that golden glow on their legs.