Are sun beds safe to use?
Sun beds are not a ‘safe’ alternative to sun tanning. Sun beds give out ultraviolet (UV) rays just like the sun. Exposure to UV rays, whether from the sun or a sun bed, damages the DNA in your skin cells. In fact, the strength of UV rays from sun beds can be up to 10-15 times higher than that of the midday sun.
Is it illegal for a child to use a sunbed?
It's illegal for people under the age of 18 to use sunbeds. The Sunbeds (Regulation) Act 2010 makes it an offence for someone operating a sunbed business to permit under-18s to: use a sunbed at the business premises, including beauty salons, leisure centres, gyms and hotels.
What are the risks of sunbeds?
Sunbeds give out ultraviolet (UV) rays that increase your risk of developing skin cancer, both skin cancer (melanoma) and skin cancer (non-melanoma). Many sunbeds give out greater doses of UV rays than the midday tropical sun. The risks are greater for young people. Evidence shows:
What is the difference between Sun Angel and other tanning beds?
The Sun Angel is a safer bed to use and gives you a more natural tan, whereas, the other beds have stronger tubes - so we advise how many minutes you should have and you gradually build them up. You build your tan up a lot quicker using the Sun Angel versus the Stand Up & Lay Down.
Which tanning beds are safest?
Tanning beds are NOT safer than the sun. Science tells us that there's no such thing as a safe tanning bed, tanning booth, or sun lamp. Just one indoor tanning session can increase the risk of developing skin cancer (melanoma by 20%, squamous cell carcinoma by 67%, and basal cell carcinoma by 29%).
Is a tanning bed safe in moderation?
Are Tanning Beds Safe in Moderation? The short answer is no. Tanning beds can absolutely cause skin cancer.
How often can I use sun Angel?
Moderate tanning of 2-3 sessions per week is ok but it is important to leave a minimum of 48 hours between sessions. We recommend no more than 60 sessions in total per year.
What is an angel sunbed?
The Sun Angel is the only sunbed in the world with an integrated skin sensor representing sensor-safe sunbathing, proven vitamin D formation and beautiful tanning results.
How many sunbeds a week is safe?
2-3 sessions aModerate tanning of 2-3 sessions a week is OK for everyone else but ensure you rest the skin for a minimum of 24 hours between each session and at least 48 hours for skin type 2. The European Standard advises not to exceed 60 sessions per annum.
How do you make a tanning bed safer?
Top Five Tanning Bed Safety TipsKeep your tanning sessions short and infrequent.Never tan before the age of 35.Wear proper eye protection.Cover sensitive areas.Avoid makeup and fragrance.
Is the sun Angel Good?
The Sun Angel is the best and quickest way for an instant, holiday tan. I have never been browner or happier with the results. It gives you a deep all over that lasts, and it has changed my tanning forever.
Is 10 minutes on a sunbed too long?
You are likely to see results very quickly, therefore you will not need to spend as much time on the sunbed to get results. Do not spend more than a total of 10 minutes in any one session.
What is 5 minutes on a sunbed equivalent to in the sun?
So if you were to have a five minutes sunbed session, it would convert to around an hour in the actual sun.
What does a sun Angel do?
About the sun angel. The Ergoline Sun Angel stimulates the production of Vitamin D by controlling the interaction between UVA & UVB light, designed to provide an optimal tanning environment whilst significantly reducing the risk of over-exposure, the Sun Angel is in a class of it's own.
Can I open my eyes in a tanning bed?
Is it dangerous to have your eyes open while tanning indoors? Yes; but only if you ARE NOT wearing eye protection. All goggles and disposable eye protec- tion shown in major tanning distribution catalogs and advertised in ist Magazine provide a complete UV block, and yes, they are all see-through!
Should you wear sun cream on a sun bed?
Using a sun cream whilst on a tanning bed will stop both the absorption of vitamin D and the creation of a tan, meaning your tanning session is wasted. Outdoor tanning products can also damage tanning equipment, especially acrylic surfaces. Instead, it's recommended that a professional tanning lotion is applied.
Is sunburn a risk for young people?
The risks are greater for young people. Evidence shows: people who are frequently exposed to UV rays before the age of 25 are at greater risk of developing skin cancer later in life. sunburn in childhood can greatly increase the risk of developing skin cancer later in life.
Is it safe to use a sunbed?
Using a sunbed to get a tan is not safer than tanning in the sun. It may even be more harmful, depending on factors such as: the strength of UV rays from the sunbed. how often you use a sunbed. the length of your sunbed sessions. your skin type – for example, whether you have fair or dark skin. your age.
Do sunbeds cause cancer?
Sunbeds give out ultraviolet (UV) rays that increase your risk of developing skin cancer (both malignant melanoma and non-melanoma ). Many sunbeds give out greater doses of UV rays than the midday tropical sun. The risks are greater for young people. Evidence shows:
Can you use sunbeds for tanning?
They recommend you should not use UV tanning equipment if you: have fair, sensitive skin that burns easily or tans slowly or poorly.
Is it illegal to have a sunbed at a business?
The Sunbeds (Regulation) Act 2010 makes it an offence for someone operating a sunbed business to permit under-18s to: use a sunbed at the business premises, including beauty salons, leisure centres, gyms and hotels. be offered the use of a sunbed at the business premises.
What is the sun angel?
The Sun Angel is the only sunbed in the world with an integrated skin sensor representing sensor-safe sunbathing, proven vitamin D formation and beautiful tanning results. With the introduction of the Spectra LED facial tanner and skin caring Beauty Light, the Sun Angel offers a brand new and incomparable tanning experience.
How does the Sun Angel work?
The Sun Angel calculates an individual UV dose from the measurement values. Complete analysis of the skin condition takes less than ten seconds and provides protection against sunburn with sensor control. When the sensor is not used, the Sun Angel emits only the statutory dose for an initial tanning session.
How long does it take for a sunbed to tan?
No matter how much UV light you get there comes a point when your skin won’t get any darker. Boosting your tan by having two sun bed sessions within 24 hours or after sunbathing is particularly bad for you. Sun beds can cause your skin to lose its smooth, supple texture and become coarse, leathery and wrinkled.
Why does my skin turn red under the sun?
False! Burning or going red under a sun bed is a sign that you have seriously damaged your skin. UV light can get deep into the skin’s layers and damage the DNA in our skin cells. Cells damaged by UV are at greater risk of contracting cancer. If you have fair or freckly skin that tends to burn, you are at even greater risk of damaging your skin cells.
Do you need a sun bed to get vitamin D?
Just a few minutes of sun on our skin produces enough Vitamin D, so you certainly don’t need a sun bed to get your vitamins !
Is a sun bed tan safe?
A sun bed tan is about equal to a sunscreen with SPF of just 2-4 and that’s just not enough to keep you safe in the sun. And if you don’t tan easily in the sun, you won’t tan easily on a sun bed, no matter how carefully you do it.
Does sun protection help with ageing?
False! Unfortunately, using sunscreen or limiting your time on a sun bed will not protect your skin from damage and ageing. Actually short periods of intense, irregular exposure to UV, as happens on a sun bed, is the fastest way to damage your skin. Sun beds will age your skin.
Is it safe to use a sun bed?
Sun beds are not a ‘safe’ alternative to sun tanning. Sun beds give out ultraviolet (UV) rays just like the sun. Exposure to UV rays, whether from the sun or a sun bed, damages the DNA in your skin cells. In fact, the strength of UV rays from sun beds can be up to 10-15 times higher than that of the midday sun.
Can sun beds cause cancer?
And this damage cannot be reversed. If you have to have surgery for skin cancer, you can end up with major scarring. Using sun beds before the age of 35 increases your risk of developing skin cancer by up to 75%. Melanoma is the second most common cancer amongst 20-39-year-olds and can be fatal.
How long does a sun angel tan last?
It's a safe way to tan, so you can tan with confidence at Shwe Tan. Each Sun Angel session is 20 minutes.
Why is lotion important in sun beds?
Lotions keep your skin hydrated, this is really important when using sun beds as it prevents your skin from drying and going ‘wrinkly’. Lotions absorb UV into your skin instead of your skin reflecting it away. You tan 60% better with a lotion than without. You can also use them outside (take on holiday with you).
How long does it take to get a tan on a holiday?
Coming in the day before your holiday for 10 minutes is NOT going to give you a base tan. It takes on average 120 minutes to get your base tan – which is the equivalent to 6 Sun Angels. Make sure you are coming in at least 2/3 times a week if you are using the Sun Angel.
Do you need to moisturise on tanning day?
Hydrated skin tans quicker than dry skin – so make sure you are moisturising at home! Remember to moisturise on the days between your sun beds…. However, on Tanning day please do not come in with any moisturiser on. (as the majority of moisturisers have oils in, which will cause you to burn).
Is the Sun Angel a good bed?
The Sun Angel is a safer bed to use and gives you a more natural tan, whereas, the other beds have stronger tubes - so we advise how many minutes you should have and you gradually build them up. You build your tan up a lot quicker using the Sun Angel versus the Stand Up & Lay Down.
Do sun beds have air conditioning?
All rooms are fully air-conditioned for your comfort. You can plug your phone into our sun beds so you can relax and listen to your own music while you tan. Each sun bed also has adjustable fans inside to keep you cool and fresh whilst tanning.
Can you get a tan without a sunbed?
We never recommend going on a bed without one, as lotions help absorb UV into the skin, whereas without one – your skin reflects it away. You are 60% more likely to get a tan with one than without, therefore if you are going on a sunbed for 10 minutes, you are really only getting the benefit of about 4 minutes.
