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4 Tips for Lying in a Tanning Bed

During the winter months, many people become paler from so much time spent indoors. If you prefer to have a sun-kissed glow, consider visiting a tanning salon where you can luxuriate in several different kinds of tanning beds. While this is meant to be a relaxing experience, the guide below offers some advice on how to spend your time to achieve the most even color possible. How to Posture Yourself 1. Stretch Out Stretching out as much as possible ensures that every inch…

A Guide to Tanning Bed Levels

Maintaining a deep, gorgeous glow during the winter months is possible with the use of a tanning bed. Beds are available in levels 1 to 6, which vary in the number and ty...

11 Things to Avoid Doing Right Before Getting a Spray Tan

Woman's humiliated by nail salon after they refused to touch her when she asked for a manicure

These 4 Self-Tanning Fails Are Pretty Much Unavoidable—Here's How to Fix Them

Because you'll probably never get it perfect on the first try.

These People Used Spray-On Sunscreen Incorrectly And Their Tan Lines Are Unbelievably Insane

You can practically feel their sunburns through the screen.

Many U.S. Colleges Have Indoor Tanning Salons On, Near Campus: Study

Universities should ban them because of skin cancer risk, researchers say

Benefits Of Spray Tanning For Dark Skinned People

Many people wonder whether spray tanning is necessary for dark-skinned people, but the fact is, anyone can tan, whether they are dark-skinned or light-skinned. In fact, the benefits of tanning for dark-skinned people are the same as those of light-skinned people. Tanning helps in the production of vitamin D and camouflages skin imperfections. Why You […]

Do Tanning Salons Lie About Risks?

The results are in when it comes to tanning salons, and the findings are illuminating. An overwhelming amount of tanning salons do not tell the truth when it comes to the health risks of indoor bronzing, according to an investigative report conducted by members of the U.S. House of Members of the...

Fewer U.S. Teens in Tanning Salons, Study Finds

But, millions still putting their skin's health at risk

Melatonin: Why You Should Make It Instead of Take It

Sunlight contains many factors that affect health, but there’s one you may not have heard of yet: UVB radiation produces Vitamin D in the body, while UVA radiation has been shown to produce melatonin. So, when you’re outside soaking up the sun or spending time in the tanning bed, be sure to get the right […]

9 Secrets Tanning Salons Don't Want You to Know

Indoor tanning can cost you your healthy skin and your life, so how are these salons staying in business? Find out

Is Red Light Therapy the Key to Skin Rejuvenation?

Your skin is the largest organ in your body, and it also plays a vital role in keeping you alive by protecting your internal organs from the elements and getting rid of harmful toxins through sweating. As you age, your skin will begin to lose its youthful appearance and elasticity, which can cause wrinkles, blemishes, […]

Women who use tanning salons at young age face higher risk of skin cancer, study finds

Women who use tanning salons have a somewhat increased risk of skin cancer, according to a study that adds to evidence that baking in a tanning bed can be as bad as baking under the sun.The study,...

Association for tanning salon owners sparks controversy as it promotes health benefits of sunbed use

The World Health Organization classifies UV tanning devices as 'carcinogenic to humans', but the American Suntanning Association says it wants to 'factually dispel these myths'.

Is indoor tanning losing its glow?

Millions of Americans still go to tanning salons, but studies spot a shifting trend

7 Things to Know About Indoor Tanning

Fox Chase Cancer Center - Philadelphia, PA<br>7 Things to Know About Indoor Tanning<br>Bronzing up at the tanning salon before hitting the beach or pool might not seem like a big deal. But that new glow can come at a hefty price<br>“Our culture sees tan skin as healthy or youthful,” said Jeffrey Farma, MD, FACS , a surgical oncologist and skin cancer expert at Fox Chase Cancer Center.<br>But the truth is, spending time in tanning beds can put your health…

Salon customer finds dead body in tanning bed: report

An autopsy was performed and showed no evidence of foul play. An investigation into the tanning salon showed that there were no defects to the tanning bed.

Alarming find: 29% of high school girls use tanning beds

A new study finds many white high school girls are still using tanning beds, in spite of heightened publicity over the risk of skin cancer and increasing restrictions on teen access to tanning salons.

Are Tanning Beds Safer Than Tanning Outdoors?

Ultraviolet radiation is a known carcinogen that has been directly linked to melanoma and other skin cancers.