Teen tanning considerations

 You have seen them in a number of magazines, the bronzed models looking fabulous.  But with that look come risks.  The hazards of teen tanning are everywhere.  Warnings, articles and even possible state legislation banning teen tanning from tanning beds is reaching the headlines. There are a number of safe sunless tanning options available such as airbrush tanning, spray tanning and tanning lotions.

The sun’s UV rays are damaging to the skin and help in the development of skin cancer.  Artificial light sources from sunlamps and tanning beds also produce UV rays and teen tanning for long periods of time using this equipment can do as much damage.  There is currently a rise in malignant melanoma which is the most serious form of skin cancer.

Experts agree that it is a result of increased exposure to the sun or from exposure from these artificial light sources.  Either way, teen tanning must be monitored closely to help put a stop to the steady increase in cancer cases.  Some of the new tanning creams are fantastic and last a long time.  If applied evenly, the skin tone is great.