The Tanning Effects Of SunbedsSunbeds can be described as devices which are used for tanning skin in an artificial manner to give a most natural result. They are said to provide an alternative to natural sunrays. With an attraction towards tanned skin amongst teenagers and young women, the fashion of using sunbeds is increasing considerably. The sunbeds are said to emit harmful rays such as the UVA and UVB, both of which are harmful to the skin and may led to skin cancer by damaging the DNA of the skin. Regular use of sunbeds is bound to increase the chances of having malignant melanoma, which apart from other harmful consequences may cause early death. Excessive exposure to the ultra violet rays, whether natural or artificial are also harmful to the eyes of a human being. It may lead to cataract and other infectious diseases. Although there are numerous harms in the use of sunbeds, there are even some benefits attached to their use. Apart from the tanning effect, few people claim that they get a relaxed feeling after the use of sunbeds. In few rare cases, sunbeds are also used under strict supervision for treatment of certain skin diseases such as Psoriasis and Dermatitis. However, as popularized, the tan which is acquired by sunburn is able to provide only a temporary protection against sunburn. The effects of using sunscreen lotions and gel is same as getting tanned by sunbeds, while the later has a lower sun protection factor. With the rising popularity there has been an increase in resorts and hotels offering sunbeds for leisure and relaxation. Sunmaster is one such leading hotel which offers sunbed facilities along with tons of other recreational facilities. They have a large sun terrace with sunbeds and sunshades. There are stand up sunbeds for those who prefer taking sunbath very fast. In stand up sunbeds one can walk in, get tanned, and walk out all within minutes. These standup sunbeds are vertical machines, generally with tubes to provide UV rays. Comodynes produces a range of sunbed and tanning products including the sunless self tanning towelettes which are also used for getting tanned. They are also becoming extremely popular due to their advantages over the messy cram and lotions. Au courant is another company manufacturing cosmetics for tanning and make up and was the first one to produce tinted spray tan solution. Its range of products includes certain instant tanning sprays which give results within minutes. Then there are the halo range of products for skin tanning and hair design. The designer skin halo sunbed tanning lotion is one of the most popular and fast selling items of the halo company. |