SUNBED FAQ
What are the benefits of using a sunbed?
- They can help treat certain forms of depression
- They can help treatment of certain skin conditions
Vitamin D
- Cancer. Research suggests that vitamin D, especially when taken with calcium, might help prevent certain cancers
- Cognitive health. Early research suggests that vitamin D might play a role in cognitive health. In one small study of adults age 60 years and older being treated for dementia, researchers found that taking a vitamin D supplement helped improve cognitive health
- Multiple sclerosis. Research suggests that long-term vitamin D supplementation reduces the risk of multiple sclerosis.
- Osteoporosis. Studies suggest that people who get enough vitamin D and calcium in their diets can slow bone mineral loss, help prevent osteoporosis and reduce bone fractures.
- Psoriasis.
- Mental health including SAD PMS depression and general mood
- Organ health including high blood pressure hypertension and heart disease
UV Light
UV is invisible.. people outdoors are exposed to varying levels of uv and they are often unaware of the uv density .sunbed lamps simulate the sun and emit UVA and UVB but they go a stage further and control the output with a balance of uv to minimise the risk of burning and maximise the tanning … as we know no one controls the sun ….
0.3 tanning
There is a regulation governing the maximum UV output of sunbeds. This is generally referred to as 0.3 and is approved by the EU and complies with all British and European consumer safety regulations.
A 0.3 tanning session delivers the same tanning effect as the mid-day Mediterranean summer sun but without the risk of burning.
How many times a week should I go on a sunbed?
Moderate tanning of 2-3 sessions a week is OK ..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.
