How Do You Treat Tanning Bed Rash?
Tanning is a popular pastime, but quite a few people get out of the tanning bed with more than a healthy glow. Tanning bed rash is a skin condition that is not uncommon among tanners. The rash consists of patches of small, extremely itchy, bumps that appear shortly after a tanning session. These rashes are uncomfortable but luckily they are fairly easy to treat. Stop all tanning for the duration of the outbreak. Continuing to tan after noticing a tanning bed rash will often lead to the spread, or worsening, of the rash. It is important to let the irritated skin heal before returning to tanning. Keep the rash area clean and dry. Wash daily using lukewarm water instead of hot water. Too much hot water can dry out and further irritate the rash. After washing, pat the rash dry instead of rubbing. Use antibiotic ointment or cream to help fight the bacteria causing tanning bed rash. Apply a small amount of ointment to the rash and rub it completely into the skin to keep the area moist and pr
