What are the objections against the use of sun beds?
The UV radiation of sun beds is just as dangerous as the natural sun radiation, if not more so. The intensity of radiation in sun bed institutes is 2 to 3 times higher than in the sun. Even if the high energy UVB radiation is filtered out, the risk is still present. Modern sun beds use non erythemal UVA radiation, which does not cause sunburn but tans moderately. Therefore the dosage used is very high to develop a tan. Please remember: a self-tan product can never replace sun protection. Regular use of sun beds increases the risk of chronic skin damages. Part of this is the premature skin ageing. The Swiss department of Health does in general recommend to avoid sun bed institutes.
