UV from beds is intense and linked to higher skin cancer risk. If you still use them, keep sessions short and always wear goggles. More in Tanning Tips and Safety Advice, Tips for Tanning Beds (If You’re Going to Use Them), and how to tan safely outside.
Risks of tanning beds and how to stay safer if you use them.
Key takeaways
Risks of tanning beds and how to stay safer if you use them.
Check the UV index before you head out, reapply sunscreen every two hours, and moisturize after. For more, explore our other tanning guides.
Putting it together
Getting the most out of your tanning routine means focusing on what actually works. How Bad Are Tanning Beds? The Real Deal is one piece of the puzzle—pair it with smart timing and protection.
When in doubt, use more SPF and shorter sessions. Protect your face and eyes. Tanning beds carry higher risk—use goggles and limit time. Outdoor tanning with protection is the safer choice.
Key takeaways
Risks of tanning beds and how to stay safer if you use them.
Check the UV index before you head out, reapply sunscreen every two hours, and moisturize after. For more, explore our other tanning guides.
Putting it together
Getting the most out of your tanning routine means focusing on what actually works. How Bad Are Tanning Beds? The Real Deal is one piece of the puzzle—pair it with smart timing and protection.
Limit sessions to 15–20 minutes when starting. Build gradually over weeks. When in doubt, use more SPF and less time.