The recent press release from the Academy of Medicine is unambiguous. Again, she advises against the use of tanning beds at this time of year when we already would like to be tanned to show off in our summer outfits. To really take care of your skin, it is better to do without tanning booths and be careful when you expose yourself to the sun.
“It has long been known that there is no health benefit to be expected, in addition to natural exposure to the sun, to be exposed in such a way. repeated to artificial ultraviolet rays, insists the Academy of Medicine. skin cancers, the number of which doubles every 10 years. “
The academy calls on the possible users of these cabins but also the public authorities to modify the current legislation and signal “that such a practice is dangerous for all individuals”.
Find in detail all the reasons to avoid tanning booths in the June issue of Top santé.