Sunbed

A sunbed is a device emitting ultraviolet radiation (usually UVA, but recently also UVB) used for cosmetic reasons (to induce an artificial tanning) but also for medical reasons.

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Because of several adverse effects to the human health, the World Health Organization does not recommend the use of UV tanning devices for cosmetic reasons.

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A study by a Dr. Anthony Liguori and others, published in the July 2004 issue of the Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology, Part 1, suggests that the use of sunbeds may be addictive. The UV rays emitted by the beds stimulate the production of endorphins, resulting in a natural "high".

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Using a sunbed without goggles may lead to a condition known as arc eye.

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Ultraviolet: Ultraviolet (UV) radiation is electromagnetic radiation of a wavelength shorter than that of the visible region, but longer than that of soft X-rays. It can be subdivided into near UV (380–200 nm wavelength) and extreme or vacuum UV (200–10 nm)....

Tanning: :This page is about making hides into leather - or chastisement. For the natural darkening of human skin, see sun tanning....

Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology: REDIRECT American Academy of Dermatology...

Sunbed related Images and Photos (experimental)

SUNBED GIRLS