There are about 28 million people who tan indoors in tanning beds, and out of those people 2.3 million of them are teens. Many adults believe that teenagers under the age of 18 should not be allowed to tan in bed. Little do people know that tanning is not as bad as they think it is. Tanning can be very dependable time wise when it comes to special occasions and events such as; homecoming, weddings, prom, etc. It’s also a good way to relax and can make a person feel good about themselves, and it is a good way to get rid of acne.
A popular reason why teenagers go tanning is because they want to get tanner faster and easier for dances and special events. Some high school students have very busy schedules including extra curricular activities like sports, school events and clubs. So, that means they would rather lay 10-15 minutes in a tanning bed than lay outside for hours. Most people who go tanning go for certain reasons and times, Students also mostly only go for that special occasion or event and not an everyday thing for them (Bush). …show more content…
The UV lights utilize wavelengths of light to kill acne bacteria in the pores which reduces the risk of acne. Most parents or teenagers don’t know is that a little tanning can fix the problem, the instinct is to run outside and start soaking up some serious rays. This makes pimples and dark skin stand out less. The UV lights also dry out a person’s skin the same as going swimming and how the chlorine dries skin and reduces acne.
Also, tanning can be a source to get vitamin D which is healthy and good for the skin. People who use tanning beds have a much higher level of vitamin D which causes them to have a better survival rate. Everyone’s skin is different, some people's’ are more sensitive and timid for long periods of tanning but going a few times can help with acne and can get them a good source of vitamin D to the
A popular reason why teenagers go tanning is because they want to get tanner faster and easier for dances and special events. Some high school students have very busy schedules including extra curricular activities like sports, school events and clubs. So, that means they would rather lay 10-15 minutes in a tanning bed than lay outside for hours. Most people who go tanning go for certain reasons and times, Students also mostly only go for that special occasion or event and not an everyday thing for them (Bush). …show more content…
The UV lights utilize wavelengths of light to kill acne bacteria in the pores which reduces the risk of acne. Most parents or teenagers don’t know is that a little tanning can fix the problem, the instinct is to run outside and start soaking up some serious rays. This makes pimples and dark skin stand out less. The UV lights also dry out a person’s skin the same as going swimming and how the chlorine dries skin and reduces acne.
Also, tanning can be a source to get vitamin D which is healthy and good for the skin. People who use tanning beds have a much higher level of vitamin D which causes them to have a better survival rate. Everyone’s skin is different, some people's’ are more sensitive and timid for long periods of tanning but going a few times can help with acne and can get them a good source of vitamin D to the