Tanning Bed Number One Precaution
June 11, 2009 by Mike Tanner
Tanning beds work by blasting high levels of ultraviolet rays in a small concentrated amount of space. Because of the high concentration, it is more dangerous than the high levels emitted by the sun and sensitive body parts are especially at risk. That's why it is important to use proper eye protection when in a tanning booth.
Among the most sensitive organs are your eyes and it is highly advised that anyone using a tanning bed wear goggles, sometimes known as peepers. And if you are a regular tanner it is a good idea to own you own pair of peepers. It is truly a wonder why such a simple precautionary step remains ignored by some people.
Even though tanning salons will offer disposables, and they are much better than no protection at all, they usually aren't the best quality. Also, tanning salons offer a one-size-fit-all design that may not fit perfectly on everyone. Do not compromise the safety of your eyes, you need them every day.
For goggles that don't fit properly, therein lies the risk of the corners not being tightly sealed. UV radiation will definitely enter through the leak and that is enough to do some damage. Just as important as getting the right fit is keeping them on. Make sure the peepers are designed with headbands that go around the back of the wearer's head.
You can also buy disposables but they tend to be of lesser quality and do not provide same the level of protection a quality pair might. In fact, they are essentially the same as the kind provided by tanning salons. So if you are going to use a tanning bed more than just a first time, have a good quality pair that fits perfectly and you can just bring it with you every time.
Even with your eye protection on, just for added safety, many authorities recommend keeping your eyes closed for the duration of the tanning session. It is not uncommon for UV rays to damage parts of the eye beyond the point of repair, so you can never take too many precautions.
Cataracts are very common to varying degrees. More exposure to UV rays increases the amount of cataracts that could build up. If surgery doesn't go well you could very well end up blind.
Since your eyes are very sensitive they will probably be the first to be damaged and that is why it is so important to take such simple safety measures. There are other dangers associated with tanning beds, and many people are concerned with skin damage but forget about the eyes. To be a responsible user, you must keep all risks in mind and practice safety first.
Fortunately, there are other forms of sunless tanning options that can leave your skin looking well toned without blasting yourself with dangerous amounts of UV radiation. Tanning lotions are recommended by many health associations because of the relative safety they offer in contrast to other methods.
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