The House of Representatives has approved a 10% excise tax on the use of indoor tanning beds. With more than 3.5 million estimated cases each year, skin cancer is the most common cancer in the US. There is research that proves the link between skin cancer and the UV rays associated with indoor tanning.
First exposure to tanning beds in youth increases melanoma risk by 75%!!
People who use tanning beds are 2.5 times more likely to develop squamous cell carcinoma - and 1.5 times more likely to develop basal cell carcinoma!!
Read the complete article on the Skin Cancer Foundation website by clicking the link above.
Enjoy the weekend and don't forget your SPF!!
A posting of miscellaneous information pertaining, for the most part, to skin care, hair removal and esthetics. A medical esthetician and certified medical electrologist with a Degree in Natural Health, I have 11 years experience that include the spa industry and medical aesthetics with plastic surgeons and dermatologists. I also do freelance skin care training and am currently designing The Aesthetic Apothecary. Stay tuned for more information on that exciting adventure!
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