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Artificial tanning and suntan salons

A B Watson

    The Medical Journal of Australia
    |May 15, 1982
    PubMed
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    Artificial tanning using long-wave ultraviolet light (UVA) may seem safer than short-wave (UVB), but UVA is not harmless. More research is needed on UVA

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    Area of Science:

    • Dermatology
    • Photobiology
    • Public Health

    Background:

    • Artificial tanning methods are widely sought despite known health risks.
    • Long-wave ultraviolet A (UVA) sources are often perceived as safer than short-wave ultraviolet B (UVB) for tanning.
    • UVB is generally recommended for therapeutic purposes only.

    Purpose of the Study:

    • To evaluate the relative safety and efficacy of UVA versus UVB in artificial tanning.
    • To highlight the potential risks associated with UVA exposure, particularly long-term effects.
    • To address the need for standardized safety protocols for UVA tanning devices.

    Main Methods:

    • Review of existing literature on UVA and UVB tanning effects.
    • Analysis of current safety recommendations and regulatory standards for tanning equipment.
    • Identification of knowledge gaps regarding the long-term dermatological and ophthalmological impacts of UVA.

    Main Results:

    • UVA provides deeper tans and is considered potentially safer than UVB for most individuals.
    • UVA is not harmless and may not effectively tan all skin types.
    • There is insufficient data on the long-term effects of UVA on skin and eyes.

    Conclusions:

    • While UVA may be preferred over UVB for tanning, it carries its own risks and is not universally effective.
    • The variable dosage and lack of visible indicators (like redness) for UVA exposure pose significant hazards, especially for home-use devices.
    • Mandatory eye protection and stringent safety standards for UVA solaria are essential until further research clarifies long-term risks.

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