According to the American Academy of Dermatology, tanning beds do not help acne. Tanning beds use intensive UV rays to darken the color of the skin, and this method is linked to skin cancers, including melanoma. Additionally, the only effect a tanning salon can have on acne is to darken the skin, thus making blemishes and pimples become less obvious on the surface of the skin. Tanning beds tend to dry out the skin and can damage collagen and elastin fibers in the skin working to heal acne scars on the surface of the skin. For this reason, a tanning booth or extreme sun exposure can not only prevent acne scars from healing, but can also make an acne scar appear darker, as the damaged skin.
While some people believe that tanning beds can help with acne, there is no scientific evidence to support this claim. In fact, tanning beds can cause serious injuries, including burns, loss of consciousness, and eye injuries. Moreover, tanning beds emit mostly UVA light, which cannot produce vitamin D, a nutrient that is essential for healthy skin.
In conclusion, tanning beds do not help with acne and can actually make it worse. They are also linked to skin cancers and other serious injuries. It is important to protect your skin from the sun and indoor tanning beds by using a high-SPF sunscreen and avoiding tanning beds altogether.
