Tanning bed rash is a skin irritation that can develop from spending too much time in a tanning bed thats been turned up too high. The rash can be caused by various factors, including blocked sweat ducts, allergic reactions, and lack of proper hygiene. Tanning lotions, oils, and other products can clog pores and cause your skin to react with a rash. If beds arent wiped down properly between users, leftover product from someone else may get on your skin and cause a rash. Even cleaning products used to wipe down tanning beds can be the cause of a tanning bed rash.
The symptoms of tanning bed rash include raised white or red bumps on your skin, inflammation, itching, redness, swelling, and pain. The rash can be very itchy and uncomfortable, and it can be difficult to treat. The skin may peel or develop open sores. Tanning bed rashes can look different on everyone. They may be small and mostly located around the ankles or wrists, or they may be larger and more widespread. The rash usually appears on the face, neck, chest, back, stomach, armpits, and genitals.
To prevent tanning bed rash, its important to practice proper hygiene and avoid using tanning beds too frequently or for too long. If you develop a rash after using a tanning bed, keep a close eye on it. If the rash lasts for more than five days, you should speak with your doctor or dermatologist to see if there are other factors at play. If you have a rash from a tanning bed, you can take a warm bath with colloidal oatmeal to manage itchiness. If home remedies dont work, your doctor may prescribe a stronger antihistamine or other medication.
