{"id":607699,"date":"2024-08-20T14:27:39","date_gmt":"2024-08-20T12:27:39","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/gymbeam.com\/blog\/?p=607699"},"modified":"2024-08-21T14:29:03","modified_gmt":"2024-08-21T12:29:03","slug":"whats-the-difference-between-sunbathing-and-tanning-in-a-sunbed-and-which-is-healthier","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/gymbeam.com\/blog\/whats-the-difference-between-sunbathing-and-tanning-in-a-sunbed-and-which-is-healthier\/","title":{"rendered":"What\u2019s the Difference Between Sunbathing and Tanning in a Sunbed? And Which is Healthier?"},"content":{"rendered":"<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_72 ez-toc-wrap-left counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-custom ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/gymbeam.com\/blog\/whats-the-difference-between-sunbathing-and-tanning-in-a-sunbed-and-which-is-healthier\/#What_is_a_Tan_and_How_Does_it_Form\" title=\"What is a Tan and How Does it Form?\">What is a Tan and How Does it Form?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/gymbeam.com\/blog\/whats-the-difference-between-sunbathing-and-tanning-in-a-sunbed-and-which-is-healthier\/#Tanning_Depends_on_Skin_Type\" title=\"Tanning Depends on Skin Type\">Tanning Depends on Skin Type<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/gymbeam.com\/blog\/whats-the-difference-between-sunbathing-and-tanning-in-a-sunbed-and-which-is-healthier\/#Melanin_Can_Be_Dangerous\" title=\"Melanin Can Be Dangerous\">Melanin Can Be Dangerous<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/gymbeam.com\/blog\/whats-the-difference-between-sunbathing-and-tanning-in-a-sunbed-and-which-is-healthier\/#Tanning_Produces_Vitamin_D\" title=\"Tanning Produces Vitamin D\">Tanning Produces Vitamin D<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/gymbeam.com\/blog\/whats-the-difference-between-sunbathing-and-tanning-in-a-sunbed-and-which-is-healthier\/#How_Do_Tanning_Beds_Work\" title=\"How Do Tanning Beds Work?\">How Do Tanning Beds Work?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/gymbeam.com\/blog\/whats-the-difference-between-sunbathing-and-tanning-in-a-sunbed-and-which-is-healthier\/#New_Trend_%E2%80%93_Collagen_Tanning_Beds\" title=\"New Trend &#8211; Collagen Tanning Beds\">New Trend &#8211; Collagen Tanning Beds<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/gymbeam.com\/blog\/whats-the-difference-between-sunbathing-and-tanning-in-a-sunbed-and-which-is-healthier\/#Which_Form_of_Tanning_is_Better\" title=\"Which Form of Tanning is Better?\">Which Form of Tanning is Better?<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n\n<p>Sunbathing is an inseparable part of summer. During the months when the sun is at its highest in the sky, spending time in swimwear by the water is the perfect way to relax. Under ideal conditions, the result is a beautiful <a class=\"ek-link\" href=\"https:\/\/gymbeam.com\/sun-kiss-beastpink.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\" (opens in a new tab)\">bronze tan<\/a>, which is generally aesthetically pleasing. Of course, <strong>ideal conditions<\/strong> mean using proper protection, such as sunscreen with an adequate SPF, and ensuring a healthy dose of sun exposure. Along with tanning, you can also enjoy the benefits of <strong>increased <a class=\"ek-link\" href=\"https:\/\/gymbeam.com\/blog\/vitamin-d-and-everything-you-need-to-know-about-it\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\" (opens in a new tab)\">vitamin D<\/a>&nbsp;production<\/strong>, which is incredibly important for overall health.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>During the months when sunbathing might not seem like the best idea, some people opt for <strong>sunbeds<\/strong>, which can achieve the same result\u2014beautifully tanned skin\u2014in a shorter amount of time. But what is the difference between sunbathing and using a sunbed? Can sunbeds help you produce vitamin D during the winter months? What are the risks associated with sunbathing versus using a sunbed? We\u2019ll answer all these questions (and a few more) in this article.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1124\" height=\"814\" src=\"https:\/\/gymbeam.sk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/Snimka-obrazovky-2024-08-16-o-9.01.22-1124x814.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-607117\" srcset=\"https:\/\/gymbeam.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/Snimka-obrazovky-2024-08-16-o-9.01.22-1124x814.png 1124w, https:\/\/gymbeam.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/Snimka-obrazovky-2024-08-16-o-9.01.22-400x290.png 400w, https:\/\/gymbeam.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/Snimka-obrazovky-2024-08-16-o-9.01.22.png 1456w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1124px) 100vw, 1124px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading is-style-h2\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_is_a_Tan_and_How_Does_it_Form\"><\/span>What is a Tan and How Does it Form?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>While it may seem purely aesthetic at first glance, tanning is actually <strong>the skin\u2019s defensive response to ultraviolet<\/strong> (UV) radiation from the sun. This UV radiation primarily consists of <strong>UVA (95%) and a smaller portion of UVB (5%).<\/strong> The most dangerous UVC radiation does not reach the Earth&#8217;s surface.&nbsp;<sup><mark class=\"has-inline-color has-orange-color\" style=\"background-color: rgba(0, 0, 0, 0);\">[1]<\/mark><\/sup><\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>UVA radiation is responsible for tanning, whereas UVB rays cause sunburns,<strong> leading to skin damage.<\/strong> A tan develops when UV radiation penetrates the skin and triggers cells whose job is <strong>to protect the skin from potential damage<\/strong> due to sun exposure. These cells are called <strong>melanocytes.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>Melanocytes make up about <strong>1% of all skin cells,<\/strong> and each is connected to several neighbouring cells. In response to UV radiation, melanocytes produce melanin. Melanin then spreads to the surrounding skin cells, causing an even darkening of the skin. <sup><mark style=\"background-color: rgba(0, 0, 0, 0);\" class=\"has-inline-color has-orange-color\">[2]<\/mark><\/sup><\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n    <link href=\"https:\/\/gymbeam.com\/blog\/wp-content\/themes\/wp-gymbeam-blog-theme\/css\/vue\/index.css\" rel=\"preload\" as=\"style\">\n    <link href=\"https:\/\/gymbeam.com\/blog\/wp-content\/themes\/wp-gymbeam-blog-theme\/js\/vue\/chunk-vendors.js\" rel=\"preload\" as=\"script\">\n    <link href=\"https:\/\/gymbeam.com\/blog\/wp-content\/themes\/wp-gymbeam-blog-theme\/js\/vue\/index.js\" rel=\"preload\" as=\"script\">\n    <link data-no-optimize=\"1\" href=\"https:\/\/gymbeam.com\/blog\/wp-content\/themes\/wp-gymbeam-blog-theme\/css\/vue\/index.css\" rel=\"stylesheet\">\n\n    <h2>\n        You might be interested in these products:    <\/h2>\n\n    <div data-app=\"recommended\" data-products=\"28760,52267,55579,72595,57589,59173,7970,46072,66412,53761,49996,45286,34225,29715\" ><\/div>\n\n    <script data-no-optimize=\"1\" src=\"https:\/\/gymbeam.com\/blog\/wp-content\/themes\/wp-gymbeam-blog-theme\/js\/vue\/chunk-vendors.js\"><\/script>\n    <script data-no-optimize=\"1\" src=\"https:\/\/gymbeam.com\/blog\/wp-content\/themes\/wp-gymbeam-blog-theme\/js\/vue\/index.js\"><\/script>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading is-style-h2\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Tanning_Depends_on_Skin_Type\"><\/span>Tanning Depends on Skin Type<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The speed and intensity at which the sun tans or burns our skin largely <strong>depend on our skin&#8217;s pigmentation.<\/strong> The differences in skin colour are not due to the number of melanocytes but rather their <strong>activity level and the type of melanin they produce.<\/strong> The most common form of melanin across all skin types is eumelanin. This dark form of melanin is responsible for the darker pigmentation of skin and <strong>hair<\/strong>. The second form of melanin is pheomelanin, which is found in higher quantities in people with <strong>red hair. <\/strong>People of Asian descent typically have roughly twice the amount of eumelanin compared to those of European descent, while people of African descent may have up to six times the amount.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>The protective role of melanin is evident from the incidence of skin cancer. People of African descent have <strong>up to 70 times lower risk of developing skin cancer<\/strong> compared to those with light skin.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Dark skin<\/strong> allows only about 17% of UVA and 7% of UVB radiation to penetrate.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>In contrast, <strong>light skin<\/strong>, typical of those with European ancestry, allows as much as 55% of UVA and 24% of UVB radiation to pass through.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>Melanin in people of African descent is also more <strong>resistant to degradation<\/strong> and remains in the skin permanently, whereas the tan in Europeans typically lasts around <strong>10 days<\/strong>. However, this duration can be extended with regular sun exposure. <sup><mark style=\"background-color: rgba(0, 0, 0, 0);\" class=\"has-inline-color has-orange-color\">[2]<\/mark><\/sup><\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-9d6595d7 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"750\" height=\"1124\" src=\"https:\/\/gymbeam.sk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/it_ledonatella_082024_06-750x1124.jpg\" alt=\"Tanning Depends on Skin Type\" class=\"wp-image-607271\" srcset=\"https:\/\/gymbeam.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/it_ledonatella_082024_06-750x1124.jpg 750w, https:\/\/gymbeam.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/it_ledonatella_082024_06-267x400.jpg 267w, https:\/\/gymbeam.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/it_ledonatella_082024_06-1025x1536.jpg 1025w, https:\/\/gymbeam.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/it_ledonatella_082024_06-1366x2048.jpg 1366w, https:\/\/gymbeam.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/it_ledonatella_082024_06.jpg 1592w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 750px) 100vw, 750px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading is-style-default\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Melanin_Can_Be_Dangerous\"><\/span>Melanin Can Be Dangerous<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Despite its protective role during tanning, melanin can become harmful when exposed<strong> to intense sunbathing<\/strong> and UVA radiation, as it may interact with the DNA in skin cells, leading to <strong>oxidative stress.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>Pheomelanin, in particular, is <strong>more prone to degradation<\/strong> under such conditions. People with fair skin and red hair, who typically have higher levels of pheomelanin, are therefore at greater risk for developing skin cancer and <strong>should take extra precautions to protect their skin<\/strong>.<sup><mark class=\"has-inline-color has-orange-color\" style=\"background-color: rgba(0, 0, 0, 0);\">[3]<\/mark><\/sup><\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading is-style-default\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Tanning_Produces_Vitamin_D\"><\/span>Tanning Produces Vitamin D<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>While UVA radiation can give us a tan, it doesn&#8217;t stimulate the production of <a class=\"ek-link\" href=\"https:\/\/gymbeam.com\/vitamin-d\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\" (opens in a new tab)\">vitamin D<\/a>&nbsp;in the skin. This crucial process requires UVB radiation. Even though UVB accounts for only 5% of the UV radiation that reaches the Earth&#8217;s surface, it is sufficient to trigger a chemical reaction in the skin, converting 7-dehydrocholesterol into vitamin D.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>Vitamin D is <strong>vital<\/strong> for bone health as it aids in calcium absorption. It can also help alleviate symptoms of depression, boost the immune system, and better regulate inflammation.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>According to the European Food Safety Authority (EFSA), <strong>the recommended daily intake of vitamin D is 15 \u00b5g. How much vitamin D is produced by sun exposure?<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>If the <strong>entire body<\/strong> is exposed to sunlight for 15-20 minutes, resulting in <strong>a light pinkness of the skin,<\/strong> approximately 250 \u00b5g of vitamin D can be produced. This amount is several times higher than the daily requirement.<sup><mark class=\"has-inline-color has-orange-color\" style=\"background-color: rgba(0, 0, 0, 0);\">[4]<\/mark><\/sup><\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>Prolonged sun exposure without adequate protection, however, does more harm than good, and can lead to <strong>sunburn and skin damage<\/strong>. Once the maximum vitamin D production is reached, the body has a safeguard mechanism that produces inactive metabolites, meaning that longer sun exposure <strong>won&#8217;t result in more vitamin D.<\/strong><sup><mark class=\"has-inline-color has-orange-color\" style=\"background-color: rgba(0, 0, 0, 0);\">[4]<\/mark><\/sup><\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>While sunscreens with SPF do block UV radiation from penetrating the skin, <strong>they do not completely block<\/strong> vitamin D production under real-world conditions.<sup><mark class=\"has-inline-color has-orange-color\" style=\"background-color: rgba(0, 0, 0, 0);\">[5]<\/mark><\/sup><\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>During the winter months or due to the constraints of modern life, exposure to sunlight <strong>may decrease<\/strong>, making it advisable to supplement <a href=\"https:\/\/gymbeam.com\/vitamin-d3-2000-iu-gymbeam.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" class=\"ek-link\">vitamin D<\/a> through <strong>diet or supplements.<\/strong> Good dietary sources of vitamin D include salmon (66% of the daily requirement per 100 g), sardines (24% of the daily requirement per 100 g), eggs (5% of the daily requirement per 100 g), or mushrooms and <a href=\"https:\/\/gymbeam.com\/bio-vitamin-d3-vanavita.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">lichens<\/a> that have been exposed to sunlight.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading is-style-h2\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_Do_Tanning_Beds_Work\"><\/span>How Do Tanning Beds Work?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Tanning beds provide a <strong>quick and efficient way<\/strong> to achieve a <a class=\"ek-link\" href=\"https:\/\/gymbeam.com\/blog\/the-best-foods-and-nutrients-for-a-bronze-tan-and-youthful-skin\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\" (opens in a new tab)\">bronzed glow<\/a>&nbsp;year-round. Instead of lying in the sun for hours, you can obtain a tan <strong>in just 5 minutes<\/strong> using a tanning bed. In the past, this convenience made tanning beds extremely popular. However, research findings on their health effects and subsequent regulations have led to a significant decline in their use, with <strong>more than half of former users now avoiding them.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>Unlike sunlight, which contains light of various wavelengths, tanning beds <strong>predominantly emit UVA radiation.<\/strong> This type of radiation stimulates the production of melanin, leading to a tan. Modern tanning beds also emit a small amount of UVB radiation, which, although it can cause sunburn with prolonged exposure, also helps in the production of vitamin D. Manufacturers strive to adhere to limits set by the European Commission, based on long-term observations that tanning beds <strong>increase the risk of melanoma.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Numerous studies<\/strong> have confirmed the link between regular use of tanning beds and an increased risk of melanoma. Meta-analyses of these studies indicate that the risk of developing melanoma significantly increases (<strong>by up to 27%<\/strong>) if you visit a tanning bed 10 or more times per year.<sup><mark class=\"has-inline-color has-orange-color\" style=\"background-color: rgba(0, 0, 0, 0);\">[6]<\/mark><\/sup><\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>The concentrated UVA radiation in tanning beds stimulates the production of <strong>free radicals<\/strong>, causing oxidative stress in the skin. Besides increasing the risk of melanoma, it also leads to <strong>premature ageing of the skin and the formation of wrinkles<\/strong>.<sup><mark class=\"has-inline-color has-orange-color\" style=\"background-color: rgba(0, 0, 0, 0);\">[7]<\/mark><\/sup><\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1124\" height=\"749\" src=\"https:\/\/gymbeam.sk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/iStock-1298449147-1124x749.jpg\" alt=\"A tanning bed provides a quick and effective way to achieve a bronze tan all year round.\" class=\"wp-image-607168\" style=\"aspect-ratio:1.500667556742323;width:840px;height:auto\" title=\"A tanning bed provides a quick and effective way to achieve a bronze tan all year round.\" srcset=\"https:\/\/gymbeam.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/iStock-1298449147-1124x749.jpg 1124w, https:\/\/gymbeam.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/iStock-1298449147-400x267.jpg 400w, https:\/\/gymbeam.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/iStock-1298449147.jpg 1254w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1124px) 100vw, 1124px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading is-style-h2\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"New_Trend_%E2%80%93_Collagen_Tanning_Beds\"><\/span>New Trend &#8211; Collagen Tanning Beds<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Collagen tanning beds, which <strong>promise increased collagen production<\/strong> to rejuvenate and regenerate the skin, operate differently from traditional tanning beds. While conventional tanning beds use UV radiation for tanning, collagen tanning beds rely on<strong> infrared (IR) radiation<\/strong>, which we commonly perceive as heat.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>Infrared lamps have been on the market for several decades and <strong>can indeed assist<\/strong> in treating and regenerating skin issues. However, there are still <strong>many unanswered questions<\/strong> in science regarding infrared radiation, and collagen tanning beds, which are becoming increasingly popular, often promise <strong>more than they can actually deliver.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>It&#8217;s also important to note that manufacturers often combine tanning with collagen production, so most of these tanning beds <strong>also emit UV radiation<\/strong>. The combination of UV, which damages the skin, and IR, which is supposed to help it, suggests that claims about their miraculous effects might be somewhat exaggerated.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading is-style-h2\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Which_Form_of_Tanning_is_Better\"><\/span>Which Form of Tanning is Better?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Natural sun tanning <strong>comes with both risks and benefits<\/strong>. The radiation that reaches the Earth&#8217;s surface not only tans the skin but also stimulates the production of large amounts of vitamin D. With natural tanning, you can <strong>control how long you spend in the sun,<\/strong> avoiding unnecessary health and aesthetic risks. Proper protection ensures minimal risk of <a class=\"ek-link\" href=\"https:\/\/gymbeam.com\/blog\/how-does-a-sunburn-develop-and-what-to-do-when-you-get-a-sunburn\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\" (opens in a new tab)\">sunburn<\/a>&nbsp;and skin damage, which in the worst cases can lead to skin cancer.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>Tanning beds are available all year round and are effective, but despite international regulations, there is still a risk that the emitted UV radiation <strong>does not meet safety standards<\/strong>, increasing health risks such as a higher likelihood of developing melanoma. Additionally, the intense UVA radiation is responsible for <strong>accelerated skin ageing.<\/strong> Unlike sunbathing by the water, tanning in a bed is quick and lacks the other enjoyable activities you might engage in at the beach.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>At first glance, it\u2019s clear that <strong>controlled sun tanning<\/strong>, which can make summer days more enjoyable,<strong> is the safer alternative<\/strong>. However, it\u2019s crucial not to forget proper protection. 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