Is eye protection necessary when tanning?

Question

Every time I go to the tanning salon I have to ask them to give me the eye protection that they say is required. I've read that it's not safe to tan without it but I would think they'd automatically give it to you if everyone uses it. Do people really use the eye protection or it just a plus?

Answer 1

USE THE EYE PROTECTION, and demand that your tanning salon take it seriously and require everyone to use it. UV radiation is harmful to the eyes and a major contributor to eye disease such as cataracts, retinal deterioration and other vision impairments. Regardless of the hype you get at a tanning salon, remember: while tanning beds (up-to-code beds, anyway) may not be proven to be more dangerous than natural tanning, they're by no means safer. UV-blocking eyeware in a tanning bed is a must, just as you should wear UV-blocking sunglasses outdoors. Eye health is understressed in the US, but you need to take it seriously, especially as a tanner.

Answer 2

I think people should use eyeprotection because the tanning light could be harmful to your eyes

Answer 3

it is absolutely necessary. If you tan that often, buy your own eye protection, it is a wise investment!

Answer 4

Use eye protection, always. There is also good info on harmful rays at http://www.associatedcontent.com/article/228971/how_to_minimize_your_risk_of_getting.html

Answer 5

I use eye protection b/c if not the UV rays can damage your eyes. (Also I have contacts and when I don't wear them, my eyes become really dry)

Answer 6

Absolutely!!! sun exposure leads to cataracts.

Answer 7

i would use it if i went tanning! but i dont do tht

Answer 8

yea i use it when i tan

Answer 9

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