I’m 21 and addicted to tanning beds – trolls say I’m ‘too dark’ and ‘look dirty’
A WOMAN revealed she is addicted to tanning beds and loves her tanned skin.
Sam Corey, 21, has been warned by concerned social media users who fear she is “too dark” and could get “skin cancer”.
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But the young woman, who is believed to be from Ireland, hit back at the haters, claiming she wouldn’t pay to go to the sunbed so it ‘wouldn’t be noticed’.
In a short clip posted online, the blonde beauty poses while lip-syncing a scene from The Wolf of Wall Street.
She wrote: “I think I tore it on the tanning bed.”
The young woman smiled and confirmed that she is “addicted” to tanning beds.
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At the time the video was taken, Sam claimed she had only been sunbathing for “a few weeks.”
Additionally, she shared that in addition to tanning beds, she also uses a triple strength nasal spray to get a deep glow.
Tanning beds have long been linked to skin cancer and are even banned in countries like Brazil and Australia.
According to the International Agency for Research on Cancer (IARC)There is considerable evidence showing that tanning bed use causes melanomas.
They report that tanning beds increase the risk of skin cancer by as much as 20 percent and also state that they have no positive effects. advantages for our health.
Carol Cooper, Sun Doctor, shared her expertise and said: “Let’s be clear about tanning beds. It’s not just ‘some’ experts who say they’re bad for your skin. It’s almost all of them.
“In fact, anyone who has ever been to a tanning bed has at least a 20% higher chance of developing malignant melanoma, the deadliest skin cancer.
“UV rays damage the DNA in skin cells, making them more likely to mutate into cancer. You don’t even have to get a sunburn for that to happen.”
The Dangers of Nose Tanning Sprays
MELANOTAN is a man-made substance that stimulates the pigment cells in your skin to produce more melanin, making the skin appear darker.
It is produced in several forms, including as an injection and as a nasal spray.
All forms of Melanotan are illegal in the UK. Experts say they are not safe to use.
A government spokesperson said: “Products containing melanotan are unregistered medicines in the UK and as such their safety, quality and effectiveness have not been demonstrated.
“These products can cause serious side effects. Therefore, we advise people who have used Melanotan injections or nasal sprays to stop using them immediately. If you experience any side effects, contact your doctor.”
“Melanotan products have not been tested for safety, quality or effectiveness. Therefore, it is not known whether their use causes side effects and how serious they are,” according to Cancer Research UK.
“In addition, Melanotan products may contain harmful chemicals that are not listed on the label.”
Some of the reported side effects include:
- Diarrhea
- Vomit
- Nausea
- Change and/or darkening of existing moles
- Painful erections
- Facial redness
- Dizziness
- Changes in libido
- Pigmentation of the skin and nails
- Gastrointestinal problems
- Death of kidney tissue
Source: Cancer Research UK, the Medicines and Healthcare products Regulatory Agency and Dermatology Times
SOCIAL MEDIA USERS RESPOND
Sam’s TikTok clip, which was posted under the username @sam_xox2has clearly caused a lot of surprise, as the video has quickly been viewed 251,000 times.
But social media users were divided over Sam’s use of the tanning bed.
I don’t pay for tanning beds to keep it under wraps
Sam
Although some were jealous of her dark skin, not everyone was as kind.
Someone said, “I want this color.”
Another added: “My goal.”
A third commented: “Oh dear.”
Even though Sam may not see the signs now, many social media users have responded en masse to warn her of the dangers.
Risks of tanning beds
THE promise of a consistently radiant tan is too tempting for some people to deny.
Although a visit to the tanning bed may seem harmless, people who use a tanning bed should be aware of the risks.
According to the World Health Organization, about 10 percent of the population of Northern Europe regularly uses tanning beds.
Some people use them for years, increasing the risk of serious illness.
We are here to tell you all about tanning beds and whether they are safe to use.
According to the World Health Organization (WHO), tanning beds are as dangerous as smoking.
Like the sun, they emit harmful UV rays that damage the DNA in your skin cells.
Research has shown that this can eventually lead to malignant melanoma, the deadliest form of skin cancer.
According to the International Agency for Research on Cancer (IARC)There is considerable evidence showing that tanning bed use causes melanomas.
They report that tanning beds increase the risk of skin cancer by as much as 20 percent, but also state that they have no positive effects on our health.
Cancer research confirms this statistic, adding that “there is no such thing as a safe UV tan.”
Research has shown that tanning beds almost double the risk of cancer compared to never using them, with women being 83 percent more likely to develop the disease.
Although some people think tanning beds are safer than sitting outside in the midday sun, the risk is still twice as high as spending the same time in the Mediterranean sun at lunchtime, according to Cancer Research.
The Sunbed Association claims there is not enough evidence to link sunbed use to melanoma, adding: “It is overexposure and burning that increases the risk of skin cancer, not responsible UV exposure.”
But the WHO says: “Most sunbeds do not provide adequate advice to their customers.
“The use of eye protection, such as safety glasses or sunglasses, should be mandatory.
“But because tanning bed users want an even tan, they often choose not to protect any part of their body.”
Regarding the link to skin cancer, the world’s health experts add: “Self-tanning beds have been available for two decades, but due to the long latency period for skin cancer and eye damage, it has been difficult to demonstrate long-term health effects.
“Although the causes of malignant melanoma are not yet fully understood, tumor development appears to be related to occasional exposure to intense sunlight.
“Tanning beds expose their users to intermittent high exposures to UVA and UVB radiation. This can provide ideal conditions for the development of malignant skin cancer.
“However, the few epidemiological studies conducted to date have not produced consistent results.”
Despite the WHO’s cautious stance on the link between skin cancer, the organization advises against the use of tanning beds. According to one expert, the use of tanning beds is comparable to “an experiment with radiation exposure on an industrial scale.”
Regardless of skin cancer, tanning beds do not only pose long-term health risks.
Users report a range of short-term symptoms, including itching, dry and red skin, freckles, and photosensitivity.
A common long-term consequence, especially in people with fair skin, can be blistering of the skin.
“Skin sagging and wrinkling are almost certain prices paid by frequent tanning bed users,” according to the WHO. Not exactly the results you’d hope for if you’re going to a tanning bed for a beautiful, youthful appearance.
One user claimed: “Too dark, looks dirty, you can tell it’s sun tanned.”
Sam responded to this, writing, “I don’t pay for tanning beds to keep it under wraps.”
Stop and get a spray tan instead. Otherwise you’ll look like a handbag.
TikTok user
Meanwhile, a second posted: “This is so wrong.”
A third agreed: “You’ve changed race.”
While someone else explained: “You look a little too dark.”
But Sam clearly wasn’t upset, because she wrote back, “Luckily it’s me and not your body, honey.”
Meanwhile, a woman warned: “You’re a pretty girl. Stop and get a spray tan instead. Otherwise you’ll look like a handbag.”
While another said: “Skin cancer, here I come.”
Fabulous has launched the Dying For A Tan campaign to raise awareness of the dangers of using tanning beds, which can increase the risk of skin cancer and cause premature ageing.
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