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A “perfect tan” may come at a much higher price than previously thought. A new study published in Science Advances sheds light on a disturbing reality: tanning beds don’t just affect the appearance of the skin, they damage it fundamentally, even down to the DNA.
The research, conducted by Northwestern University and the University of California San Francisco, shows that artificial ultraviolet radiation leaves widespread "marks" on the skin, much deeper than those caused by the sun. At the center of the alarm is melanoma: the most aggressive form of skin cancer.
What did scientists discover?
After analyzing over 32,000 patients and genetic studies at the cellular level, it turned out that tanning bed users had almost twice as many DNA mutations. Even more worrying: the damage appeared in areas of the body that are not usually exposed to the sun at all.
The study was led by dermatologist A. Hunter Shain and co-author Bishal Tandukar, who warn that the damage is irreversible. “A mutation cannot be undone, so prevention is key,” they emphasize.
The risk increases significantly
The data is clear: the use of tanning beds is associated with a nearly threefold increase in the risk of melanoma, the appearance of cancer in unusual areas, and accelerated genetic "aging" of the skin.
It's no coincidence that the World Health Organization classifies sunbeds as a Group 1 carcinogen, in the same category as tobacco and asbestos. The reason? UV radiation penetrates deeply, directly damaging DNA and creating mutations that can lead to cancer.
The experts' message is straightforward: artificial tanning may look aesthetically appealing, but behind it lies a real and lasting health risk. Avoiding tanning beds remains one of the safest ways to protect your skin, and your life.
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