Why Gen Z is turning to sunbeds

• Gen Z is increasingly using sunbeds, viewing them as a form of self-care and wellness despite known health risks.
• This trend is concerning as sunbed use, especially before 35, significantly increases the risk of skin cancer and premature ageing.
• Social media platforms like TikTok are contributing to this trend, with influencers promoting sunbed use, often spreading misinformation about "safe tanning" and unregulated products.
• While some users claim sunbeds relieve stress or boost vitamin D, these claims are misleading, and any tan is a sign of skin damage.
• Doctors are observing a rise in sun damage and skin cancer among young people, highlighting the serious long-term consequences of sunbed use.

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