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Vogue
13 hours ago
- Health
- Vogue
Is It Ever Possible to Tan Responsibly?
Hold up—is tanning making a comeback? Robert F. Kennedy, the Secretary of the United States Department of Health and Human Services and leader of the Make America Healthy Again movement, was recently spotted leaving a Washington, D.C. tanning salon Palm Beach Tan. A representative pleaded the fifth, however, on whether Kennedy was there for a spray tan, 20 minutes in the bed with deep dark intensifyer, or on official government business. And a new form of blush, which mimics a sunburn across the nose, is trending, while the models at Chloé's SS25 show were sporting tan lines. That's all on top of the SPF skepticism era we're currently living in: influencers are touting homemade sun protection that has no scientific backing, and skin cancer—an incredibly preventable cancer when preventative measures are taken—has become endemic. Truly, what gives? Board-certified dermatologist Anetta Reszko, MD, gets it. 'I grew up during a time when tanning was completely normalized and, in many ways, encouraged,' she confesses to Vogue. 'I didn't fully understand the long-term consequences of UV exposure until later in my medical training.' For those who are full-blown MAHA, the fact that almost half of Americans are deficient in vitamin D, also known as the 'sunshine vitamin,' may have something to do with it, too. 'There's also a growing appreciation for the psychological and biological benefits of sun exposure—from mood elevation and circadian rhythm support to vitamin D synthesis,' Dr. Resko adds. 'This all influences everything from immune resilience to metabolic health. In that context, sunlight is being reframed as an essential, healing force—part of a broader 'back to basics' wellness trend.' It's not about being anti-sun, it's about being anti-skin cancer. So safety is key—and in fact, there are ways to tan safely. 'The risk of tanning is not equal among everyone,' Manhattan-based board-certified dermatologist Elyse M. Love, MD, says. 'When it comes to skin cancer, the most important thing is to avoid burning. The second most important thing is to decrease cumulative sun exposure.' Dr. Resko agrees. 'You can enjoy the sun and protect your skin. Healthy skin isn't about extremes—it's about consistency and informed choices.'
Daily Mail
23-06-2025
- Health
- Daily Mail
Unfathomable moment America's top health official indulges in cancer-causing act
Robert F Kennedy Junior is no stranger to a wellness routine, but his latest one is raising eyebrows as critics point out the health secretary's hobby could cause cancer. RFK Jr, 71, was snapped leaving a tanning salon in Washington, DC last week surrounded by a team of security guards. In the clip, he is shown exiting Palm Beach Tan, a business that offers multiple tanning services. The salon says it is '100 percent dedicated to helping you find your perfect shade', offering both UV beds — linked to skin cancer and premature aging — and spray-on tans — which may cause DNA damage. The national chain states it offers 'cutting-edge sunbed and spray tanning options,' as well as 'state-of-the-art wellness services, including red light therapy, infrared saunas, and more'. It isn't known which service the secretary received and when contacted by a receptionist at the salon declined to comment. She told this website: 'We can't comment on that; have a nice day.' However, if the secretary did receive one of the tanning treatments, he could be setting himself up for major health problems, as tanning beds are associated with an up to 75 percent higher risk of skin cancer and chemicals in spray-on tan mists are linked to DNA damage and breathing problems. The Department of Health and Human Services did not respond to a request for comment now has he made any previous comments on his complexion or tanning habits. Tanning beds use high-intensity UV radiation to produce a sun-kissed look, but this radiation can also penetrate the skin and damage the DNA of cells. Experts say there is no safe level of exposure from these beds, while the International Agency for Research on Cancer lists them as Group 1 carcinogens — on the same level as tobacco smoke and asbestos. While spray tans don't use UV, their mist contains an additive called dihydroxyacetone, or DHA, a compound made from sugar that can attach to proteins on the surface of the skin to create a tan. Small amounts of this tan may be able to enter the skin, however. A 2004 lab study found a link between DHA and an increased risk of DNA damage, which could cause cancer - though it didn't list a specific type of the disease. DHA has also been linked to skin irritation and concerns over breathing problems if someone inhales the fumes. RFK Jr's tanning salon visit was revealed in a post on TikTok from Cody Miller, a fitness fanatic in the local area. He posted the Health Secretary to background music from Spongebob Squarepants, and with the comment: 'Nothing like being unhealthy on a Tuesday afternoon'. The clip has since gone viral, racking up more than 1.1million views. One commentator responded, 'and he's worried about red dyes?', while a second said, 'Is it a requirement that they all must be the same shade of orange as Trump?' Another called RFK Jr a 'rotisserie chicken.' People have also responded by dubbing the clip a sign of Make America Orange Again and Make America Tan Again — a nod to the Trump administration's slogan. RFK Jr has not previously commented on his tanning habits but has raised eyebrows over his complexion in the past, especially at his senate confirmation hearing in January — where viewers pointed out he had an orange glow. People on social media were quick to point out the irony that America's top health official was potentially engaging in a cancer-causing act. However, it is not the first case of RFK Jr seemingly skirting his own advice, In another previous case, he was slammed as a 'hypocrite' by doctors after he was snapped with an ultra-processed energy drink that contained potentially toxic ingredients. RFK Jr, who has said he 'never eats' ultra-processed foods, was photographed clutching a bottle of C4 Energy drink at Gold's Gym on Venice Beach in February, while posing for a photo with a former jiu-jitsu world champion. The drink has 17 ingredients in it, including several preservatives that have been linked to major health conditions such as cancer.
Yahoo
06-02-2025
- Health
- Yahoo
Ohio bill would restrict minors' use of tanning beds
COLUMBUS, Ohio (WCMH) – An Ohio lawmaker is attempting to ban those under 16 years old from using tanning beds at salons, and add more restrictions for those under 18. Senate Bill 25, sponsored by Sen. Terry Johnson (R-Portsmouth), would prohibit children under 16 from using a sunbed at a 'tanning facility.' Under current state law, those under 16 years old can use a tanning bed if they have parental consent in the form of a signature prior to each session, and the guardian is present at the facility while the child is tanning. Ohio lawmakers not likely to consider gun reform after New Albany shooting Introduced in late January, the bill would also add restrictions for those who are above 16 but under 18. Currently, those between 16 and 18 also must get parental consent. However, the consent becomes valid for 90 days and the parent is not required to stay during the session. SB 25 would change that, requiring those between 16 and 18 to get parental consent every time they use a tanning bed, and the guardian would be required to stay at the facility each time. Twenty states and the District of Columbia ban all minors from using indoor tanning beds, and 44 states, including Ohio, have some restrictions for minors, according to a 2023 report from the AIM at Melanoma foundation. Johnson introduced a similar bill in the last General Assembly that would have banned all minors from using tanning beds at salons had it passed. While the bill had multiple public hearings, it did not reach the point of receiving a vote before the legislative session ended. 'According to the American Academy of Dermatology Association, almost 33% of those who use tanning beds first began their use before the age of 18,' Johnson said in 2023 testimony for his former bill. 'The ultraviolet light from tanning beds is a known carcinogen. Exposure to this harmful UV light at a young age can increase the risk of developing many types of skin cancer, including melanoma.' The prior bill received proponent testimony from nine healthcare professionals, who cited similar concerns about how tanning beds contribute to skin cancer. One study observing 63 women diagnosed with melanoma before age 30 found that 61 of them, or 97%, used tanning beds, according to The Skin Cancer Foundation. Tobacco retailers sound off on propose Ohio tax increase The past legislation faced two opponents – a coalition of tanning facilities and Palm Beach Tan, a salon with dozens of locations across Ohio. In opponent testimony for the former bill, Jill Frank, director of operations with Palm Beach Tan, stated 41% of all sunbed usage occurs in homes, apartment complexes and gyms – and that legislation addressing salons will not change that. 'In other words, passage of this bill would simply drive those who want to use sunbeds into those non-salon units that won't be covered by ANY law, where no professional operator sets the exposure time like my staff does,' Frank said. 'So there is no doubt passage of those bills would INCREASE sunburn – not decrease it.' SB 25 was assigned to the Senate's Health Committee and awaits its first hearing. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
