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Daily Mail
17-05-2025
- Health
- Daily Mail
Danger of nasal tanning sprays that can cause skin cancer
Experts have warned about Nasal tanning sprays that have been linked to deadly skin cancer. The unregulated sprays - which claim to accelerate tanning - may also trigger nausea, vomiting, and high blood pressure according to the Chartered Trading Standards Institute (CTSI). The CTSI is now urging the public to avoid any tanning product that is 'inhaled or ingested'. The sprays claim to work by delivering a substance known as Melanotan 2, a chemical that darkens skin pigmentation and which is banned in the UK. While this creates a tan it 'may also encourage abnormal skin cell changes in response to UV exposure', according to the Melanoma Fund. It's these changes that can potentially lead to melanoma, the deadliest form of skin cancer. However, as the sprays are marketed as a cosmetic product rather than a medicine, they are not as tightly regulated and have surged in popularity. According to the British Beauty Council, the self-tan market is set to hit $990million by 2027. The CTSI also raised the alarm on the growing trend of people using flavored nasal tanning sprays, drops and gummies. They warned that 'unscrupulous' sellers on Facebook and TikTok were posting pictures of the products available in child-friendly flavors such as peach, bubblegum, grape, strawberry and lime. The regulator said it feared they could become the latest 'must have' products among young people 'leading to a youth epidemic as we saw with disposable vapes'. Susanna Daniels, chief executive of the skin-cancer charity Melanoma Focus, said: 'We're becoming increasingly concerned about the use of both nasal tanning sprays and tanning injections and their potential links with melanoma skin cancer. 'These unregulated and illegal products not only pose serious health risks but also encourage harmful behaviors, particularly among young consumers. 'We urge the public to consider the long-term impacts on their health and avoid using these substances altogether.' Gary Lipman, chairman at the Sunbed Association, added: 'Nasal sprays have absolutely no place in a professional tanning salon. 'We fully support CTSI's campaign to heighten awareness of the dangers of using them.' Some British patients have already been harmed by the products. Jen Atkin, a former Miss Great Britain winner from Grimsby, Lincolnshire, said she has been permanently scarred after using a nasal tanning spray she bought on Instagram. 'Unfortunately, I decided to go to extra lengths and fell into the trend of nasal tan,' she said. Atkin used the product twice and a dark brown mark appeared 'out of absolutely nowhere' on her forehead. She added: 'It scared the life out of me. It made me feel so nauseous and weird.' Melanoma is a serious form of skin cancer that begins in melanocytes, cells found in the upper layer of skin that produce melanin, which gives skin its color. While less common than other types of skin cancer, it is more dangerous because of its ability to spread to other organs more rapidly if it is not treated at an early stage. Around 17,000 people are diagnosed with melanoma each year, according to the latest figures published on the Cancer Research UK website. Almost nine in ten people diagnosed with melanoma survive ten years or more. There is an annual average of 2,300 deaths from the skin cancer, according to the charity, with it accounting for around 1 per cent of cancer deaths.
Cision Canada
12-05-2025
- Business
- Cision Canada
Dr. Ellen Marmur Joins MedSpa Partners
- MSP Begins the Year with the Addition of One of the Industry's Most Respected Practices - TORONTO, May 12, 2025 /CNW/ - MedSpa Partners Inc. (" MSP") is proud to welcome Dr. Ellen Marmur and her team at Marmur Medical to its top-tier North American medical aesthetics platform. With two locations in Manhattan's Upper East Side, Marmur Medical has been providing world-class cosmetic and medical dermatology care to patients for nearly fifteen years. Dr. Marmur is consistently recognized by leading publications and professional organizations as one of the top dermatologists in the United States. While her path—from leading wilderness survival canoe trips with a joint degree in Philosophy and Japanese to becoming one of the most renowned clinical and aesthetic dermatologists in America—may have been exceptional, it's emblematic of the breadth of drive, inspiration and expertise she brings to her pioneering approach. Her signature treatment philosophy, Preservation Aging®, focuses on supporting the body's natural healing systems to maintain healthy skin and overall wellbeing. In addition to leading her thriving practice, Dr. Marmur is a serial entrepreneur and philanthropist. She is the founder of MMSkincare, an LED-activated, science-based skincare line and medical device company. She also established the non-profit Skin Cancer, Take a Hike!, which funds education and early detection programs for skin cancer—merging her passions for skin health and outdoor adventure. Speaking on her reasons for joining MedSpa Partners, Dr. Marmur shared, "As a lifelong learner, I'm energized by people and organizations who push boundaries while staying grounded in what truly matters: the patient. MSP stood out because they treat their partners like people, not just another number. This isn't consolidation—it's collaboration. It's rare to find a growth partner that shares both your ambition and your integrity—MSP is that partner." MSP CEO Dominic Mazzone commented, "We're honored to welcome Dr. Ellen Marmur and her incredible team at Marmur Medical to the MSP family. Ellen's reputation speaks for itself—she's a trailblazer in dermatology and a passionate educator, and it's been a pleasure to connect with her as kindred spirits as entrepreneurs. The care that Ellen and her team provide fits perfectly into MSP's goal of providing Michelin Star patient experiences. This partnership not only strengthens our presence in the Northeast, it also deepens our bench of industry leaders who share our values. Dr. Marmur's addition sets the tone for what promises to be another landmark year of growth, leadership, and partnership at MSP." About MedSpa Partners Inc. MedSpa Partners is acquiring North America's leading Medical Aesthetics clinics, with the goal of allowing our industry-leading partners to achieve their personal and professional aspirations by creating world-class customer experiences through support, collaboration, and community. MSP is a portfolio company of Persistence Capital Partners, the leading private equity fund exclusively focused on high-growth opportunities in the healthcare field. Additional information on MSP is available at or contact:
CBS News
11-05-2025
- Health
- CBS News
National Council on Skin Cancer Prevention offers tips on protecting skin ahead of "Don't Fry Day"
May is Skin Cancer Awareness Month and a nonprofit organization is offering tips on protecting your skin from the sun. Skin cancer is the most common form of cancer in the United States. One in five Americans will develop skin cancer in their lifetime. The good news is that about 90% of skin cancers are preventable. The National Council on Skin Cancer Prevention designates the Friday before Memorial Day as "Don't Fry Day" to encourage sun safety at the start of summer. Renata Block, a Chicago-based and board-certified physician assistant specializing in dermatology, is part of the Don't Fry Day committee. She details what makes someone more susceptible to skin cancer. "Typically, if you have fair skin, you're going to have an increased risk," Block said. "If you have a family history, you're going to have an increased risk in regards to that genetic component. However, I have to say that everybody is at risk of developing a skin cancer. It does not discriminate in age, race, or gender. So, bottom line is you have to make sure that you protect yourself, but I also want to add, if you have a low immune system. Obviously, you're going to be at a greater risk as well." She says there is no water-resistant sunscreen, so it's important to reapply every one to two hours, no matter which sunscreen you choose. Additional tips to protect skin from the sun include never intentionally tan, apply sunscreen daily, wear sun protective clothing, and if possible, seek shade, especially between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. Don't Fry Day is May 23. More information can be found on the organization's Instagram and Facebook accounts.
