Eye protection is not just important for the outdoors. Proper eye wear is also important when you get an indoor tan at a tanning salon or at home. Remember that tanning bulbs can damage eyes the same way as natural sunlight. They both have similar ultraviolet (UV) light so you must take the necessary precautions to protect yourself.
Overexposure to UV rays can greatly affect the retina. It can likewise damage the cornea and cause the lens to become cloudy – a condition known as a cataract. Without the proper treatment, cataracts can lead to blindness.
Indoor UV lights may appear less harmful; however, this is not the case. The intensity of lights found in tanning devices is greater and more destructive to the eyes than the ones found in natural sunlight. That’s why tanning goggles should be worn at all times in a tanning bed or booth. This is a must since the eyelids aren’t thick enough to protect your eyes from harmful UV light. Keeping your eyes closed or wearing conventional sunglasses is definitely not enough.
The best way to protect your eyes is to wear tanning goggles. Don’t settle for just any kind of goggles but select those with proper UV protection. Make sure your goggles fit properly in order to prevent light from seeping in. If any light gets through, adjust the strap to keep it out. If the problem persists, change your eye wear or get wraparound frames.
To prevent raccoon eyes, make use of self-tanning eye lotions. Don’t make the mistake of removing your tanning eye wear to tan your eyelids. Prolonged exposure to lamps can cause severe and permanent damage, including blindness.
Never wear contact lenses during a tanning session. This could lead to eye irritation and infection since tanning machines can dry out the lenses and damage them. Lastly, don’t look directly at the tanning bulbs.