In the winter is a sun tan booth good for light therapy?

Question

In the winter is a sun tan booth good for light therapy?

Answer 1

It's better than nothing! I use them and they perk me up a bit just don't over do it!

Answer 2

First and foremost you should understand that tanning (especially with in a tanning booth) not only can but will damage your skin.

The best treatment for SAD (Seasonal Affective Disorder) is a special light, though there are also medications and other treatments available.  I get pretty SAD in the winter and tanning does seem to work for me, but I always try to remember those extra side effects.

Answer 3

no, a tanning booth will do significant damage to your skin, light therapy needs to be delivered with a light box, one that is set to the proper frequency.

Answer 4

Definitely NOT!!! See S.A.D., in section 2, at http://www.ezy-build.net.nz/~shaneris Avoid tanning salons: they have been shown to cause an increased rate of melanoma (skin cancer). At www.mercola.com use the searchbar: light therapy, S.A.D., etc.

Answer 5

Tanning bed always makes me feel great afterwards!