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Can You Get Sun Poisoning from a Sunbed?
BlogMany people know that spending too much time in the sun can cause sun poisoning, but can the same happen with a sunbed? The answer is yes. Sunbeds emit concentrated ultraviolet (UV) rays, which can trigger severe skin reactions similar to sun poisoning from natural sunlight. 1. What Is Sun Poison...Read more -
Can Sunbeds Help Depression?
BlogSome people wonder if tanning beds can improve mood or help with depression. While there is a connection between light exposure and mood, sunbeds are generally not recommended as a treatment for depression. 1. Light and Mood Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD): Some people experience depression dur...Read more -
Do Tanning Beds Give You Vitamin D Like the Sun?
BlogThe short answer is no — tanning beds do not provide vitamin D the way natural sunlight does. 1. How the Sun Produces Vitamin D When your skin absorbs UVB rays from sunlight, it triggers a natural process that creates vitamin D in your body. 2. Why Tanning Beds Are Different Tanning beds emit mos...Read more -
Is Red Light Therapy Good for Sunburn? How It Helps Skin Heal Faster
BlogYes — red light therapy has been scientifically shown to help the skin heal faster after sunburn by reducing inflammation, soothing pain, and accelerating tissue repair. Unlike chemical creams or temporary cooling gels, it works at the cellular level, promoting real recovery from within. At MERIC...Read more -
FAQ – Red Light Therapy & Pigmentation
Blog1. Can red light therapy remove dark spots permanently? It can fade and reduce pigmentation, but permanent results depend on the cause and consistent use. 2. How long does it take to see improvement? Most users notice brighter skin and reduced spots after 4–6 weeks of consistent sessions. 3. Is r...Read more -
Can Sunbeds Help SAD (Seasonal Affective Disorder)?
BlogSeasonal Affective Disorder (SAD) is a type of depression that occurs seasonally, usually in fall and winter, when sunlight exposure is limited. Some people wonder if sunbeds (tanning beds) can help improve mood or relieve SAD symptoms. 1. How Sunbeds Work UV Radiation: Sunbeds emit mainly UVA ra...Read more