Tan Crazy: 71% Of Young Americans Think Tanning Is Good For Your Health

Young Americans are tan crazy, according to a recent survey of people aged 18-29 from the American Academy of Dermatology.

Woman Tanning

71% of respondents to an online survey said they agreed with the statement, “sun exposure is good for your health.” 58% said they thought people with tans look more attractive.

The survey also found that 40% of respondents under 30 tried to get a tan in the last year — either using a tanning bed, spending time in the sun, or with self-tanner.

Tan Woman In Gym

Dermatologist Dr. Zoe D. Draelos explained, “Ultimately, seeking to change the color of your skin is self-defeating because exposure to ultraviolet radiation — either through tanning beds or by seeking the sun — can lead to wrinkles, prematurely aging skin and even a diagnosis of skin cancer.”