The UV rays emitted from these devices is several times more concentrated than the sun's rays, thus several times more damaging. To say that tanning beds are safer than the sun is totally false. Overall, the best treatment for skin cancers and premature aging is to prevent them from occurring in the first place. Use a good sunscreen with at least an spf of 15, even in the winter. Don't forget to use sunscreen on your ears and neck, and apply lip balm that contains a block to your lips.
Protection is the key.
Choose one . . .