Reasons for using indoor tanning devices: A systematic review of qualitative evidence.

ABSTRACT:

Purpose

Despite the established causal links to skin cancer, skin ageing and eye inflammation, people continue to use indoor tanning devices (hereafter 'sunbeds'). Understanding the reasons underlying the use of sunbeds is essential for developing effective interventions. The purpose of this study was to collate all existing evidence from qualitative papers published to date that had assessed motivations for using sunbeds.

Methods

Six databases were searched from inception to February 2020 for qualitative studies that explored adults' experiences of using sunbeds. Sixteen studies met the inclusion criteria, and a narrative evidence synthesis was used to collate findings from each primary study.

Results

Users of sunbeds were motivated primarily by aesthetic concerns bu

SUBMITTER: Eden M 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC10084128 | biostudies-literature | 2023 Feb

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature