For many individuals who have a tanning addiction, the health warnings do not seem to matter. Some are not swayed to change their behavior due to the scare of possible skin cancer. People who tan because they feel it makes them look attractive may listen more when you tell them that tanning can cause premature aging of the skin including age spots, sagging leathery skin, and wrinkles.

It is uncertain as to what it will take for some people to listen to the message that sun exposure and visiting tanning salons is not good for your health or for the appearance of your skin. If you feel that you may have an addiction to tanning and cannot stop, it may be wise to talk to a mental health professional who can help you overcome your addiction. Some current research is showing that people having a tanning addiction may have an underlying mood or anxiety related disorder.

For more information about the dangers of tanning please refer to the following Health Central articles:

• The Dangers of Tanning Beds

• Does Getting a Base Tan from a Tanning Bed Protect Your Skin from Sun Damage?

• Are you Addicted to Tanning?

• Tanning Salons and Vitamin D Hype