Effects of repeated sunbed exposures on the human skin. In vivo measurements with confocal microscopy

doi:10.1111/j.1600-0781.2004.00079.x

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Effects of repeated sunbed exposures on the human skin. In vivo measurements with confocal microscopy

T. Gambichler, K. Sauermann, M. A. Altintas

Feb 1, 2004

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Photodermatology

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Key Takeaway

Key Takeaway: Repeated sunbed exposure increases melanin pigmentation and may induce epidermal thickening, but its impact on skin thickness remains controversial.

Abstract

Backgound: Ultraviolet (UV) lamps used in commercial sunbeds are usually defined as UVA sources. Although it is well accepted that sunbed exposure significantly increases melanin pigmentation, its capacity to induce epidermal thickening is discussed controversially.

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