tanmaxxing
Coverage of tanmaxxing in the Nexus archive.
- 'Tanmaxxing' trend could come at a dangerous cost, skin cancer experts warn
The 'Tanmaxxing' trend, which promotes extreme sun exposure and tanning via social media, is warned against by dermatologists for increasing skin cancer risks. Experts highlight that UV radiation and tanning beds are classified as carcinogens by the World Health Organization, debunking myths about 'safe' tanning and emphasizing the dangers of DNA damage from excessive sun exposure.
- As ‘tanfluencers’ take over social media, Maryland dermatologist explains dangers of ‘tanmaxxing’
The 'tanmaxxing' trend, promoting extreme tanning via social media, is highlighted by a Maryland dermatologist as dangerous due to increased skin cancer risks and premature aging. Dr. Tola Oyesanya warns against UV exposure, tanning booths, and misinformation from 'tanfluencers,' advocating sunscreen and sunless tanners instead.