Kim Kardashian, the reality TV star and beauty mogul, gave her fans a glimpse of her SKKN office on TikTok, where she joined the popular “Of Course” trend. In the video, she showcases her minimalist and extravagant taste, featuring her product shrine, custom Rick Owens furniture, and every magazine cover she has done hanging on a massive wall.
However, one of the most surprising and controversial items she reveals in her office is a tanning bed, which she steps into with her dressing gown and goggles. Next to it, she also has a red light therapy bed, which she claims to use for her skin condition.
Kim Kardashian says she uses the tanning bed for her psoriasis
Kim Kardashian has been open about her struggle with psoriasis, a chronic autoimmune disease that causes red, scaly patches on the skin. She was diagnosed with the condition in 2011 and has tried various treatments and remedies to manage it, such as cortisone injections, herbal ointments, and even breast milk.
According to some sources, Kim Kardashian uses the tanning bed in her office to treat her psoriasis, as UV light can help reduce inflammation and slow down the growth of skin cells. She also uses the red light therapy bed, which is not an FDA-approved treatment but is believed to have anti-inflammatory and healing effects on the skin.
However, Kim Kardashian’s use of the tanning bed has sparked criticism and concern from fans and experts, who warn about the health risks and dangers of indoor tanning.
Tanning beds can increase the risk of skin cancer and premature aging
Tanning beds use UV light to stimulate the production of melanin, the pigment that gives the skin a tan. However, tanning is the body’s response to repairing the damage caused by UV exposure, which can lead to various skin problems, such as sunburn, wrinkles, age spots, and skin cancer.
According to the American Academy of Dermatology, indoor tanning can increase the risk of melanoma, the deadliest form of skin cancer, by 59 percent, and the risk increases with each use. Indoor tanning can also increase the risk of other types of skin cancer, such as basal cell carcinoma and squamous cell carcinoma, which can be disfiguring and costly to treat.
Moreover, indoor tanning can accelerate the aging process of the skin, causing it to lose its elasticity and firmness, and develop fine lines, wrinkles, and sagging. Indoor tanning can also weaken the immune system, making it harder for the body to fight infections and diseases.
The American Academy of Dermatology advises people to avoid indoor tanning and to protect their skin from the sun by wearing sunscreen, seeking shade, and wearing protective clothing. The academy also recommends people embrace their natural skin color and use self-tanning products instead of tanning beds if they want to achieve a tan look.
