Sunbed Shock

Sorry OP. I should have added that I really hope you're okay - get some medical attention and take care.

No that one definitely went to me about 19 years ago when I decided to do a 30 minute stint on the sunbed. I’m fair skinned so the only colour I was ever going to go was the reddest shade of red possible. The one I used was a stand up one so even my underarms were burnt too, and to add insult, the tubing had just been changed and I managed to burn my arse cheek on it as I bent down to itch my foot. So not only could I not wear a bra for a good while I couldn’t sit down properly either 🤣

But how will the drug dealers launder their money? 😁

Obviously you know that this was a bad idea now, so no point in telling you. But please don't assume all the blame yourself just because the woman working there was young and not paying attention.

Age is irrelevant. She very much should be fully trained, competent and paying proper attention. If you don't report this to the salon manager or head office, this could happen again and someone could end up even worse off. While it might be used for trivial purposes, a tanning salon full of hundreds of high power UV lamps being used completely unsupervised is a disaster in the making (or has already been made, looking at what's happened to you). Please, please report it. These places should be set up so that it is literally impossible for you to do that to yourself.

Same - I clicked on this thread as I was amazed that anyone would use a sunbed these days. Partly because of health awareness and partly because sunbed tans look a bit 1998 and I thought that people didn't chase that look any more.

Fucking hell, how did a sunbed shop let a first time user (or anyone) use 20 minutes?! I used to roast myself in the early 2000s 😬 and even then it was 9 mins max.
Anyway, it's done now. You need to speak to a GP if possible - I would also use an aloe or aftersun. Hopefully it won't be as bad as you think.

They like the look of skin cancer and premature skin aging?

Jesus Christ.

Do you not care about skin cancer?

After this is over, please don't use a sun-bed again. They wreck your skin.

I’ve actually been so badly sunburnt I blistered. They were massive. They were filled with clear fluid and I leaked yellow fluid, blood and pus. My arms swelled so much I couldn’t wear clothes and walked around the house wearing a towel fixed together with a clothes peg.

I’ve also had the symptoms of sun stroke before. I was passing out in the shower. Everything slowly went black until I couldn’t see at all.

Both times were from getting sunburnt on the same beach. I never went to hospital.

The blisters come up pretty quickly. I’m talking within a couple of hours after you realise you’re really badly burnt.

You could get it seen to, but you are going to be very uncomfortable sitting in one of those hard plastic hospital waiting room chairs for hours. If you are really worried, a pharmacy might offer you some advice or sell you some cream for it.

I would phone 111 and ask for advice.

Why have you been going to sunbeds for years??? My SIL as a young woman used to hire sunbeds to the house, and she'd be permanently mahogany. She got skin cancer, grade 4. That is one hell of a lot of time on sunbeds. You're mad!

@SansaStark90 please see a medical professional and get that checked out. Take my advice and avoid sunbeds!! I used them a bit in my youth but I never would go near the things now!

That salon needs reporting to Trading Standards but that's for later!! Take photos as evidence if you can.

No point being critical now people it's done. Just make sure you go to the hospital. And keep someone with you if you are at home. Burns are serious and shouldn't be taken lightly. Ps report the tanning salon to trading standards!!!!

I know this isn't helpful, but why does anyone use sun beds any more? Self tanning lotions are so good these days, that I don't know why anyone would risk sun beds?

Echoing other posters but you need medical advice! A burn is a burn and if it's coving a large part if your body and blistering then you may need treatment. Lots of fluids, sit in a tepid bath/ shower as much as possible and put aloe Vera on religiously. Not Moisturiser!

I know people who did that back in the noughties but really? In 2025, you’re on the sunbed for a combined hour a week? Did you sleep through all the sun bed/skin cancer link information?

Go to A&E.

I haven't used them since the 90's but seven minutes was the longest you could build up to back then, now a (wizened) factor 50 girl. Please do get some proper medical attention, that sounds awful and an all-over sunburn could have done real damage to your skin.

Firstly, please go to the A&E straightaway, grab a bottle of water and drink it on the way. Really deep burns can potentially result in permanent nerve damage. From the pic you posted, you need professional help.

Secondly, get a referral to a dermatologist for post-emergency care.

Good luck and hope you get better soon.

Oh you poor thing. You have to get medical help - and fast. Call 111 for advice. I have been going to the sunbeds for years and I go on 16mins a time about 3 or 4 times a week. For you to have been allowed to go on for 20mins for your 1st time is negligent on the Salon. Their staff should be trained to know this sort of thing. First & foremost though, is for you to get medical help. Please do this @SansaStark90.

Please go and see a medical professional today. Don't let the fact you feel stupid stop you seeking advice. That would be even more stupid!

Take care

I have burnt a lot in my youth from the actual sun and a very pale complexion. It looks like you are going to get blisters. These can get infected and are very uncomfortable. One time I burnt so bad I bled and ended up with a nasty scab that had to be dressed - I actually had this done at a pharmacy.
please go to a drop in place, pharmacy or gp. If you feel shivery or sick go to A and E.

I’m going to join my voice and urge you to get medical treatment. Your burns will heal much better if they are looked after properly and you might need stronger pain relief.

Whats done is done, everyone has done some stupid things at some point. So don’t beat yourself up about it. Don’t let it stop you getting the help your body needs now.

Oh OP ☹️

I can’t believe they let you go on for 20 minutes!

I’ve only used a sun bed once years ago, only did 2 minutes.
Hope you feel better. I’m not an expert but my anxiety would make me get that seen to!