The Esthetic world is constantly changing and it can be somewhat difficult to keep up with the latest ingredient, product, buzz word, treatment, etc. It is especially difficult for us "newbies" that really don't know where to turn or what is the best source of information as there is a plethora out there. I felt this group would be a great place where other Estheticians could share information about what they heard or interesting articles they read as some of us may have missed it.
Feel free to use this group to share anything you feel important whether it's about a new ingredient, or what is hot on the market right now, or even if you just had great results with a new product or a new treatment. This group is a great way to share and keep all of the information in one place to refer back to on a regular basis.
The FDA issued a proposal on Monday that would reclassify sunlamp products from a low-risk device (class I) to a moderate-risk device (class II) and would require labeling to include a recommendation warning young people not to use the devices.
The proposal, if finalized, would not prohibit sunlamp product use by those under 18 years old, but provides a consequential warning, according to a press release.
There is a 75% increase in the risk of melanoma in those who have been exposed to ultraviolet radiation from indoor tanning, with the risk increasing with each use, according the American Academy of Dermatology.
The FDA will take comments on the proposal for 90 days. If finalized, manufacturers of tanning beds and sunlamp products would have to submit a pre-market notification [510(k)] to the FDA for the devices, which are currently exempt from any pre-market review, according to the release.
Besides warning of “contraindication against use” for those under 18 years old, the labeling “would have to include a warning that frequent users of sunlamp products should be regularly screened for skin cancer.”
“Using indoor tanning beds can damage your skin and increase your risk of developing skin cancer,” Margaret A. Hamburg, MD, FDA commissioner, said in the release. “The FDA’s proposed changes will help address some of the risks associated with sunlamp products and provide consumers with clear and consistent information.”
Dirk M. Elston
“The [American Academy of Dermatology Association] supports the reclassification of indoor tanning devices and the placement of additional restrictions on indoor tanning,” AADA president Dirk M. Elston, MD, FAAD, said in an association news release. “We applaud the FDA … however, we recognize that there is still more work to be done to protect the public … . The AADA urges the FDA to prohibit the use and sale of indoor tanning devices for minors under the age of 18.”
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The Esthetic world is constantly changing and it can be somewhat difficult to keep up with the latest ingredient, product, buzz word, treatment, etc. It is especially difficult for us "newbies" that really don't know where to turn or what is the best source of information as there is a plethora out there. I felt this group would be a great place where other Estheticians could share information about what they heard or interesting articles they read as some of us may have missed it.
Feel free to use this group to share anything you feel important whether it's about a new ingredient, or what is hot on the market right now, or even if you just had great results with a new product or a new treatment. This group is a great way to share and keep all of the information in one place to refer back to on a regular basis.
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FDA Proposes New Tanning Bed Requirements Including Skin Care Warnings
by Monica Grajales
May 6, 2013
The FDA issued a proposal on Monday that would reclassify sunlamp products from a low-risk device (class I) to a moderate-risk device (class II) and would require labeling to include a recommendation warning young people not to use the devices.
The proposal, if finalized, would not prohibit sunlamp product use by those under 18 years old, but provides a consequential warning, according to a press release.
There is a 75% increase in the risk of melanoma in those who have been exposed to ultraviolet radiation from indoor tanning, with the risk increasing with each use, according the American Academy of Dermatology.
The FDA will take comments on the proposal for 90 days. If finalized, manufacturers of tanning beds and sunlamp products would have to submit a pre-market notification [510(k)] to the FDA for the devices, which are currently exempt from any pre-market review, according to the release.
Besides warning of “contraindication against use” for those under 18 years old, the labeling “would have to include a warning that frequent users of sunlamp products should be regularly screened for skin cancer.”
“Using indoor tanning beds can damage your skin and increase your risk of developing skin cancer,” Margaret A. Hamburg, MD, FDA commissioner, said in the release. “The FDA’s proposed changes will help address some of the risks associated with sunlamp products and provide consumers with clear and consistent information.”
Dirk M. Elston
“The [American Academy of Dermatology Association] supports the reclassification of indoor tanning devices and the placement of additional restrictions on indoor tanning,” AADA president Dirk M. Elston, MD, FAAD, said in an association news release. “We applaud the FDA … however, we recognize that there is still more work to be done to protect the public … . The AADA urges the FDA to prohibit the use and sale of indoor tanning devices for minors under the age of 18.”
Here is the link if you'd like to share with your social media:
http://www.healio.com/dermatology/cutaneous-oncology/news/online/%7...