Sunbed users are risking their eyesight by failing to wear protective goggles, experts warn.
Wearing "winkies" protects the eyes
Some people refuse to use the goggles provided for fear of "panda eyes" but the College of Optometrists says safety should prevail.
Merely closing the eyes while on the sunbed does not offer full protection, experts advise. UV damage caused by sunbed lamps can cause long-term damage and growths in the eyes, as well as skin cancer. The college recommends people wear the goggles or "winkies" provided by tanning salons. Its expert Dr Susan Blakeney said: "The skin on the eyelid is very thin and delicate so it's vital to protect this area from UV rays.
"Whilst we do not advocate the use of sunbeds, if you do use them it is important to ensure that you always use protective eye wear - as you would wear sunglasses when outside - to safeguard your eyes from UV rays.
"Avoiding wearing goggles or 'winkies' whilst using a sunbed can lead to benign eye growths called pterygium."
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