Yes! Some people actually have a real addiction to the pleasure of tanning. Studies show that the UV rays trigger the release of endorphins – morphine-like substances in the brain that block pain and heighten pleasure – resulting in a natural “high.” Just like smoking, this is a habit you will have to break if you want your skin to stand the test of aging and time.
Fact or Myth: The Sun Can Be Addictive.
by Debi G | Jul 22, 2011
this is so strange but its true! i saw a girl on my starnge addictions and she was addicted to tanning! she would go to four different salons a day and still use self tanners and lay out in the sun. she said she didnt care if she died at least she’d be tan, it was pretty sick :