Tanning Beds & Nipple Piercings: A Guide to Healing & Skin Safety

No, you should not use a tanning bed after getting nipple piercings.

Tanning beds emit ultraviolet (UV) radiation, which can damage the skin and increase your risk of skin cancer. This is especially true for people with fair skin, light-colored eyes, and a family history of skin cancer.

In addition, UV radiation can also cause the skin around your nipple piercings to become dry, cracked, and irritated. This can make it difficult to heal your piercings and may even lead to infection.

For these reasons, it is important to avoid using tanning beds after getting nipple piercings. You should also avoid sun exposure as much as possible, and use sunscreen with an SPF of 30 or higher when you are outdoors.