For their study, Skinner and colleagues had injected pregnant rats with vinclozolin, a fungicide commonly used in vineyards, and pesticide methoxychlor. Male rat pups born to these mothers had a 20 per cent lower than normal sperm count, were less motile and had less fertile sperm. When these male offspring were mated with females that had not been exposed to toxins, 90 per cent of new male offspring had similar problems. The effects had held for four generations.

Lamps are another area that you may want to familiarize yourself with if you are planning to purchase tanning beds. How long will they last and how much do they cost? These are questions you will want answers to if you are ready to purchase tanning beds.

Also check out warranties offered when you are ready to purchase tanning beds. Some companies offer really good warranties.

Before you purchase tanning beds for home or salon use you should also know what maintenance is needed. Are beds mostly maintenance-free and if not can you do work yourself?

Be informed and look around before you purchase tanning beds.