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Kim Kardashian's Tanning Bed Use Sparks Controversy

Reality star defends practice as a treatment for psoriasis, despite widespread criticism and links to skin cancer.

Overview

  • Kim Kardashian has defended her use of a tanning bed in her skincare brand's office, stating it helps with her psoriasis.
  • Her statement has sparked controversy, with doctors and the public criticizing her for promoting a practice linked to skin cancer.
  • Kardashian's sister, Khloé Kardashian, had a melanoma tumor removed from her face in 2022, further fueling the controversy.
  • Despite Kardashian's claim that she doesn't use the tanning bed often, experts argue that there are safer medical therapies available to treat psoriasis.
  • Kardashian's influence in the entertainment and business sectors has been growing, with recent roles in Netflix shows and speculation about her shapewear company, Skims, potentially being the next big IPO.