The Legislature finds and declares:
- (a) Many physicians and scientists now warn that the risks associated with suntanning are greater when tanning with artificial ultraviolet light.
- (b) These risks include, but are not limited to, sunburn, premature aging, skin cancer, retinal damage, formation of cataracts, suppression of the immune system, and damage to the vascular system.
- (c) Certain medications, cosmetics, and foods are “photosensitizing,” which means that in some people they react unfavorably with ultraviolet light to produce skin rashes or burns.
- (d) Sunlamps and other artificial sources of ultraviolet light are known to intensify these effects.
- (e) The creation of state law to protect and promote the public health, safety, and welfare is needed concerning tanning with artificial ultraviolet light.