Is tanning safe after a breast reduction?

Tanning is not a good idea in general as it increases your risk of skin cancer. Most clothing also does not block the UV rays sufficiently. Sunscreen with zinc under your clothing would be necessary to protect your scars.

Sun bed tanning is banned throughout australia due to the proven risk of skin cancer.  Its unlikely that tanning will comprise the results of your breast reduction but tanning in general will accelerate aging of the skin.  Appropriate sunscreen should be used to protect yourself.

Hi and thank you for the question.  Tanning in a salon has been proven to increase your risk of skin cancer.  So, even if you are to cover your incisions, it is still important to prevent further skin damage.  Good luck with everything!