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ascp and you: news notes Why Sleep Matters Most of us have noticed how bad we look after a sleepless night. A study conducted earlier this year at University Hospitals Case Medical Center (UHCMC) in Ohio has become the first to prove that inadequate sleep increases the signs of aging. Researchers studied two groups of women—one sleep-deprived group and one group of good sleepers—and found statistically significant differences. The skin of the sleep-deprived women showed an average of twice as much aging, including fine lines, uneven pigmentation, and reduced elasticity. Researchers also tested both groups with various skin stressors and found that sleep quality had a measurable effect on recovery time. Seventy-two hours after a mild sunburn, redness and inflammation remained higher in the sleep-deprived group. Another test measured the rate of transepidermal water loss 72 hours after the skin barrier was compromised by applying and removing strong adhesive tape. The recovery ability of the good sleepers was 30 percent higher than that of the sleep-deprived women. The study, commissioned by Estée Lauder, was led by Elma Baron, MD, director of the Skin Study Center at UHCMC and associate professor of dermatology at Case Western Reserve University School of Medicine. Seven States Now Restrict Indoor Tanning In August, Illinois became the seventh state to pass legislation restricting the use of tanning beds or other indoor tanning devices by minors. The law will go into effect January 1, 2014. California, Nevada, New Jersey, Oregon, Texas, and Vermont have similar laws. The minimum legal age for indoor tanning is 17 in New Jersey and 18 in the other states named. The link between deliberate tanning and skin cancer is well established, with a 75 percent increase in the risk of melanoma among those who use tanning beds. Estheticians can help by educating clients that tanning beds are not a "safe version" of outdoor tanning, and that a tan is not a protective measure against further sun damage—unfortunately, both of these myths are still widely believed. Keeping Up With Your Scope With state regulations changing all the time, the best way to find accurate, current information about your scope of practice is the same as it's always been—contact your state board directly. Associated Skin Care Professionals (ASCP) has contact details for all state boards at www.ascpskincare.com/ resources/legislative.php. 38ASCP Skin Deep November/December 2013