I’m 18 and obsessed with using sunbeds… but people online are saying I look “burnt to a crisp.”

Megan Blain, an 18-year-old who’s hooked on sunbeds, says she won’t stop tanning, even though online trolls are constantly insulting her. They’ve compared her skin to a “dirty 2p coin,” but she feels stuck in a tanning habit she can’t break.

Megan, from Seaham, County Durham, started using sunbeds at 16 to keep a tan all year. She ditched fake tan products for daily sunbed sessions and even began using tanning injections to get a darker glow. Although she didn’t know much about the risks, she spent up to 30 minutes on sunbeds, sometimes using baby oil to boost the effect.

Teenager Megan Blain, 18, has admitted to being addicted to sunbeds, despite facing harsh criticism online and noticing concerning changes to her skin

Megan has been compared to a ‘dirty 2p coin’ by trolls – but she insists she is trapped in a cycle of tanning and can’t imagine stopping

Megan said, “I liked how I looked with a tan. I wear bright colors, and the tan made them stand out more. Once I saw how good it looked, I started going to the sunbeds more often.”

But her intense tanning routine has raised health concerns. Megan now admits she’s addicted and has tried to cut back on sunbed use.

She also says the tanning injections make her feel sick, and she’s noticed a strange patch on her skin that changes size. Even though she’s scared it could be cancer, she hasn’t stopped tanning yet. Megan has tried to go to the doctor several times but gets too nervous to go inside.

“I’m the type of person who worries about everything, so it’s strange that I’m not more worried about this patch. I know it could be melanoma, but I still use sunbeds, which shows it’s an addiction. I never feel dark enough,” she explained.

She says she’s stuck in a cycle of overusing sunbeds and taking injections that make her feel sick and unable to eat. She used to go every day, but now she goes about four times a week.

Despite getting negative attention from strangers, with some saying she looks like a “burnt chip” or a “cremated” version of herself, Megan still can’t imagine life without tanning beds.

The student, from Seaham, County Durham, initially began using sunbeds at 16, hoping to maintain a year-round tan
She swapped fake tan products for sunbeds and even started injecting herself with tanning agents to achieve a deeper glow
The student admits tanning injections make her feel nauseous and she’s even noticed a suspicious patch recently appear on her skin
Despite ‘not knowing much about sunbeds’ at first, Megan spent up to half an hour on the beds under the UV lights for over a year, often coated in baby oil to enhance the results

Megan said, “Everywhere I go, people stare at me. When they say I’m dark, I don’t believe them. I don’t feel dark at all, like I can’t see it myself.”

She admits she wants to stop using sunbeds one day, but she can’t imagine quitting. “I wouldn’t recommend this to anyone because you could get addicted without even realizing it, like I did,” she warned.

Megan has tried to cut down, now only using sunbeds four times a week, and she’s using her TikTok platform to warn younger people about the dangers of sunbed addiction. She’s especially worried because more young people seem to be using sunbeds than older ones, and she knows how easy it is to get hooked.

However, Megan has also faced online trolls who make fun of her tan. Some compare her to “burnt chips” or say her skin looks like a dirty “2p coin.” One person even asked if the sunbeds “cremated” her.

While Megan’s views on tanning have changed, she still struggles to break her habit of using UV lights.

Megan says her extreme tan has attracted attention from strangers, with some comparing her to a ‘burnt chip’ or saying she looks like a ‘cremated’ version of herself
Despite the backlash online, she insists she never feels ‘dark enough’ and struggles to imagine a life without the tanning beds
Megan has reduced her sunbed usage to four times a week and is now using her platform on TikTok to warn ‘the younger generation’ about the dangers of sunbed addiction

Megan said, “After two years, I’ve changed my mind about sunbeds. If I could go back, I’d never start. Now, it’s not even about wanting to be tan anymore—I just feel like I have to use them.”

She explained that once she’s on the sunbed, it’s hard to turn it off. “I don’t even like using them anymore, I actually dread it, but I feel like I physically can’t stop.”

Another tanning addict, Fionnghuala Maguire, 35, from Belfast, shared her story, saying she feels “lucky to be alive” after using sunbeds almost every day for 15 years. She started at 14 and never used sunscreen during that time. Fionnghuala is now warning others not to make the same mistake, having been hooked on tanning and going to salons up to seven days a week at the height of her addiction.

I Discovered a Box of Shoes on My Doorstep Accompanied by a Note: “THE PERSON WEARING THESE SHOES AT YOUR BIRTHDAY PARTY TODAY INTENDS TO DESTROY YOUR LIFE”

A mysterious package on Adelaide’s doorstep changed her birthday in ways she never expected. Inside was a stunning pair of shoes and a chilling note that set the stage for a night of shocking truths.

On the morning of her 35th birthday, Adelaide felt a mix of excitement and sadness. Birthdays were important to her, but this year felt different. She checked her phone, hoping for a message from James, her husband. There was nothing. He was away on a business trip and wouldn’t return until later for her party. Disheartened, she tossed aside the blanket and prepared to get out of bed when the doorbell rang, startling her.

Curious, she peeked through the peephole but saw no one. Opening the door, she found a sleek black box on the doorstep, looking like it belonged there. She picked it up and felt its weight in her hands. Inside, she discovered a beautiful pair of high heels. As she admired them, a note slipped out. Her excitement faded as she read the words: “THE ONE WHO WILL HAVE THE SAME SHOES AT YOUR BIRTHDAY PARTY TODAY WANTS TO RUIN YOUR LIFE”.

Confused and scared, she tried to make sense of the note. Who would do this? Who wanted to ruin her life? Adelaide dialed James, but it went straight to voicemail. She felt anxious, replaying interactions with her loved ones. With each passing minute, her unease grew.

Despite the delicious smell of food and the cheerful decorations for her party, her thoughts kept returning to the note. As she slipped on the shoes, they looked stunning but brought her no comfort. When James finally arrived, she nearly fell into his arms, but she struggled to tell him about the note without sounding irrational.

As guests arrived, she watched nervously, scanning their feet. Then she saw her sister, Emily, wearing the same shoes. Panic rose in her chest as Emily greeted her, completely oblivious to the turmoil inside Adelaide.

After some awkward conversation, Adelaide received a text from an unknown number. Hesitating, she opened it and gasped. The message contained a photo of James and Emily at the shoe store, clearly close and happy together. The next message explained that James had been cheating on her, and the sender had overheard him plotting to give Emily the shoes for her birthday party.

Adelaide felt betrayed and furious, but instead of collapsing, a new strength emerged within her. If they wanted to ruin her life, she would turn the tables. Gathering her guests, she announced a game called “Guess the Surprise”. She called James and Emily to the center of the room. As she connected her phone to the speaker, she felt her heart race but maintained a calm facade.

“I have a little surprise for you”, she said, and pressed play. The audio of James and Emily’s conversation filled the room, exposing their deceit. Gasps rippled through the crowd as they realized the truth. James lunged at her, desperate to stop the humiliation, but she held her ground.

Once the recording ended, silence enveloped the room. Adelaide confronted James, ordering him to leave by morning. Turning to Emily, she expressed her hurt, declaring she never wanted to see her again.

With that, she walked away, leaving them in shock. After the guests departed, she went to find Samantha, the sales assistant who had sent the messages. When she found her, she expressed heartfelt gratitude.

“Thank you”, Adelaide said. “You saved my life.” Samantha smiled, explaining that sometimes the truth is the greatest gift. As Adelaide left, she felt lighter, realizing that revenge can indeed be sweet, especially when it comes in a perfect pair of shoes.

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