Since the 1920’s when Coco Chanel self-proclaimed “tanning a fashion accessory”
a golden brown tan has been considered a sign of good health.
That I just got back from a “getaway” to sun-drenched island
in the Caribbean idea. Like clean air and the great outdoors, it has
been assumed that the sun, being part of nature, could only be good
for you.

Unquestionably, the sun does have some beneficial effects. Vitamin D
which is important for bone development and growth, in fact sunlight
is capable of stimulating Vitamin D production in your skin.
In fact we don’t even need the sun for Vitamin D, most of us get
enough from the food we eat.
It can’t be denied that many find sunbathing as a psychological boost. In
fact many have used the reason that a deep tan will mask their acne
blemishes as an excuse to sunbath.

What types of ways can you get a tan that are out there including using
the sun?
Types are:
Laying out at the Beach
Spray Tans
Tanning Booths
Tanning Beds
Sun Lamps
Self-tanners > creams, lotions, towels to name a few.

Unfortunately most of the types of tanning done today do not come with a
warning label. There is an overwhelming amount of medical and
scientific evidence that points to the sun as Public Enemy #1 of your
skin.
The Surgeon General has determined that "sun tanning may lead to the
development of premature aging, sagging, wrinkling and
discolorations of your skin along with the development of skin cancers".

Tell that to any “Sun Worshiper” and despite all the warning they won’t be
convinced or refuse to even care. Often they have I know its bad
but I either can’t or won’t give it up attitude.

While your suntan fades after summer the damage done to your skin is
irreversible.

What if you are the type that just won’t give up that sun kissed tan glow?
Look into self tanners. They have had major
improvements over the years since they were first introduce in the 60’s.
Who doesn't remember that fake orange glow?
Many self tanners have an ingredient called “dihydroxyacetone” or DHA
which is an color-inducing chemical. It makes you look tan by
reacting with proteins in your skin. The color it creates usually last
about two to five days depending on the brand.
Remember try not to shave or exfoliate your skin while using a self
tanner, it makes it disappear more quickly.

Next time you see someone with a “healthy-looking” golden tan you are really
looking at someone who has not only permanently damaged
their skin but are at greater risk for development of skin cancers.
Pre-mature wrinkles and aging happen with sun damage, why look
older than you really are?
Be smart – think before you sunbath, pale is the new healthy look.


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