10 Facts You Should Know Before Getting Tanned
Tanning fact #6
Tan accelerators do not provide sun protection. You may know that there are many tan accelerators available in the market, either in a lotion or in a tablet form. They promote tanning by contributing to the production of melanin in your skin. But don’t mistake this for sun protection. Know this tanning fact to be aware that tan accelerators will not protect your skin from sun damage.
Tanning fact #7
Like many women, if you have fair skin, you may not like this tanning fact. People who are fair skinned are at more risk than their dark skinned counterparts.
Tanning fact #8
As we move on in our journey to know more about tanning facts, allow us to throw some light on spray tanning. We find it very surprising to find out that many women think that a spray tan involves the ‘spraying of a color’ on their skins. This is not true. If you get a spray tan, your skin is sprayed with a colorless chemical which will burn the top layer of the skin.
Tanning fact #9
We know it is difficult to believe, but there is actually a term called ‘Tanning Addiction’. As the name suggests, it is a syndrome that makes a person addicted to use of a tanning bed or tanning in the sun. This a strange tanning fact, isn’t it?
Tanning fact #10
Excessive exposure to UV rays can also cause eye damage. Know this tanning fact to ensure that you have protective eye wear if you ever visit the solarium. Tanning beds are known to cause a condition called arc eye or snow blindness due to UV exposure.
We hope that you are now more aware of these harmful tanning facts. If you have doubts or queries about tanning or its side effects, it is best to consult a medical professional.
