Recall that long weekend getaway that blessed you with fantastic photos along with complimentary tan lines? That brief outing didn’t do your skin any favours, did it? Prolonged sun exposure causes UVA radiation to penetrate the exposed skin, resulting in tanning. Though tanning is the body’s natural way of preserving your skin from sun damage, it is advised to prevent and treat tanning at the earliest.
As a result, no dermatologist will ever encourage getting a tan. But because the allure of a tan line is all too strong, here are our tips for keeping your sun exposure as safe as possible.
6 Foolproof Ways To Tan Effectively Without Wrecking Your Skin
Usually most of us spend far too much time in the sun in an attempt to acquire the ideal tan. There are various advantages to exposing ourselves to the sun, such as vitamin D generation.
However, to reap those benefits, you just need to spend around 15 minutes in the sun with adequate protection.
Apply The Right Sunscreen
Do not simply rely on SPF; seek for the term ‘broad spectrum’ on the bottle, which says it will protect you from both UVA (ageing) and UVB (burning) rays. Moreover, rotate the bottle around to see the UVA star rating. These reflect the SPF rating, which can vary from 1 to 5 stars (minimum protection) (ultra protection).
SPF 30 is preferable to SPF 50 since it screens 97 percent of UVB rays whereas SPF 50 filters 98 percent. The latter might provide a false sense of security and can be so chalky that you may fail to reapply it every two hours as recommended. SPF 15 is also adequate if you have a very deep complexion.
Time Yourself
The sun is at its strongest between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., so limit long periods of sunbathing during this time. And remember to protect your skin when you go out.
You must also reapply sunscreen every two hours, whether you’ve been swimming or not, and especially during these hours.
Opt For A Fake Tan
What is the best technique to get a flawless tan? Fake tan creams. Not only will your skin appreciate it, but today’s self-tanning products are inventive and highly effective. Mousses, creams, and even mists… You simply need to select one of the countless formulas offered.
Consume ‘Sun-Friendly’ Foods
There are countless nutritional supplements on the market that claim to increase your body’s natural ability to tan, but there is little research to back up their usefulness. Consuming fruits and vegetables that are naturally high in beta carotene, on the other hand, can help your skin tan without burning.
There is mounting evidence that taking beta-carotene orally may protect the skin from UV damage. Beta-carotene is a powerful antioxidant that fights free radicals and oxidative stress on the skin, hence limiting UV light damage.
Hydration FTW
Inside-out hydration is crucial for maintaining skin suppleness and extending the life of a tan. As a result, it is important to drink plenty of water, especially in hot weather, to avoid dehydration, which can lead to illness, and to use a rich nourishing cream to hydrate the skin and prevent peeling.
Say No To ‘Tanning Beds’ or ‘UV Cabins’
Do not even believe the idea that some salons will give you a “healthy” tan with a sunbed. There are more skin cancer instances linked to tanning beds than lung cancer cases linked to cigarette smoking. Because of the powerful UV radiation applied directly to a person’s body, indoor tanning is more harmful than outdoor tanning. Direct UV radiation from tanning beds can potentially damage your eyes, causing inflammation, cataracts, and eye cancer.
Sunscreen is an oldie but a goldie to prevent your skin from any type of skin damage.
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