Natural Tanning – Is it good for you?
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Nov-19-2011
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Although a good skin tan makes one look wonderful, still natural tanning is now discouraged because of adverse effects of sun’s UV radiations. An easy solution is to use tanning solutions, which give the same effect.
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Are you feeling tired and dull? Are you looking pale? Are you thinking how it feels when the skin is touched by the sun’s rays? If your answer is yes then the information here shall be of immense help for you.
Then your answer lies in getting your skin tanned. But skin tanning must be pursued in a cautious manner through safe natural tanning ways. Several artificial tanning solutions are available in the market sue to which sun tanning is not all required.
In the summertime, the only things that come to mind are the scenic beaches of Melbourne, Sydney, Brisbane, Adelaide, Perth, Hobart and a perfect skin tan. The natural way is to making use of the sun for skin tanning. Contrary to popular belief that tan beautifies our skin, it is actually an indication of skin damage. The skin changes its color and becomes older before time as a result of prolonged exposure to the sun’s harmful ultra-violet rays. It also increases the risk of having skin caner, and leads to frequent occurring of sunburns.
Pursuing the path of natural tanning requires some precautions to be taken to minimize skin damage:
Always use skin lotions having SPF before setting out for skin tan as it protects the skin from the sun’s rays
Protective gear such as hats, towels, footwear, shades, etc should also be used to avoid burning of the skin
People having fair skin, skin problems such as moles, and people with a family history of skin cancer and skin allergies should be very careful when going out in the skin
Exposure to sun should be kept for short time periods only. The time of mid-day should be especially avoided on the hot beaches of Melbourne, Sydney, Brisbane, Adelaide, Perth, Hobart, as it’s the hottest period of the day.
People who love water sports should use waterproof sunscreens for protecting their skin.
For people who would like to avoid the path of natural tanning, there are alternatives also available in the form of artificial tanning solutions through tan accelerators, fake tanning and tan medications. Tanning supplies of many companies are available in the market through which one can achieve a perfect tan without sun exposure. Cleaning of body to clear dead skin cells and dust is recommended before using such fake tanning products.
Sunless tanners are available in the market which is both safe and cost effective. Small amounts should be used to cover all body parts having thick dry skin such as elbows and knees. The backside can be covered with the help of a brush. When applying to the face, area around the eye should be avoided. Washing of hands should be done after applying the tanning solutions to the body.
Spray tanners are also very useful as they blend quickly with the skin and other body parts. Other body solutions such as moisturizers and foundations should be applied at least after an hour after using spray tanners. Contact with clothes and other objects should also be avoided.
Practicing of these precautions and using skin tanning solutions ensures a beautiful and healthy skin, without suffering the adverse effects of natural tanning.
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Article Source :
http://www.articleseen.com/Article_Natural Tanning – Is it good for you?_106751.aspx
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Author Resource :
Tanning solutions are increasingly being used by people for getting a good skin tan due to health risks associated with natural tanning.
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Keywords :
Natural tanning, tanning solutions,
Category :
Health and Fitness
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Beauty
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