How to Sun Tan Safely
You can get that sun kissed look without damaging your skin. Follow these suggestions on how to sun tan safely. Does this Spark an idea?
Instructions
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Make sure you have all the sun block and lotions you need when going out in the sun or to the beach. Choose a 20+ sunblock for extra care and protection.
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Try to avoid shaving before tanning. When you apply the sun tan lotion it might cause irritation or a rash on the skin.
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Use self-tanning lotions if you want the tan but don't want sun damage. Self-tanning lotions can give you an overall body tan when applied correctly.
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Wear sun tan protection whenever you can. Seasons such as winter can still have hot sun and you can get burnt.
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Choose a time in the day when the sun is not too strong. Usually the hottest time of the day is between 12 p.m. and 4 p.m.. It is smart to go into the sun before or after this time to avoid sun damage.
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Wear a hat or some other form of protection when you are going out into the sun. It will protect your head from getting overheated while tanning. Sometimes the sun can be so hot that it can give you headaches and make you dizzy.
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Tips & Warnings
Make sure you use gloves or wash your hands immediately after applying self-tanning lotions to prevent your hands from turning orange.
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Comments
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cbeland
Jul 30, 2010
Most medical experts say there is no safe way to sun tan; any exposure to the ultraviolet radiation in sunlight increases your risk of skin cancer. It does have the benefit of causing your body produce more Vitamin D, but you can also get that from your diet or from vitamin supplements. Perhaps a better goal for this article would be to avoid sunburn. If so, a chart showing exposure times (which vary by time of day and existing skin color) would be helpful.
