People enjoy the relaxing experience of tanning. And they also love its result, a fabulous bronzed skin. But exposure to the ultraviolet radiation, whether from outdoors or from tanning beds, will cause the skin to age considerably. The tanning process takes away skin oils that make the skin elastic and young. Tanning can lead to the appearance of lines and wrinkles. And frequent tanning may make a person look older than his or her age. To prevent this undesirable effect of t…
Sun Tanning Protects The Skin
Several medical studies have proved that tanning is beneficial to the human body. The major benefit is the strengthening of the bones. That is, the absorbed ultraviolet radiation activates substances in the skin the much needed vitamin D, and vitamin D is important in making the bones tough.
There is, however, another documented benefit of tanning. Tanning helps the skin protect itself from further exposure to ultraviolet radiation. This was reported in the September 1999 …
Tanning Bed Burns
You have used the tanning bed before. You enjoyed the experience. And of course, you like the tan. But, when you used the tanning bed again, you ended up having sore and burned skin. You have acquired a side effect called tanning bed burns. You are not the only who has experienced this. Some tanning bed burns make the skin feel tender but the pain is tolerable. But some tanning bed burns hurt so much that these are barely bearable. Worse, tanning bed burns can permanently d…
Tanning Bed Lotions Ensure A Safe Tan
For many years tanning beds were an easy and quick way to get a tan in the middle of winter or when preparing for a tropical getaway. Today, when doctors claim that tanning beds are as dangerous as the sun itself and can cause skin cancer and premature aging, more and more people stay away from tanning beds. However, there are certain benefits from using a tanning bed, especially when protecting the skin with the proper tanning bed lotion.
Tanning bed lotions are used to …
The Best Sunless Tanning Methods
If you havent noticed the summer is already here. Surprisingly, you dont have to wait for the summer for endless beach hours beating down on the sun rays. Sunless tanning also known as the indoor tanning is more popular and easy than ever and it is much safer than sun tanning. Here are 10 tips for sunless tanning:
1. Airbrush tanning Airbrush tanning is a new an emerging sunless tanning method. Using a clear liquid containing called dihydroxyacetone (DHA), you can get …
The Pros And Cons Of Using Tanning Beds
Americans have been gifted with pearly-white skin but most of them are not contented with this and so they do all things just so they can have beautifully tanned bodies. Some prefer to get their tans in the beach while others who have less time to go out settle for tanning lotions and for tanning beds.
A tanning bed is a device or gadget that is commonly used by tanning salons. It is literally a bed made of Plexiglas and the client lies on the bed while getting his tan fro…
A Guide To Tanning Bed Bulbs And Lamps
Tanning bed lamps are used in every tan bed or suntan lamp. When purchasing new or used tanning beds, look at the lamps. Make sure they are good for tanning and meet FDA guidelines for safety. Another consideration is access. Be sure the lamps are easy to change when needed. Being able to easily perform the maintenance yourself is important when you buy a home bed.
There are differences in lamps used in conventional and high pressure beds. Make sure you are buying the righ…
A Quick Look At Sunless Tanning
Sunless tanning, also known as indoor tanning, is becoming much popular these days. As the term implies, sunless tanning is the process of attaining a suntan by sunless means. The main reason behind the popularity of sunless tanning is that there are several people who live in a place where constant sunshine is not available and most of the people cannot afford such a vacation every month to top up their tans. Another reason why people are more attracted with sunless tanning …
The Suntanning Association For Education
The Suntanning Association for Education (SAE) is a trade association meant to uphold the professionalism of the indoor tanning industry. The SAE aims to instruct the people engage in indoor tanning so that they become trained professionals. It will educate tanning bed users so that they will use the indoor tanning technology responsibly and moderately. At the same time, the association will release scientifically-based information about indoor tanning so that it can equalize…
Tanning Beds – A Great Complement To The Sun
Going to the seaside to get tanned has been a luxury with many from time immemorial. A lovely golden brown skin is a matter of pride for many young ladies and gentlemen. A bleak and harsh winter makes the idea of spending hours in sunshine very appealing.
It is a fact that exposing the skin to the suns rays for long hours does more harm than good. The suns ultra violet rays cause skin cancer apart from minor irritants like sunburns.
The tanning beds seem to be a solut…
Buying A Used Tanning Bed
Buying a used tanning bed would be like buying any other product or appliance that has been used before, such as a used car or a used stair lift. One definite advantage is obviously the lesser cost of the used item. But there are pitfalls whenever you chose to purchase a second hand product. For example, when you buy a used stair lift, you may discover that the lift mechanism creates a disturbing and ominous sound. And when you buy a used car, you may find out that there are …
Three Steps in Applying a Face Tanning Lotion
When applying tanning lotion, it is best to use a separate one for the face. The face tanning lotion is specifically designed to tan, moisturize and hydrate the face on your skin. Moreover, it is easy to use, as there are three simple steps to use it properly!