Tanning

I'm African American. Can Someone explain tanning or sunburns to me?

2010-04-24T00:29:00.000-07:00

I dont understand why people tan people dont really look any better with a tan.

I've never had a sunburn so what causes it and how does it feel

I'm African American. Can Someone explain tanning or sunburns to me?
You have a lot more melanin in your skin, which protects skin from the effects of ultraviolet radiation in sunlight. Exposure to sunlight activates whatever melanin is present in your skin, making it darker, and protecting it from burning.

If you are pale, you need to get a tan in stages. Spend maybe five or ten minutes a day in the sun for a few weeks. That will generally be enough to start activating the melanin in your skin and eventually result in a tan, which will allow you to spend progressively more time in the sun.

Touch a hot iron or hot stove, that's what sun burn feels like all over your body. If you've had a burn of any kind, that is what sunburn is. It can be mild or very bad, like a third degree burn. It is a real burn.

Very pale people have very little melanin and are more susceptible to sunburn and skin cancer. Those with freckles are probably the most susceptible, because their melanin is not evenly distributed.

Albinos have no melanin in their skin and can suffer severe burns or death with too much exposure to the sun. So when outdoors, you have a distinct advantage over lighter skinned individuals.
Reply:sunblock!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! [lol]
Reply:well... sunburn really hurts. and it feels like your skin is peeling (cuz usually it is) the sun causes it.
Reply:The sun causes it! The paler your skin, the quicker you burn. It feels hot and hurts to the touch and looks red. Sometimes your skin peels off afterwards. You have to use sun block. Even people with dark skin should use sun protection.
Reply:the sun dehydrates your skin....

that's why it peels...

and feels uncomfortable...

it hurts when it's a really bad sunburn...

just as bad as when you get burn from.. let's say the oven....

people tan because they don't like being too white....

simply a fashion thing
Reply:some people do look better with a tan, but tanning make some people look orange. but this is a good question, because i always wondered about sunburns to. it looks real nasty how the skin come off and stuff.
Reply:I am a pasty white chick and have been all my life.

My skin tone is not solid white...got some red splotches and other color splotches here and there.

I could wear face paint - I mean fondation - to smooth out my color - but before too long it just sweats off or looks unnatural.

If I had a tan, I think my skin tone will be an even color - which just looks healthier. And tan kind of has a its own glow to it and matches my blond hair color better.

So - all my life, I've been chasing a tan - especially for a big event like a wedding or prom or anytime I expect my picture to be taken.

But, since I am a pasty white chick, more often than not, my tanning attempts have ended up as sun burn.

Sun burns tighten your skin - so your face feels tighter when you smile or your elbow, knee and hip joints hurt when they stretch to move. Also, your nerves are right there on top of your skin - so any breeze or rubbing on your skin will also be felt.

That's my story anyway.
Reply:White people think they look better with a bronze glow. They get sunburned because they don't have any melanin in their skin to protect them from the sun. I guess. It hurts, stings, and is sensitive to the touch. They don't feel it when they are outside acquiring the burn, but the next day, they feel the hurt.
Reply:Time to go get the deer leg out of the kitchen now.
Reply:People tan because it makes them look thinner and also gives the skin a softer feel if not over tanned. Also, people tan because they don't want to glow in the dark.

I used to tan a lot to define my body when I worked out but I over exposed and tanned while I had toxins in my body which has caused me to not be able to tan at all now. When I tan now it is reversed...I get white spots and then it spreads.

Sunburn is caused from not using correct moisturizers and lotions to block the intense of rays that the sun gives off.

A little sunlight is fine in small amounts at a time but a lot of sun is bad for your skin causing it to burn a layer of skin causing it to hurt; which causes peeling and then could cause skin damage or skin diseases such as the worst cancer.
Reply:Be happy you've never gotten sunburn.....I like being pale, but I burn so easily. Ten minutes out in the sun and I'm a lobster unless I have sunscreen on. Even THEN I'm a littel pink haha.

One time I got sunburn in February. FE-BRU-AR-Y. And it's not even like I live in Florida. I'm from New Jersey hahaha.

You should probably still wear sunscreen though, because the sun will still do damage to your skin, even if it is not extremely noticable as mine is.

Sunburn only hurts if it's really deep/bad. Mine rarely hurts.
Reply:Sunburn is literally a burn on your skin. It is a burn from ultraviolet (UV) radiation. The consequence of this burn is inflammation of the skin. Injury can start within 30 minutes of exposure. Certain light-skinned and fair-haired people are at greater risk of sunburn injury.

Initially, your skin turns red about 2-6 hours after exposure and feels irritated. The peak effects are noted at 12-24 hours.

Mild and uncomplicated cases of sunburn usually result in minor skin redness and irritation. Untreated and with enough exposure, you can experience shock (poor circulation to vital organs) and even death (sun poisoning). Sufficient exposure can become remarkably painful.

Why people want a tan I don't know either. Some think they look better. I am a African Amer. also and I like my skin color the way it is even though I do tan some. I have experienced a slight sunburn which could have been worse if I didn't know when to take cover. Everyone is different though.

In the long run it will effect those who soak up to much, it causes premature aging as well.

God Bless.
Reply:Tanning is bad.

If people want to darken their skin -- a

product like 'Fake Bake' is much better.

http://www.fakebake.com

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If you go to tanning beds,?

2010-04-24T00:28:00.003-07:00

why do you go? I go for the tan, but it is so relaxing to me. YOU?

If you go to tanning beds,?
I go not just for the tan ,but to relax and take a 20 minute nap. When you have 5 kids it is the best thing to do to relax! And I also go because of my degenerative arthritis. it helps take the pain away. I always come out smiling and feeling so much better.
Reply:I think people look better with a little tan. Also it is soooo relaxing especially if you live in a cold area. It's a little peace of sunnyshine for 30 min. It also helps clear of skin acne...
Reply:om i like massages
Reply:I love having glowing skin... plus it does feel sooo relaxing! I love the warmth.
Reply:Its very relaxing but I like the tan

ivy

What is the Best tanning product to use?

2010-04-24T00:28:00.002-07:00

I have very fair skin and this spring I wanna try and get a tan. But I don't know what product to use. I need something inexpensice, but effective. It also needs to be something that doesn't look like I've been eating too many carrots. Thanks!

What is the Best tanning product to use?
u can use uv-avo,this cream is available in any of the medicals..........
Reply:just get a natural tan using skin defense cream.
Reply:The Sun:)
Reply:Johnson and Johnson Holiday Skin is AWESOME!!! A light natural looking tan with out streaking
Reply:xen tan lotion.

http://www.xen-tan.co.uk/

How do you remove tanning spray?

2010-04-24T00:28:00.001-07:00

i spray tanned myself for a school dance and now that its coming off its patchie and looks like shlt lol. how do i get it off??

(i used loreal sublime bronze spray.)

How do you remove tanning spray?
Exfoliate. Rub salt with olive oil on your body. It will scrub off the tan. Then shower of course.
Reply:you should definitily do it fast. um...baby oil works and go in the shower and scrub off gently not so hard or else you will hurt your skin...use soap,,oil, salt bath scrub
Reply:WELL NORMALLY IT JUST WASHES OFF BUT IF IT DOESN'T THEN GET SOME BUTTER, OLIVE OIL AND A LITTLE SALT. MIX ALL OF THEM TOGETHER AND RUB IT ONTO YOUR SKIN AND EXFOLIATE! I SHOULD COME OFF WITH EASE BUT IF IT DOESN'T TRY THIS SITE http://www.spray-tan-byron-bay.com/remov...

Scars :o( [also sunless tanning]?

2010-04-24T00:28:00.000-07:00

i need to lighten scars fast, summer is here, and i want to wear shorts! but im too embarassed by my scarred up legs.

Please help, it will be greatly appriciated... im desperate for any solution right about now.

Also, can anyone recommend sunless tanners that work really well? or know if a spray tan will cover up scars?

Scars :o( [also sunless tanning]?
Mederma , vitamin E, and coco butter
Reply:Vitamin E works wonders!

Best self tanner or gradual tanning lotion?

2010-04-24T00:27:00.001-07:00

what have you used, what results did you get, what do you recommend? brand, where to buy, etc.

(i have light skin with brown/yellow undertones if that helps).

Best self tanner or gradual tanning lotion?
I have a very similar skin type as you and the only lotion that doesn't turn me orange is the Jergen's. It also has the plus of being not that expensive!
Reply:I have been using Toma's Tan Perfect for several years now. I have tried many other products, but this is the best. Fake Bake is also great, but Toma's is cheaper. You can buy it at Sally's Beauty Supply. Report It

Reply:Jergens Natural Glow Daily Moisturizer. Get it @ Walmart.
Reply:my friend is super-dark now %26amp; she has been using jergens natural glow for face, banana boat dial-a-tan %26amp; l`oreal sublime glow, she uses all 3 of these at once, layering them (jergens %26amp; banana boat on face, %26amp; banana boat %26amp; l`oreal for body)...she buys them at cvs or walmart...
Reply:For self tanner- best one is Fake Bake- can be found at Sephora.com

For bronzing moisturizer- I like Loreal Sublime Glow
Reply:ban de soile

fuchsia

Vaseline Self tanning lotion VS Jergens tanning lotion?

2010-04-24T00:27:00.000-07:00

Has anyone used both? Which has a less orangy color?

Vaseline Self tanning lotion VS Jergens tanning lotion?
Do you mean the tanning moisturizers? I found the Jergen's to be ok. I was very careful applying it and found that its effect was so slight that I'd have to use if for about two weeks to really see any difference. I didn't notice any orange. I do prefer tanning, though it is not great for your health.
Reply:i use jergans and it works great for me. but if u dont wash ur hands after usiong it ur hands will turn orange but other than that i ♥ it.

*~♥hope i helped!♥~*
Reply:I have tried them and I now believe that they are all going to turn you orange. I just said forget it and started going tanning.
Reply:i have used jergens it did a good job but you HAVE to apply it evenly or you will get streaks but that applies to any self tanning lotion.
Reply:I've only used the Jergens. You have to be really careful washing your hands after applying. I got this nasty tan line on my wrist from washing my hands. Just wash the palms of your hands and in between your fingers.
Reply:Vaseline works but I like Jergens better. Vaseline leaves you orangeish.
Reply:Jergens worked for me. Before you put it on exfoliate really good %26amp; I also mixed it with a little lotion so it wont go on streaky

Why self tanning lotions turns you yellow instead of turning you tan??

2010-04-24T00:26:00.002-07:00

io have tried all the best brands... and all turn me yellow...

Why self tanning lotions turns you yellow instead of turning you tan??
its not supposed to work dat way but maybe its bcos its not the right type fer u. get professional help at the stores to match ur skin with the right lotion.or but a few diff ones %26amp; try em all to see which one works best... good luck!
Reply:Chemical reaction with glucose in skin.
Reply:you have to carefully follow instructions
Reply:The best from Wal-Mart maybe. See a professional cosmetician and have her take a close look at your natural skin type.
Reply:maybe depends on ur original skin colour?? I don't know. .. Have u tried California-Tan?(Spray w/tint) I've tried tons of them this is the only one i satisfaied.(Smell, colour, dryness, ressult...) try them!

How much does AirBrush Tanning cost? & It doesnt leave streaks right?

2010-04-24T00:26:00.001-07:00

I want my whole body tanned.

Airbrush is the safer way. But how much is it?

How much does AirBrush Tanning cost? %26amp; It doesnt leave streaks right?
A single session is usually $25 dollars but can vary depending on your location. If you purchase more than one session there is usually some sort of discount applied. At the place I go it is $25 for one session, $48 for two sessions, $68 for three sessions, and $99 for five sessions. As far as streaking the results are really good! Streaks are normally caused by uneven application of self tanning lotions. The spray technology allows for an even coating of tanning solution so streaking is a thing of the past! I really suggest this method of tanning, as you said it is so much safer. Laying out in the sun or baking in a bed is not only bad for your skin, it is bad for your health! Good luck, hope you get the golden glow you are looking for!
Reply:The tanning place my friend goes to, you can either pay a more expensive fee for a one time airbrush tan, or you can pay $35 for a membership (1yr), and then like i think airbrush is like $8-10 or something each time you go. And tanning beds are like $4-12 each time (depending on what type bed it is.

I was considering the tanning bed, but you all talked me out of it.. what are the best self tanners?

2010-04-24T00:26:00.000-07:00

i like gergens(sp) but i was just wondering if anyone had tried anything better. i'm a natural redhead, so i'm pretty pale. not that freckled though or red toned. what's a good self tanner or anything really and where could i get it? thanks!

I was considering the tanning bed, but you all talked me out of it.. what are the best self tanners?
tri banana boat self tanner its great you can pick the shade you want with a click of the dile its great for how dark you want your tann i get it at shoppers drug mart
Reply:im a natural redhead 2 and i use jergens, ive tried all the big brands and its the best. and cheap .LOL

paper bush

Whats the best fake tanning body lotion around?

2010-04-24T00:25:00.003-07:00

i have white skin colour only use body lotions.

dove

hoilday tan...?

Whats the best fake tanning body lotion around?
vaseline soft glow.

jergens natural glow.

and ive also heard that bath and body works has one that works really well.
Reply:My favorite has been Dove Healthy glow. It does it gradually so you don't look fake. I'm really white and it worked for me!
Reply:My mom has found the best fake tanner to be "Ocean Potion Everglow Daily Moisturizer" It shows effect in about four days after you use it, and unlike many others, it doesn't rinse off like many others, it stays! It is in a large brown pump bottle, and it is at Walmart, Target, K mart, and probably drug stores as well. Good luck!
Reply:I'm not sure what the best is...I've seen several people say that Jurgens is, but now after using it, I'm not so sure...I have somewhat of an orange-y glow now.
Reply:Jerrgins tanning solution
Reply:i love the trueblue one from bath and body works..it doent have that disgusting maple syrup and cat pee smell that alot of sunless tanners have (i have 2 cats and it def does smell like cat pee!!) its a gradual one so u cant really mess it up and they have this shimmer oil that u can get that enhances the tan even more...im addicted to them both!! bath and body works are where its at!!!!

Does a tanning bed tan last as long as one from the sun??

2010-04-24T00:25:00.002-07:00

Yes. Tanning beds us UV-A and UV-B rays, just like the sun. The sun has another UV called UV-C. UV-B is the "burning ray" and tanning beds only include this UV to make the bed work properly. Sun lamps have all the same "ingredients" so to say, to create a tan as the sun, except it is in a much more controlled environment.

There is nothing fake about a tan in a tanning bed.

Does a tanning bed tan last as long as one from the sun??
It all depends on how dark you go. But on my body a Fake and Bake tan does not last as long as the ones I get in Vegas... So I'm not sure there could be many factors such as skin color and how well you take to the sun and fake sun. Hope this helps!
Reply:Yes they do. However the UV rays from the bed are much more intense than the sun. Unless Ur sunburned real bad. Be careful using a tanning bed. Being tan is not worth skin cancer when U get older. Not what U wanted 2 hear but that's the way that is. Good luck 2 you.

Is it safe to go to the Tanning bed every day?

2010-04-24T00:25:00.001-07:00

I tan in a stand up regular heat bed. Is it ok to tan everyday as long as Im not burning my skin.?

Is it safe to go to the Tanning bed every day?
Tanning beds are absolutely NOT safe in any way!

I heard a radio ad yesterday for a tanning salon that claimed tanning was the healthy way to help your body produce more vitamin D. Nonsense. 15 minutes of light exposure a day is the most you need to boost your vitamin D production. But I digresss.

Cosmetically, tanning (even in beds) leads to premature aging of the skin. The UVB rays you're exposed to in the tanning beds are just a deadly when it comes to skin cancer risk.

Routine use of tanning beds is a BAD, BAD idea!
Reply:no you will age faster. you better off buying those tanning creams or spray safer than tanning salon.
Reply:You will get skin cancer and there is no need to go everyday.
Reply:No your skin will look like a sixty year old granmas after a while. But hey if you look great with a tan and dont mind saggy skin keep it up!
Reply:Whether the tanning bed, natural sunlight, or purposeful exposure to radioactive materials, you're exposing yourself to ionizing radiation, and your exposure is cumulative over your lifetime. The tan may fade, but the damage in terms of risk of cancer (or simply premature aging) never goes away, it just keeps adding up throughout your lifetime.
Reply:dont do it! i used a sunbed for about 2 months twice a week i got skin cancer now !

What is the best type of indoor tanning lotion.?

2010-04-24T00:25:00.000-07:00

i have medium skin that tans easy i haven't gone in about a year but i am starting up again soon. i was looking into the brand synergy tan.

What is the best type of indoor tanning lotion.?
You are going to think that I am crazy, but I have never used the tanning salon's lotions. I say they are way over priced and I tan much better without them. My twin sister and I did an experiment, she bought the expensive lotions, I used nothing. We went for the same amount of time all the time for a month, and I had a much darker tan than she did. She now doesn't use their lotions either. They don't really do what they say, and are extremely pricey
Reply:Hmm, if you are sticking with that brand, go for something with dark bronzer... maybe even a quad bronzer (4 times the bronzer) since you already have med. skin that tans easily that will give you a nice, fast dark color!

Otherwise, I was originally going to say to stick with Australian Gold /Swedish Beauty products.. Ask the salon you go to about some of their bronzers... If u don't like the way bronzers go on -- try a "body blush" It is a bronzer without the dark bronze color in it.. Works AMAZING!

And, if you can handle it -- get a "tingle"

basically it makes your skin tingle, bringing blood flow to surface thus making your skin tan all the faster..

Those are 3 I'd suggest the actual names of some that really stick out to me are:

Jaded

Tickled Pink

Alias

TAN-GERINE (awesome)

Good luck! =)
Reply:Swedish Beauty Frosted Hemp tanning lotion

It got vitamins and will mosturize your skin.
Reply:I myself love Designer Skin tanning products. They have some awesome lotions with bronzers, anywhere from a single bronzer to multiple bronzers. These products will really help boost your tan quickly.

daphne

I know tanning beds are bad for you but would they be less bad if you wore sunscreen while tanning?

2010-04-24T00:24:00.003-07:00

If you wear sunscreen, what's the point in going?

I know tanning beds are bad for you but would they be less bad if you wore sunscreen while tanning?
Just heard on the radio here in Ireland, to day, that sunscreen is the least effective protection
Reply:kind of defeats the purpose . dont ya think?
Reply:Truth is, even people who tan without burning risk skin cancer. Any type of tanning is damaging to your skin. I'd skip the tanning bed and get a spray on tan or buy those self-tanning lotions.
Reply:no, don't ever use any products in a tannig bed that are not meant for indoor tanning, it's not good for your skin, and defintily not good for the acrylic on the bed, using a lotion you purchase at your tanning salon will lgive you the best results, and protect you from harmful rays.

How to get this tanning stuff off.....?

2010-04-24T00:24:00.002-07:00

i used some do it urself spray tan stuff and i ran out. and now its going away but instead of just fading it looks liek my skin is peeling. and its coming off but i need it to work faster. is there anything i can use to put on my skin to make it better like alcohol or something to make it come off easier and faster.

thanks!!!

!!

U

How to get this tanning stuff off.....?
Ughhh, From someone VERY experienced in using fake tanner I would suggest a rough luffa, some moisture rich body wash (Dove works well), and scrubbing in a circular motion for several minutes. It may take two washes and a bit of exfoliating to remove all the blotchy color. Avoid the temptation to use anything too abrasive as you will end up doing more damage than good.

Good luck;)

Why self tanning lotions turns you yellow instead of turning you tan??

2010-04-24T00:24:00.001-07:00

I was considering the tanning bed, but you all talked me out of it.. what are the best self tanners?

2010-04-24T00:24:00.000-07:00

How much does AirBrush Tanning cost? & It doesnt leave streaks right?

2010-04-24T00:23:00.001-07:00

What's the best tanning enhancer?

2010-04-24T00:23:00.000-07:00

i'm always working out in the sun so this summer i want to be pitch black dark. i don't want a self-tanner or a sunblock, i need one of those enhancers well u know which ones i mean. can u recommend one??????????????? thanks

What's the best tanning enhancer?
Try Jergens Natural Glow.
Reply:Be careful alot of my freinds have gotten blotchy because of using those products.
Reply:My semen works really well!!!!!

Whats the best fake tanning body lotion around?

2010-04-24T00:22:00.003-07:00

Has anyone tried the combination of a tanning bed and a mystic tan? Lock in color + the "Bronze" glow?

2010-04-24T00:22:00.002-07:00

If so, what's the best place to get a Mystic Tan?

Has anyone tried the combination of a tanning bed and a mystic tan? Lock in color + the "Bronze" glow?
Yes, it works great! Once you're reached your plateau as far as using the tanning bed, the Mystic Tan is a great way to darken up a little more. I don't know where the best place is to get a Mystic Tan though; they're pretty much all the same at all the salons...same spray stuff, booth, etc. My tanning salon just got the Mystic Tan booth this year, and it's awesome. It only takes a couple minutes in the booth. There is also barrier cream in the Mystic Tan room...you want to apply it to places that you don't want tan, such as your fingernails/toenails, etc.

lady slipper

Besides a tanning salon, does anyone have any tricks to get a good tan fast?

2010-04-24T00:22:00.001-07:00

tanning lotion and a day out in the sun.

or you could get a fake tan

theres also http://www.jergens.com/3days/index.asp jergins natural glow (3 days)

Besides a tanning salon, does anyone have any tricks to get a good tan fast?
For all information and details about tanning please check out http://use-tanning.blogspot.com/
Reply:tanning lotion. sometimes you turn orange sometimes you don't. another thing is it smells bad. depends where you live. in the summeri tan w. baby oil and it works good.
Reply:for a healthy glow/tan, i use dove energy glow. after using it for a week daily, i got pretty tan... without the cancer. i reccomend using the darker shade one though... works faster.
Reply:Spray on tan. You can just get a bottle of it, and spray it on, But this might not work because it could leave streaks. When I tried it, i was very careful, but half of my leg was orange and the other side had streaks.
Reply:tans are over rated, stay out of the sun and keep your skin young
Reply:Nakedness and Sun at the same time

Does mystic tan stink like sunless tanning lotions?

2010-04-24T00:22:00.000-07:00

tan i love golden girls.

Does mystic tan stink like sunless tanning lotions?
It does not smell but you are kinda sticky after it. Many places offer a spray on tan now for a little more money. Its more even and less streaking.
Reply:y does that matter just tan naturaly ur gunna like burn urself trying to do it manuly if i may say that
Reply:i hear loreal is both good and cheap

Where is a good tanning bed in cheyenne wyoming?

2010-04-24T00:21:00.003-07:00

would like to go and tan but i am not sure where to go. where is the best place place in cheyenne wyoming,

Where is a good tanning bed in cheyenne wyoming?
This same question was asked a few days back.

Try http://www.geocities.com/rubymeera

Do you tan outside in the sun or in a tanning bed?

2010-04-24T00:21:00.002-07:00

Tanning bed and I think I need to start going back.

Do you tan outside in the sun or in a tanning bed?
OUTSIDE Au Natural too.
Reply:outside in the sun
Reply:I like natural, the sun... tanning beds are scary
Reply:I don't tan, I stay inside and work on my pale. But, really, fake baking is pathetic, it doesn't even look natural, and too much sun turns your skin to leather. I speak from first hand knowledge as I live by the beach. But when I do tan, it's naturally from the sun.
Reply:sun and i use fakey sometimes if i feel pale, beats going to the sunbeds you know.
Reply:No...
Reply:I only tan about once every 2 years when I go on holiday. It's not worth it considering the effects on your skin!
Reply:I don't tan at all because it's extremely unhealthy for your skin (even in the tanning beds. some say it's worse there). I love my skin the way it is and I don't see a reason to make it any darker on purpose.
Reply:outside...because i work outdoors
Reply:I don't like tan lines so I go to a salon
Reply:I tan outside. I am dark complected, so it doesn't take a long time outside for me to tan. I don't lay out either. That's boring to me. I usually get tan the first time I cut the grass for the year.
Reply:Tanning bed but that's because i stay in Scotland and there is not enough natural sun; given the choice natural sun is better and tan lines no no no
Reply:I used to tan in a bed when in Ohio but since living in the Keys now, it's all natural ;-)
Reply:only left arm while driving
Reply:Sun when it's nice enough to, tanning bed when it's not.
Reply:God has given me a great ability to tan naturally ( stay on sun for long time and not burn ) so I prefer the beach and the sun, I miss summer and my beach I wish it comes faster!
Reply:both, depending on the season. I prefer being outside in the sun, though; its free!
Reply:I tan outside ranches when I work with my dad. It makes my body look so so goooooooooood!!
Reply:not at all. i try to avoid getting tanned.

tanned skin is considered tacky where i live, everyone tries

to stay as pale as possible. fair skin is seen as a sign of high class (basically, people recognize you are not working outside in the burning sun ;)

welcome to asia hehe
Reply:Neither. I don't ever get in tanning beds and when I'm out in the sun I always wear sunscreen.

dendrobium

Whats the best sunless tanning lotion?that's not jergens natural glow.?

2010-04-24T00:21:00.001-07:00

i have tride jergens natural glow .i do not like this stuff.its smelly ,and makes my skin feel gross.it also makes every thing that i lay on or wear smell bad.so please any one out there now of some thing better and that works.i suffer from anxiety so i will not lay out or go to a salon to tan.thank you to all who can help.

Whats the best sunless tanning lotion?that's not jergens natural glow.?
I just used st ives glow this past week and I have to say its affordable, works nicely with no orange tones and it smeels great! They even have an option of glow %26amp; Firm....and glow with spf 7 ...I was able to use it and sat in the sun for a little while and I was still protected.
Reply:Dove can work, but that's just me. Dove smells sweet and makes you feel weird until tomorrow morning. I can handle it, but for you, I'd research tanning moisturizers. But to get rid of that gross feeling, dilute your moisturizer with just a normal moisturizer and put it on at night so you don't have to deal with that feeling all day. Tanning moisturizers work best at night anyway because the next day you'll have a tan since nighttime is generally the time your body starts healing itself because you're asleep.
Reply:vaseline has a self-tanner. it worked really well for me. it has no smell and it doesnt leave you orange.

bath and body works also has a self tanner.

When going to a tanning bed should i wear on my FACE spf 15 or 30?

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only on my face becuase i have the special spf for my body.

if i wear spf 30..wont it be too much for the skin on my face to tan

I AM ONLY IN THE BED FOR 6-7 MINUTES.

When going to a tanning bed should i wear on my FACE spf 15 or 30?
spf 20
Reply:no use 30 or ask someone that works there be sure because sun exposure and tanning can cause premature aging
Reply:Your face will tan regardless. A dermatologist once told me spf 15 is virtually the same as spf 30. But if you find your face is still lighter than the rest of your body, use self tanning cream for a few hours afterward-if your tanning bed cream doesn't already have self-tanners in it (like mine). Happy tanning!
Reply:Do yourself a BIG favor and use the highest spf on your face. As a matter of fact, don't let your face tan at all! My dermatologist told me years ago that if I kept my face a little tanned that my skin wouldn't be as oily. He was right- except now my face is marked all over with sunspots! I lost my flawless skin forever, and no amount of makeup can make it look that way again (and I'm a makeup artist- I have access to the best). Use a self tanner on your face and neck! And remember- sun exposure is cumalative. That means it all counts- every time you've been in the sun (or in the tanning bed) ever since you were born. There is no start over with sun damage!
Reply:STOP! When you get in a tanning bad you use a special tanning lotion for indoor tanning. Not something for outdoor you will ruin the Acrylic(glass). Tanning beds cost about in the thousands. Please use an indoor tanning lotion.

If I tan in a tanning salon, will it make my tattoo's fade?

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Yes, over time it will make your tattoos fade. UV light, which is in sunlight and in tanning beds, reacts with the ink in a tattoo, and can cause it to break down over time. Just look at anyone who works outside (or at a trucker's left arm).. their tattoos lose their definition and get blurry/faded over time.

Just put a little high-spf sunscreen over your tattoo (which is a good idea anyway if it's exposed, not just when you're tanning).

If I tan in a tanning salon, will it make my tattoo's fade?
depends on if they are dark or light color. your skin will get darker causing ur darker tattoos to blend in more. it will "appear" as fading but not in reality.
Reply:i dont think so
Reply:I don't know the answer to your question. But tanning will give you premature wrinkles and possibly skin cancer.
Reply:No it doest where did you hear that?

Mine have never faded due to sun or anyother uv related contact. I think age is the only thing to effect tattoos. But maybe im wrong
Reply:Over time (20 yrs) maybe. I have 3 tattoos, I tan and they haven't faded and I've had mine for over 10 yrs.
Reply:i am a tattoo artist any UV ray you put on your tattoo will make it fade in time. that's why you should always put sunblock on your tattoo. if your really love that tattoo and don't want it to fade or blur then put sunscreen on it.
Reply:yes it will. UV rays fade tattoos, which is why you should always wear sunscreen on them. i would suggest the mist tan or another kind of UV free tanning
Reply:Probably.

Sun is not good for your tattoos. At all.

That's why you're always supposed to keep your tattoos protected with sunscreen.

Why waste your money getting skin cancer in a tanning bed anyway?
Reply:yes any sunlight real or artifical will make it fade u need to use sunlock anytime to help prevetn fading but itll fade fro sure
Reply:i shouldnt make them "fade"
Reply:No it won't
Reply:yes it will make it fade
Reply:YES, they will fade over time if you don't take care of them which include the sun and tanning booths. It isn't that hard to cover them with sunscreen and you will be glad in the long run.
Reply:no.unless its within the time yr tattooist told u to stay outa the sun.
Reply:any exposure to sunlight whether natural or fake will cause your tattoo to fade over time. even if you put sunscreen on it. the rays break down the ink. cover your tattoos!!
Reply:Yes. If you have tattoos, you should already know this. I know that when I got mine, they told me this before I went ahead with it.
Reply:yes, use sunscreen on it

Reversing the damage from tanning beds?

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I only tanned for one month and quit it today...what type of damage have i concurred?

Reversing the damage from tanning beds?
Haha I hope he's ^ joking. If that were true, those girls that tan year around (I've known plenty) would have taken about 60 years off of their lives. Honestly, the damage is hard to tell. I doubt you did THAT much damage since it was only a month but it depends on the person. There are some people that have gotten skin cancer after very little sun/tanning bed exposure but there are others who spend nearly their whole life in the sun and never get it. Better safe that sorry though so it's good you quit.
Reply:According to www.whatididwithmylife.com; you have taken 3.2 years off your life and increased you risk of having skin cancer by 235%...good job!

P.S., Glad you quit, for real!
Reply:I think it matters more on how much you tanned, and how long your sessions were. Don't get me wrong, I'm glad you quit because I think tanning beds are really bad (at least the sun gives you a benefit with increased Vitamin D absorption - but don't stay out in it unprotected too long if you burn easily), but I don't know that you can calculate the effects so simply. Chances are you're fine, although I'm obviously not a doctor and can't put a garauntee on it, but I really don't think you're going to have a lot of negative effect after one month unless it was extremely high usuage. Use some sunlight and keep it natural. If you don't darken up, don't worry.
Reply:Probably zero.

I was a farm kid and worked in the sun for years and have had no ill effect.

A lot of which one hears is fear mongering and makes great print.

Just use good common sense and use a sun screen that matches your skin type.

You need one hour of sun a day to stay healthy. It also combats depression, and allows your body to manufacture vitamin d.

broadleaf

What`s the best tanning oil that i can buy at any drugstore?

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going to the beach this weekend %26amp; i need to work on my tan =]]

What`s the best tanning oil that i can buy at any drugstore?
Nothing beats the original Hawaiian Tropic oil in the brown clear bottle.
Reply:hawaiian tropics deep tanning oil.

If I tan in a tanning salon, will it make my tattoo's fade?

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Reversing the damage from tanning beds?

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What`s the best tanning oil that i can buy at any drugstore?

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Do you know about tanning?

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i was wondering if one is using jergens natural glow lotion and going on a vacation can they still get a tan from sun? or would the jergens glow lotion might affect the sun s rays

Do you know about tanning?
omg the sun is a very unhealthy way to get a tan. without sunscreen,yes you will get tan but wrinkles will happen and bad skin when you are a bit older. why would you want wrinkles?? WEAR SUNSCREEN.BE YOURSELF.LIKE YOUR SKIN.
Reply:always wear sunscreen or you'll regret it
Reply:i got that and i went tanning (i still use sun screen) and my tan has never looked better in my life
Reply:all i know is that this girl wasn't meant to tan so i don't fool around with all that junk
Reply:Trust me when I say this... Wear SunScreen... no matter what age you are or how many times you get burnt... you can still get skin cancer... I had a friend that fell sick to skin cancer at the age of 16.
Reply:Always use sun lotion imagine no do use sun tan i agree u will regret it other wise!
Reply:My wife uses Jergen's Natural Glow Lotion for Medium Skin. It works well for her. It doesn't have any sunscreen in it. It is used to moisturize like any lotion and to give your shin a nice, tanned look. We are in the Caribbean and she ALWAYS uses a good sunscreen and re-applies several times throughout the day. You must protect your skin from the sun at all costs. If you insist on getting a natural tan, you can still get one using lots of sunscreen with a high SPF rating and spending only short amounts of time in the sun. It will just take a bit longer and will look better for longer.

What are good self tanning lotions I can use?

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I have a really bad soccer tan and I want to fix it as soon as possible.

What are good self tanning lotions I can use?
definitely Jergens. the smell isnt the greatest but it's worth it. and dont use a tone that is too dark for you, otherwise you may turn orange. and make sure to rub it in REALLY well so it will not streak.

good luck and i hope that i helped =]
Reply:Toma's Total Tan is my fav. by far. I've tried about 15.
Reply:Mary kay has a great sunless tanning lotion. Visit my webisite www.marykay.com/amanda.griffin to check it out along with other great sun products.
Reply:I like Jergens.

Do you close the tanning bed top or leave it open?

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I have always wondered if one way or another wiould give you a better tan?

Do you close the tanning bed top or leave it open?
You close it, to a point where it's comfortable for you! When it is closed more "rays" will hit parts of your body. I go for 20 Min sessions and the last 5 I need to open it a little to cool off.

Good Luck!
Reply:You need to close it so your top and bottom tan the same. Also, it gets all warm and cozy!
Reply:closing it is the only way to use it properly.
Reply:You close it.
Reply:Close it or you won't be tanned evenly.
Reply:I'm pretty sure you close it because there are the lights all over. If you left it open you'd only get 1/2 tanned.
Reply:you have to close it so that both sides of your body will tan at the same time.
Reply:you have to close it or u wont have the same tan on each side of ur body
Reply:First tape a smiley face on your ****. Then close it.
Reply:Closed is better, or else you have to worry about turning over and tanning the same amount of time, and you might not get the same results as the other side. And that just looks weird.
Reply:you leave the top closed
Reply:in order to get an evan tan you close it. if you dont close it your back will get tan and maybe half of your front, but not evenly because the tanning lights wont be closed in on you.
Reply:you have to close it lol so you tan the fron of your body
Reply:1. apply your tanning lotion

2. get in the tanning bed

3. put on your goggles

4. pull down the top.

5. push the start button, relax and enjoy!!

Can you tan in a tanning bed if you wear hormone patches?

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It's not a good idea. From the patch pamphlet:

Direct sunlight or high heat can increase, then lower, the amount of hormone released from a patch. This can give you a big dose at the time and leave less hormone for the patch to release later in the week. This increases your risk of pregnancy. Avoid direct sunlight on the hormone patch. Also avoid using a tanning bed, heating pad, electric blanket, hot tub, or sauna while you are using a hormone patch.

frangipni

Does your tan lasts longer when you apply normal sunscreen or tanning sunscreen?

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Both the "tanning" and the "suncreen" in tanning sunscreen cancels each other out, sweetie. :) Sunscreen is supposed to protect you from burning AND tanning, if it has both UVA and UVB protection, which it should. I think you're confusing sunscreen with tanning oil. Tanning oil contains no sunscreen at all, it just makes you even darker when you're out in the sun. It won't help protect against burning, though.

Does your tan lasts longer when you apply normal sunscreen or tanning sunscreen?
apply a sun tan gel with spf this will keep ur sun tan and protect u from skin cancer
Reply:Both are meant for tanning and booth will tan your skin without burning if applied regularly while outside. This will give you skin the best tan without burning.
Reply:once you've tanned, it doesn't matter which lotion you used, the rate a tan fades at depends on your skin. having a tan fade is really just when the tanned skin cells die and fall off and new, untanned skin is coming up.
Reply:tanning sunscreen

it holds the tan

so, youll be tanner for longer!

Does a tan take awhile to show up or does it just start getting darker & darker while you are tanning?

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My friends said it takes a few hours to show up after laying out in the sun %26amp; I also thought it took a little while because I don`t notice results right away, is it true?

Does a tan take awhile to show up or does it just start getting darker %26amp; darker while you are tanning?
DON'T use baby oil like that other person suggested. It's terrible for your skin when you're under direct sun light or fake sun light for that matter! Lotion is your friend while trying to get tan. Lather up as much as possible to keep your skin hydrated, you'll tan better. Showing a tan will take a few hours to appear but don't get too worried if you don't see much after the first few times. It takes a little time!
Reply:normally 3-4 hours then you'll notice a colour difference
Reply:i wish i knew and i wish i was tan i am like a ghostt but hey its sexxi
Reply:yes, it takes a few hours till you get the full effect, but you should see slight results as soon as you tan. You can also try Baby Oil, or a sun tan lotion with a bronzer in it. It will help you see results quicker and tan darker
Reply:It does take a while to show up after being out in the sun. However, the more time you are out in the sun the more color you will get.
Reply:IDK MY BFF MARISA.

I usually tan very well I hardley burn but I went tanning today for the 1st time in a couple weeks and got?

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burned on my face. How long do sunburns usually last? I cant stand having a bright red face. Also how do I prevent it from peeling?

I usually tan very well I hardley burn but I went tanning today for the 1st time in a couple weeks and got?
get some raw aloe leaf and cut it open and rub it on your face. fresh aloe has a healing agent and also helps regenerate skin. you're going to peel anyway, but just keep your skin moisturized with a face cream like aveeno or johnsons baby lotion.

Does the lotion at tanning salons...?

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make you burn/tan more?

what exactly do they do?

Does the lotion at tanning salons...?
The purpose of the lotion sold in tanning salons is to help keep your skin moisturized. Their lotions typically don't have any alcohol in them and are well worth the money, even if you don't tan.The more moisturized your skin is the better it tans. I use "I tan" from tan-n-tone. I only tan 1x every 2 weeks now and I still use it and love it.

bleeding heart

Has anyone tanned in a tanning bed while they were pregnant??

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I used to work at a salon, and the general rule was we didn't let any pregnant women tan. The reason for this was because it is easier to overheat in a bed. You may feel fine with the fans blowing on you, but it is very possible to get too hot (which obviously puts the baby at risk.) You will hear some myths about the bed being like a microwave to the baby and whatnot, but none of that is true.

We did have a few women (friends of the owner) who were allowed to tan pregnant, because they only went in for a short period of time and knew to stay hydrated and get out even if they felt hot in the least. Also, because they weren't a law suit threat. I would recommend you not do it. Most places won't allow it, anyways. But if you do, limit yourself to a very short amount of time in the bed (no more than 10 minutes,) and stick to the regular beds...none of those high intensity ones. And be sure to drink plenty of water.

Has anyone tanned in a tanning bed while they were pregnant??
Tanning beds aren't even safe when one isn't pregnant why would anyone want to use them when they are pregnant?
Reply:God I hope not. During the first trimester raising your bodys temperature (sauna, hot tub, tanning bed) increases the risk of spinal malformation in the fetus. Also, ultraviolet rays diminish the folic acid level. Not enough folic acid in the fetus causes neural tube defects. Another thing is that pregnant women are more vulnerable to sunburn and brown pigment (chloasma) in the skin.
Reply:Not anyone I know - it's only 9 months out of your life to go "au naturel"...it isn't worth the risk to your baby to get that fake n bake glow.
Reply:Not on purpose, but I have. I didn't know I was pregnant and had been revving up for summer. Probably went 3-4 times. When I found out I quit. No biggie, and my daughter was not harmed in the least by it. If you really want to have a tan, I'd try the spray ons. I liked them just fine.

As to raising your body tempurature from tanning a in a BOOTH, I get hotter walking from my car into a shopping mall than I do while tanning. The place is air-conditioned and cool air blows over you the whole time. Over-heating really isn't a problem. I have no information on the whole folic-acid/UV rays issue as I've never heard of that.
Reply:Should probably just stay away from it. It's just 9 months, won't kill you. I have a tanning package that I'm still paying for every month and not using, so I know how it is. I miss tanning because it relaxed me, but I refuse to do anything that may possibly bring any harm to my baby.

How does a self-tanning cream alter skin color from a biochem perspective?

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What is actually happenning, biochemically, that alters your skin color when you rub Betty's Magic Bahamas Bronzing Tanner on your a-ss?

How does a self-tanning cream alter skin color from a biochem perspective?
Oxidization....think about an apple or a banana turning brown after being exposed to air....same thing.
Reply:Dunno ,tried it once , missed some spots (you cant tell until a couple hrs later) I looked like a orange and white zebra Yeah waay sexy..... NOT!

Should I go fake tanning?

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okay so im really pale and its disgusting and i want to get more tan but i dont want skin cancer. should i go to the beds or buy a lotion and if so what kind of lotion should i use and any thips!?!?!?!

Should I go fake tanning?
Get a lotion...I have it, Im not really sure wht brand it is, But it is the one that they have little nossle adjustments on the top of it to make how tan you want it, you twist them for being more tan or less tan...Half of the bottle is brown and half of it is white.....my suggestion to being how pale you said you are...use it on the very lowest adjustment or it will make you orange....AFter using it a few times, you can turn it to some of the tanner ones...

Help answer my question!

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Reply:go to one of those spray on tan places. the tanning beds are damaging to your skin. it is like putting yourself in a microwave.
Reply:You can go fake tanning if you want. Just make sure you don't do it too much.
Reply:Get some Tan Towels. . .They are less streaky than the lotions. I have tried every tanning product known to man, and I am clumbsy. These have worked well. Just don't moisturize for two hours after. You can buy them online or at Walmart.

Oh forgot to mention, that it doesn't get orangy, and you can keep reapplying them. Shave first, then use them.
Reply:tanning beds are really bad for you - like being microwaved! use fake tan lotion stuff, and make sure you do it evenly so you don't look all streaky. and don't overdo it - you don't want to look bright orange!
Reply:dont get a fake tan right now. poeple will know its fake imediatly. wait till the summer and make sure you dont go to dark to quick!
Reply:you know what i used to go everyday..... but i knew the risk just as you do. so do whatever you want just know the risk you are taking too... there is no lotion you can use to prevent skin cancer, anything you could use would also make you not get color, sorry.... and i know spray tans are safe but if you are pale they look so dumb, just a heads up
Reply:The beds are worse than the sun. Try a tanning lotion, but not too dark.
Reply:I do not like spray tanning or lotions. I go to a tanning bed. I believe is the best option as long as you DON'T ABUSE IT, use a good tanning product and MOISTURIZE your skin all the time with a good product. You must also go to a nice place where they give good maintainance to the machine. You will develope a natural color and you won't have to worry about streak lines.
Reply:Do not go fake tanning. i dont see why young girls would.. why would you risk getting cancer for a skin tone that is only a few shades darker..? get the lotion.. but most of it smells like sh*t. get Dove lotion.. it works the best and you dont get the embarrassing scent all through the ay... and wash your hands!

What to do about tanning outdoors but protect eyes??

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like when you look up in middle of day (quickest tan) i dont wann a be rakkoon with glasses, so any suggestion to protect eyes? or will they be okay?

oh and i know all about putting on lotion and eating antioxidants and dangers, thanks

What to do about tanning outdoors but protect eyes??
should use sunglasses.. but if your just laying out.. close your eyes and enjoy. dont look at the sun!

11-2pm great sunrays but also the most dangerous time of day.. Have fun. burn baby burn.. get some aloe vera for the burns..
Reply:Sunglasses.

street fighting

If you tan in a tanning bed or booth does your hair also get lighter from the uv rays?

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it`s a possibility, because the uv rays are the same as what u would get outside, only more concentrated...

If you tan in a tanning bed or booth does your hair also get lighter from the uv rays?
it can, but if you really dont want it to you may want to purchase a "tannie" you ca nfind one at like an salon, it protect your hair from the rays, which can also dry your hair out too.

SHOULD I TAN IN A TANNING BED WHILE TAKING ST JOHNS WORT?

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As much as those of us who are "Melanin Challenged" love the look of being a little toasted, it is never good to use a tanning bed -- with or without the dear Saint. Pose your question to any dermatologist and you will get a huge hands down from them too.

Now, the great little tanners have come a long way since the orange-bottle-tan days. So if you are in a hurry – to that way or the way of the Mystic Tan (all over spray at a tanning salon).

The best tan, of course is the natural one that you get from the sun. Come here to Costa Rica! The sun is great – the cost of living is cheap (we live on less than $800 a month) – and the people are wonderful. We have been here for six months (I am a native of Seattle) and my husband and I both have very nice “walking around tans.” The sun is also a great source for Vitamin D.

Happy New Year! Feliz año nuevo

SHOULD I TAN IN A TANNING BED WHILE TAKING ST JOHNS WORT?
You should never tan in a tanning bed.
Reply:NO! Try mystic tan or something.
Reply:No, you should not as St. John's Wort makes you more sensitive to UV light. It will cause problems for you.

When you tan in a tanning bed do you flip over halfway through?

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or do you have the white creases. I hate those.... =))

When you tan in a tanning bed do you flip over halfway through?
No flipping here, but I do lift my arms and bend my knees (to aviod the **** crease), NOT an very attractive sight I'm sure.
Reply:I DON'T FLIP
Reply:I fall asleep and my **** cheeks burn.
Reply:I dont tan in a tanning bed. It is bad for your skin. I dont want to be called leatherface when I turn 70
Reply:Yes, the few times I've gone tanning, I have done so.
Reply:No. You have bulbs tanning you from underneath as well as on top. I don't recommend it though because it damages several layers of the skins tissue.
Reply:I lay one day on back next day on tummy

back, tummy, back, tummy and so on...........

cause I hate lil white creases!
Reply:Stay away from these things. Tanning is both silly and childish and very bad for you.
Reply:I don't flip and have never noticed any white lines.

I do switch beds every now and then so maybe that helps.
Reply:I flip over when I use a tanning bed, but you should try the

stand up tanners they have now, Their GREAT !
Reply:I've never been in a tanning bed.
Reply:Nope, that's the point of the double sided bed so you don't have to but FYI it's good to like raise your arms once in a while so you don't have white pits and lines where your arms have been laying when the rest of you're body is tan!!! lol Just a little tid bit for ya!!

Whats worse tanning in the sun or in a tanning bed??

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Tanning period!

I just had a skin cancer removed (scary) and I have always tanned in beds case I thought they were safe. So now I'm on a crusade to get people to stop tanning!

Try a skin bronzer or spray tanning.

Whats worse tanning in the sun or in a tanning bed??
sun.
Reply:tanning beds are worse, if you want to get tan go outside put sunscreen on and tan, it's the safest way!
Reply:both are equally horrible. they cause immediate changes in the skin and cause free radicals. you can't see these...but after time, they will make themselves known. no sunscreen blocks this completely.
Reply:I think they are both bad the sun is probably better because it natural and wont make your skin all leathery but they both can give you skin cancer...
Reply:Tanning Beds.
Reply:The tanning bed, because you receive a large dose of UV radiation all at once. With the sun, you only recieve small amounts of radiation at a time.
Reply:Yep tanning can cause skin cancer so don't do it!!:0(
Reply:both are not good for you, but if you're like me and cant get enough of either one...i have always heard that tanning beds are fine as long as you dont go day after day after day and yearround. i have also heard that 20 minutes of the tanning bed is equivalent to 8 hours out on the beach. but both always make me feel better mentally and physically.
Reply:take it from the horse's mouth ... as long as you are browner than you were be4 and a little happier ... it's all good in the hood.
Reply:Both are bad

I read a COSMOgirl Magazine, they say a tanning bed is worse.
Reply:tanning boths have either UVB OR UVA rays and you can regulate the sun exposure.

tanning outside is generally when you burn because you can't say how long you will stay outside depending on many factors. natural sun produces a different color to your skin, which i prefer.

you can do a bit of both but use regularity and don't overexpose yourself.

i've tanned since i was young (now too!) and i'm in my 30s now but still look like low 20s because i take care of my skin daily. that's most important.
Reply:Both arent good for ur health at all

grappling

How would i go about getting a tan, if i am pale and burn easily, and cant go out to a tanning bed?

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Just wondering.

Im tired of being pale and people making fun of me for it, but every time i try and tan i just burn

How would i go about getting a tan, if i am pale and burn easily, and cant go out to a tanning bed?
Try tanning at the tanning bed, for 5 mins to start out. I would do that for 3 days, then go to 7 min, for 3 days. You got to go every day, or you will loose what you have built up. Keep adding a few min at a time.
Reply:Try Aveda self tanner. It doesn't look orange and you will tan up nicely in a few applications.

Just be careful to apply it evenly and wash your hands after you put it on!
Reply:Tan gradually with a good self tanner. Clarins makes a really good one that give off a realistic natural tan look. This is obviously the first time you're putting it on and you can really screw it up, so I suggest that you call the salons in your area to see if they offer self tanning or find a friend to help you out. Good luck!
Reply:apply sunscreen first of all, be safe, then expose yourself to the sun for short amounts at a time, 30 minutes or less, then when you have built up a "base" tan you can stay under the sun for longer amounts of time.
Reply:You can use one of the many store bought tanning lotions that tan your skin. They look realistic and won't damage your skin!

I have heard really good things about all of them but I am a fanof Jergens Natural Glow Daily Moisturizer: http://www.jergens.com/Our_Collection/Pr...

Check it out! Tip - exfoliate skin before for a more even tan.
Reply:sorry, but it sounds like you are going to have to fake bake. and w/ as pale as you are you w/ easily aquire freckles and sun spots associated w/ tanning which aren't very attractive.
Reply:Firstly, don't let people make fun of your skin - that is horrible and really out of touch. At 40 you won't have wrinkles and they will, for being out in the sun too much!! Pale isn't boring - just look at people like Nicole Kidman or Bree from desperate housewives! They are beautiful!!

Get fake tanner. Not sure where you live but where I live you can get great moisturisers with a little fake tanner in them so you can build up the 'tan' over the course of a week. They are great and natural looking and don't have that horrible 'fake tan' look.
Reply:Check out this website...they have a self-tanner (under shop online - body care)

http://www.caseynerau.myarbonne.com/

Feel free to ask me any questions that you have about any of the products.
Reply:I feel you pain. I'm VERY fair skined as well and I burn very easily and can't hold a tan. I've tried it all....but believe me, you'll have the last laugh when you look great when you are older. Not being in the sun and wearing sun block when you're in it will make you look fab when you're older....no wrinkles!!! I've tried other tanners and they seem to be ok...but there is a new process out there in salons called mystic tan. I'll include the site and it seems like it's a great alternative for people like 'us' Let me know if you try it and how it goes. Best of luck to you!!

http://www.mystictan.com/
Reply:I know exactly how you feel. I am so white I glow in the dark. ; - ) I have learned to live with it though.

It depends on the money you want to spend to be tan what options are available to you. One of my favorites, and some tanning salons actually do have it, is Mystic Tan. At least, that is what it is called where I live. It is a "fake and bake", but it is a full body spray-on tan. It works quite well and has never left me with that lovely shade of burnt orange that tells everyone your tan is not a natural one. It can be as expensive, if not more, than paying for a regular tanning salon. It just depends on the specials that are being offered where you live.

Another option, with the same outcome but on a much smaller scale, is a spray-on tanning product that you can get pretty much anywhere (Wal-mart, Target, etc.). One of the best I have found is by Sally Hansen. It is called Airbrush Sun. They have formulas for the body and for the face. It did not turn me that special shade of orange either. There are some other brands that are good as well. Neutrogena makes a self-tanning foam, I believe. I don't recommend the self-tanning lotions because if you don't exfoliate (remove the dead skin from your body) prior to using them, they can leave you looking streaked, which is another dead giveaway that your tan is not genuine. The spray-on or foam tanning products get darker with additional applications allowing you to control how dark you get.

Read the label before you buy. There are some products that require you to stay in the buff for at least an hour before putting clothes on. If you are short on time, then that will not be a convenient option for you.

I just started going to the tanning salon and i go for 15 minutes. how often should i go? and?

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how long will it take until u can see a difference in my skin tone? im naturally tan just not very tan

I just started going to the tanning salon and i go for 15 minutes. how often should i go? and?
Go to the beach, and tan yourself as much as you want. you want a tan, get a natural one!
Reply:I would say it would take about a week to notice a difference. atleast it takes about a week with my skin.. and I go every other or ever 2 days. And I always go 15 minutes at a time..

Really it depends on how tan you naturally are, or like what your heritage is. Like I naturally have blonde hair and light eyes but someone with darker hair and dark eyes would usually tan a lot faster than me.
Reply:don't go - this is very very bad choice
Reply:Don't go to a tanning salon. You can get cancer. And anywayz a beach tan alwayz looks better.
Reply:Stop! Tanning is soooo bad for your skin! Get a spray tan! It doesnt damage your skin and you look great! You have to watch though some places dont do that great of job so research it. But seriously your damaging your skin and will look way way older and with lots and lots of ugly wrinkles if you keep tanning a lot or go lay out at the beach all day! Besides the fact that you can get skin cancer and nowdays its NOT AT ALL uncommon..and to "laughs a lot" you can get cancer either way, natural sun is even harsher!
Reply:you probably shouldn't have started at 15 minutes. i hope you did't burn. if you but a lotion from the salon i would say go 3 times a week and you should see a difference in a week. then like once or twice a week to keep it up. don't burn urself tho.
Reply:every other day
Reply:Please don't tan in these salons! They are worse than just being out in the sun as they have higher UV rays. Recently a girl died after having just one session at one of these places. It is a serious health risk that could result in major surgery to remove cancerous cells or even death. If you want to tan there are body moisturisers that you can apply every day that will build up a natural looking tan without the harmful side effects. If you are worried about your face use make up to help make your best features shine through. Please consider the harm you are doing by going to these salons!

Dove Vs. Vaseline tanning lotion?

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Which is better???

Scent wise? And the actual tan wise?

Can i go tanning in Melbourne, Austrilia without getting skin cancer?!?

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how long outside should i be for a nice natural looking tan?-and of coruse i will be putting on sunscreen

Can i go tanning in Melbourne, Austrilia without getting skin cancer?!?
Don't do it

If you must, then remember your heading into summer and the highest risk. 10 minutes at the height of the day is enough, To minimise the risks.

Remember that Australia has the worlds highest rate for skin cancers,

Ian M
Reply:Same opinion why do it?Our sun is very strong here in Australia.If you are here on holidays you would not enjoy it with a bad dose of sunburn.If you do go to the beach remember slip slop slap a Aussis saying.
Reply:You need to look up Clare's Law in reference to Clare Oliver who has just campaigned against tanning from her death bed and died last week of skin cancer.

yoga

Are tanning beds less safe than being in the real sun a lot? If so, how? How can I be safest in tanning bed?

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I'm only going for a month before vacation this summer, so that I don't get charbroiled in the Caribbean, so please no lectures about how its going to kill me and how superficial people are these days...Anyways, thanks in advance.

Are tanning beds less safe than being in the real sun a lot? If so, how? How can I be safest in tanning bed?
Using a tanning bed is much safer than the sun. It is a much more controlled environment. Remember that too much of anything is bad for you.
Reply:Tanning beds are unsafe!

A lady suffered 60% burns to her body due to faulty sun bed (it was in my papaers here in uk and on news!)

I would advise using strongest facter of sun tan lotion and protect your skin and stay out of sun when it's at its hottest!

Have a good holiday.
Reply:tanning beds and the sun are equally unhealthy. thats the truth, sorry. try a tanning lotion, that is healthy and works! but tanning beds and the sun are equally bad.
Reply:bed are 10 times worst then sun...you will get skin canser eather way if you want it fast then go into the bed
Reply:Tanning beds DO NOT PROTECT YOU FROM BURNING. especially in the Caribbean. I have personally witnessed a women being helicoptered off the islands because she was so sun burned, her skin cracked, blistered and weeped.

For the Caribbean put sun blocker on constantly. You are not a native. You WILL burn, and you can get skin cancer.
Reply:20 mins in a tanning bed = 4 hours in the sun. Wear sun Block in the tanning bed

Have a Great vacation

%26lt;3 Me
Reply:the safest way would to apply a fake before you go. that way when you hit the beach you won't look pale. i don't think sunbeds are that safe so i would suggest just getting the real thing and sitting on a beach is much more fun than lying in a cramped booth.
Reply:I think that both the sun and tanning beds are bad for you when used for long periods of time. I would just use the self-tanning lotions and sprays it is way more safe.
Reply:Tanning beds give off 30 times more UV rays than the Sun in the same amount of time. You choose...
Reply:I work for a dermatologist and she always trys to get her patients to stop tanning. Tanning in any form damages the skin, and makes you at higher risk for getting skin cancer later in life. It also ages you prematurely, so if you don't tan now you won't look like a Sharpei puppy by the time you're 40. You might think about getting a spray-on tan right before you go on vacation so at least you won't look too "white". Then when you're on vacation use lots and lots of sunscreen.
Reply:NEITHER ARE SAFE NO TYPE OF TAN IS SAFE IT DAMAGES THE SKIN!

Should I use tanning oil on those not so sunny days?

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On the days when its not hot enough to get burned, can you use tan oil to get a little more out of the sun?

Should I use tanning oil on those not so sunny days?
It's not actually the heat that burns your skin but the rays from the sun, so even when it's cold or there is a lot of cloud cover, you can still get burnt. I wouldn't recommend ever using a tanning oil - use a sunless tanning lotion instead.
Reply:If you want...but its totally a better idea to just get a tanning lotion ...less chance of sunburn or cancer or whatever. and while all your white friends are trying to get a tan you'll be bronzed and beautiful!

ivy

Will tanning oil, not self tanning lotion, also turn me orange?

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No Way! Tanning oil is the best! It will give a deep, dark color!

Will tanning oil, not self tanning lotion, also turn me orange?
Tanning oil wont make you orange but it will take longer to change your skin tone, tanning oil also attracts the sun more, the lotion doesnt. Tanning lotion will make you look orange.(Personal experience).
Reply:No. Tanning oil magnifies the (natural) effect that the sun has on your skin.

Self-tanning lotions turn you orange because they work to DYE your skin, usually a color not found in your skin's own spectrum. BUT they are a healthier way to darken your skin. You just have to try a bunch of different self-tanners before you find one that works well with you.
Reply:as mentioned the oil intensifies the radiation your getting and makes you skin dark. it's definately not orange, it's a brown tan. it's really horrible for your skin, yada yada premature aging, wrinkles, cancer....

Is there anyway i can get tanner besides going to a tanning bed and not get orange?

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i wanted to get a spray on tan but to worried of getting orange i want to try a lotion but i dont no i need ideas

Is there anyway i can get tanner besides going to a tanning bed and not get orange?
Try the new banna boat self spray tan you can change the tones after each apply its guaranteed not to be orange plus i've used it and it works great it has this twisty thing on the top that changes the tone like from tanner to lighter so that way as the week progresses you can go from light to tan you know so it looks natural to other people haha sneaky.

ps.. You can also just apply bronzer to ur face
Reply:it won't make you orange it will look natural besides you get to pick your tone make sure you go darker colored if your blonde and lighter if your burnett

What tanning salons offer the spray tan? What is it like?

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Its kind of streaky and it will come off on your clothes and could possibly stain them. It is definatly safer, but I would go with something like Jurgens or Clarins tanning cream. Its a cream and over time it tans you.

What tanning salons offer the spray tan? What is it like?
Nearly every salon offers a spray tan - sometimes it comes out well, sometimes it doesn't and comes out a bit streaky but it's your safest bet.

Good luck!

Lorna
Reply:any of the tanning salons where i live offer the spray tan. around here it is called mystic tan and i would not recommend it to anyone. i havent ever used it but my did last year for prom because she couldnt lay in a tanning bed because she was pregnant. it turned her orange and when it started to fade out it left really bad streaks. it definately didnt look good!

Does sunblock prevent tanning?

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I got a chemical peel about a month ago and my dermatologist told me to put on sunblock every time Im out in the sun. If I put on sunblock and go to the beach for a few hours would I still be able to get a tan?

Does sunblock prevent tanning?
yes, sunblock prevents sunburn, but you can still tan. ♥
Reply:yes. make sure you wear sunblock!
Reply:sunblock controls tanning, not prevents it.
Reply:yeah. sun screen just helps to prevent the bad rays from getting to ur skin and causeing skin cancer. u should still beable to tan
Reply:Hi there...I think I have the product that you are looking for...There is a suncreen that allow you to tan while you are being protected from the sun...The product is called a "self - tanner sunscreen" Made by Arbonne (formulated in Swizerland) This is so great cos it helps you to tan with a glowing golden colour not an ugly orange colour...

It is reccomended that you spray on 30 minutes before your exposure in the sun...

Please check out the website:

http://www.makemebeautiful1.myarbonne.co...

you can check out the products...Its under anti-ageing "before sun"
Reply:Yes, its necessary. Chemical peels are great but will cause increased sensitivity. Your skin will be fragile for up to a week, maybe more..especially if its a potent professional peel.You should actually use a sunscreen every day..preferably one with a reasonable amount of protection and highly moisturizing. Keep in mind the sun ages your skin and you run a high risk for skin cancer each time you suffer burns from the sun. If you're fair complected you need to exercise extra caution.

fuchsia

What tanning lotions,oils work best for a natural tan?

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spellbound by designer skin. it can be found in tanning salons.

What tanning lotions,oils work best for a natural tan?
i like jergans natural glow. after a few days you can start seeing the difference and you dont look splochy or orange
Reply:Jergans Natural glow is pretty good but nothing beats a real tan!!
Reply:I have been using Estee Lauder forever. It is $28 a bottle but it looks natural. Exfoliate you skin then apply the tan. Your ankles are tricking. Practice makes perfect. I use Neutragena on my face. That's pretty good as well $10 a bottle.
Reply:Any tanning lotion that has a blue not bronze base color.

What tanning lotions,oils work best for a natural tan?

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I want to get tan but . i dont want to get it by using tanning beds and harmful tanning oils.Any suggestions?

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Try a Mystic tan. You just go into a booth and get sprayed. You are in it for literally 15 seconds, then you wipe off and go. You can get pretty dark, especially if you go 2 or 3 times. It lasts about a week and a half or even 2 weeks.

I want to get tan but . i dont want to get it by using tanning beds and harmful tanning oils.Any suggestions?
sit in the sun, that always works for me.
Reply:Lay out in the sun.

Pale is beautiful too. People who should be on the white side that tan look gross!
Reply:use aritfiical taning you get it from bath and body works http://www.bathandbodyworks.com/search/i...
Reply:GO TO A SALON THAT HAS MYSTIC OR SPRAY ON TAN. I'VE HEARD THEY WORK PRETTY GOOD AND LAST A COUPLE OF WEEKS...
Reply:Just go to the Stinson Beach. I got a good one while fishing in the summer time!

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Reply:Try Jergen's self-tanner or Dove's. There are a lot of options out there now that everyone is so skincancer worried.
Reply:Best thing to do is build the tan gradually, start off with a factor 15 then slowly lower the factor each day thus helping build an even tan and preparing your skin each day.
Reply:spray tan is the best-but only when the person does it manually, not the machine. If you have a friend that can buy at the beauty supply places I suggest Fake Tan. This comes in a spray and looks fab.
Reply:i used 45 spf in hawaii and I came back so dark that everyone thought I was black. Just spend some time in the sun, use sunblock that is at least 30spf, and you'll still get those nice UV rays which will make u dark and sexy.
Reply:i go outside and tan for about 10 minutes a day, it really works and its not over doing it
Reply:Loreal makes a lotion called sublime glow. It brings out the natural melanin (color) in your skin, and also acts as a moisturizer. There are different levels from a vague tan, to bronze.
Reply:well most people would say try johnsons fake tan. but trust me, dont! lol.

Dove's fake tan works 10 times better and leaves you with a really nice glowy tan, instead of a blochy one like johnsons.

Id recomend dove fake tan anyday

hope this helps

xx
Reply:I suggest sitting in the sun for a little while every day. Nolonger than 45 minutes shoud have you looking good in a couple weeks with minimal damage. Good luck.
Reply:neutragina self tanning spray works really well.
Reply:Mystic tanning is great..nice even tan!
Reply:Use Native Natural suntan lotion (2 SPF) and lay in the sun. Native Natural suntan lotion is natural and unharmful.
Reply:Mystic Tan is your best bet...

It may cost more than your self tanners, but it speaks for itself!

Where can i find some male tanning wear? a little like a speedo or briefs that allows a tan beneath the cloth?

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back in 1995-96 a company came up with the sunless or tanless bikini for men and women. i actually saw the meterial and it appeared to be almost see thru similiar to mesh, but still allowed you to get this great tan. i can't seem to recall the name, it was a great idea! and i passed up the chance to purchase a tiny pair, if anyone knows the name or where i can find a pair for the summer. email me.

Where can i find some male tanning wear? a little like a speedo or briefs that allows a tan beneath the cloth?
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Reply:dont know
Reply:Big 5
Reply:My memory is not factually based,I too remember these outfits and I think it turned out that they were not to be as they described ,in other words it didnt work
Reply:In some gay clothing store.

paper bush

Does tanning in a tanning bed help improve your mood?

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I own a tanning shop :)

It does make you feel good for a small amount of time, but prolonged exposion can give you headaches

Does tanning in a tanning bed help improve your mood?
no. not at all. if it does, then it is just in your head. it just makes you have wrinkles when you're 20.
Reply:actually, it hasnt been tested at all, but i have had a mood change after tanning. I would always be stressed out...and then i got to the tanning bed and the stress just rolls away. It might be becuase your laying down and listening to music that relaxes you, but i personally feel better after tanning...
Reply:No it doesn't improve your mood but it does give you wrinkles though:(
Reply:I'm not an advocate for tanning but in the dead of winter my skin gets so dry and flaky that I found going just once or twice made my skin better and yes my mood did improve...it was so bone warming...like a little vacation from the -20 weather
Reply:It does improve my mood. I find it relaxing. Plus i love a good tan.
Reply:It totally does, you can call a doctor or a therapist and they will agree, it is recommended even for post partum depression and just for winter blues. It is a real kind of therapy and it works! I had to go somewhere cold a few months ago and i was like, oh man, it is so depressing here! I bought some tanning minutes when I was out of town to make it seem less bogged down and yucky. As soon as i got in that bed, I could feel my soul recharging a little bit. When I finally got home, I was like-yea-it is happy here! And sunny! I love it like so much!
Reply:well mkaing your skin look healthier and what not can make you feel better, and usually it helps you just relax, so possibly.
Reply:Actually this has been tested. And yes, tanning is proven to improve your mood. In Alaska, during that time of year when it always dark, the people use artificial lighting so they won't go nuts. So yeah it helps.
Reply:Yes it does. Makes you feel good! The real sun makes you feel good too. This is true.
Reply:It makes me feel better. I live in Maine and the winters can be a bit dreary. I go 1 or 2 a week, 10 minutes max.

Maybe its the boost to my complexion that I like.
Reply:No. It just blinds you, gives wrinkles, and you get skin cancer. Any more questions?

How can I get a better tan at the tanning bed?

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I have been going about three times a week for the past 4 weeks and I am not seeing much a of change. I am somewhat darker complected already but my prom is in a month and I want to look really good in my lime green dress. I use a bronzer lotion when I tan. Does anyone know what I can do or a different kind of lotion I should use to make me darker?

How can I get a better tan at the tanning bed?
I have noticed that anytime that I tan I need the more oily lotions. And a lot of times the more expensive tanning lotions aren't all they are cracked up to be. The BEST time to tan is after a workout. Your pores are open then.
Reply:If your already using a bronzer then maybe you should tan more often(like everyday once a day) just until you get as dark as you wanna get.
Reply:the bulbs might need changed.

apply the tanning lotion right out of the shower and again at the salon. moisturized skin tans more easily. is the bronzer lotion for tanning bed use? if not try one for tanning bed use.

exfoliate well in the shower then after you get out apply tanning lotion - and again when you get undressed to get into the bed.

take care.
Reply:well one thing i need to know to answer this question is how long have you been getting in?..........................if i was you i would get in for at least 20 minutes that is how long i get in.....another thing that helps is to get in a tanning bed with good bulbs.the tanning bed that i get in has fifteen minute bulbs and i have only been about 5 times and i am seeing great results.another good thing is twisted bulbs i have never been in a tanning bed that has twisted bulbs but A friend of mine get in one and she is pretty dark.you might also want to try to use a different lotion, and when you get out of the tanning bed put baby lotion on your skin and it keeps you from peeling and helps your skin stay healthy.
Reply:Tingle Lotions Will Make You Tan Quicker. They Bring All The Red Blood Cells To The Top Of The Skin Making Your Body Easier To Tan. You Should Also Use A Super Bed At Least A Few Times A Week.

Is the "tingle" tanning bed lotion dangerous?

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My legs are very hard to tan, but I was reading that the thing to use for that is the "tingle" lotion. Has anybody used this, does it work, and is it dangerous?

Is the "tingle" tanning bed lotion dangerous?
No its perfectly fine.

"Premium tanning products can be formulated with TINGLE to aid in the process of tanning. Tingle tanning lotions and sprays contain high concentrations of natural vitamins and botanical oils that stimulate the skin’s microcirculation by bringing blood closer to the surface of the skin. By stimulating the skin with Tingle, the blood along with melanin is forced to the surface. This can aid in the tanning process and may get you through your tanning plateau. It is best to start with lower levels of Tingle in your tanning supplies. As you progress, working up to higher levels of Tingle tanning power, it is recommended that you start using tanning lotions with a low Tingle power so your body becomes accustomed to the stimulation. As your body adjusts over several tanning sessions, you may gradually work to higher levels. "

Whatever you read otherwise is nonsense. Over time your body may become accustomed to the tingle but it wont hurt you.
Reply:Ask the people at the tanning place.

I'm sure they know better then we do and would be happy to answer your questions. :]
Reply:I doubt the lotion is dangerous, but you are already setting yourself up for getting cancer by going to a tanning bed so what's one more factor.
Reply:It's not dangerous. It just feels "hot" - I personally don't like it... There are different degrees of "tingle factor", so check into it. There are also lotions w/ a cooling factor...much nicer...

Here is a clip from Wikepedia:

Tingle is the de facto standard description for indoor tanning lotions that contain ingredients that increase blood flow at the skin level. This is because the ingredients cause the wearer to experience a tingling sensation (of varying degree). The science behind the concept is more theory than proof, but it is usually accomplished using irritants or chemicals that cause a reddening sensation, flushing the user's skin.

People react differently to the ingredients, and one lotion that has no tingle effect on one person may cause mild pain in another. This is why it is impossible to create a system of rating tingle that is objective. Some companies do offer ratings that offer some guidance to the consumer, but it is not standardized. Most companies produce lotions with and without ingredients that tingle, as many do not prefer this method of tan enhancement or find it uncomfortable.
Reply:i don't think its dangerous but i think it feels funny after your done tanning - -kind of cold and makes you want to wash it off
Reply:No the tingle lotion is not dangerous. Tanning itself is dangerous but the lotion is not. I go tanning and have legs which are also hard to tan and I have gotten fabulos results from Swedish Beauty Unforgiven tanning lotion which has bronzers and a T40 tingle. It works great. Some people don't like the tingle feeling though as it does make you really hot and feel like your burning then you stay red for about a hour after you leave the salon so I would reccomend using a packet before buying a bottle, to make sure you don't mind the feeling.
Reply:tingle lotion is not dangerous but it also depends on your skin. you should try it buy just putting a small amount on your arm and see how your skin reacts if you have sensitive skin then i suggest something else.. for a sec rout you could try and use triple bronzers for your legs.. in then they have extra color to help tan hard to tan areas. i had to use that on my face and it worked wonders.....
Reply:yeah, the tingle lotions are definitely the best if u wanna get super dark!!! i`ve used these exclusively for about 5+ years %26amp; would never consider using anything else, even for outdoor tanning!!! they do make your skin super-hot (because they contain various ingredients to increase blood circulation), and some people find the warming sensation uncomfortable...it`s possible also that you may find yourself allergic to one or more of the ingredients (especially if you have sensitive skin)...people have been known to break out in hives, etc....so i would suggest taking a small amount %26amp; doing a "patch" test on a small area of your leg before you go to tan, %26amp; see how your skin reacts in that area...i don`t personally think the tingle lotions are "dangerous", but they are for serious, experienced tanners!!!
Reply:The reason that your legs are hardest to tan is because they are furthest away from your heart. I worked at a tanning salon and we recommended that only advanced tanners(with a good base) use tingle. Some people like it and some people hate it. In my own experience, i loved it. if your not sure, try a sample of it on a small area then you will know what to expect, just be sure to not put it on your face. Be prepared to itch and your skin will be red because a tingle brings the blood to the surface of the skin. Also, keep moisturized before and after you tan and don't shower for a hour after if you use lotion.

Also look at the different tingles, they each have different tingle factors in them ranging from a T3 to T50

When tanning in a tanning bed what to do when developing a rash?

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get out

daphne

Spray tan vs. tanning bed. Which do you prefer and why?

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Spray tans can look fake and ruin sheets and clothing. Remember the orange Charlize Theron when she won her Oscar?

Beds can be harmful, but as long as you don't burn and see a dermatologist regularly, they can indeed be beneficial.

Ever wonder why skin cancer rates are up when we're all going nuts using sunscreen daily? Or using self tanners and staying out of the sun, yet the stats on skin cancer still go up?

Ever think that maybe the chemicals you put on your skin are being absorbed into your body? Nicotine and birth control patches are absorbed - clearly, anything that you use on your skin goes into your body.

I maintain a light tan with tanning beds. I don't go long enough to burn and use a 35spf powder sunblock when in the sun (by a company called Colorescience) so I never burn even though I am Polish/English/Danish, blonde with brown eyes and really don't burn easily.

I believe maintaining color, whether by the sun or tanning beds, NEVER burning is the best defense, along with a close relationship with a good derm. Tanning, either natural or sunbeds, also helps in absorbtion of calcium by helping your body process vitamin D. Tanning beds also helped an uncle's psoriasis and for acne, well, derms DO use sunlamps and charge you a copay for the honor, don't they? And that works.

Just wait, something will soon come out regarding sunblock lotions and/or the chemicals in self tanners being more harmful than even a bad sunburn.

My rant for the day. I'm sure I'll get a ton of thumbs down ratings for my unpopular opinion but it all makes sense if you think about it.

Plus, this question isn't posted in the "Health" category. It's "Beauty". So aesthetically speaking, a real tan is certainly best.

Spray tan vs. tanning bed. Which do you prefer and why?
Tanning bed

It doesnt look so fake
Reply:They both have there pros %26amp; cons. I like the Tanning bed look alot better but Spray tan is Definitely better on my skin!
Reply:tanning bad spray tan makes you go orange and look stupid
Reply:Spray. Tanning beds can cause health problems and will make your life misserable in the long run. Spray tans are healthy and safe, but you have to make sure you don't miss a spot!
Reply:Spray tan looks soo fake, and comes off easily. And alot of times, isnt applied correctly and doesnt look even.

Tanning beds are better, but they cause cancer.

So i prefer neither. Besides, i'm a latina, so i have a natural tan.
Reply:I like spray tans. I don't want to have skin cancer or leathery skin from a dumb tanning bed.
Reply:Definatly spray tans, tanning beds are too dangerous, risk of skin cancer and premature aging.
Reply:Tanning beds look better but is very bad and can cause cancer.. Spray tans aren't the best things but better for your body.
Reply:they both look fake and out of fashion. seriously. plus the bed gives you cancer.
Reply:Tanning bed...the sprays looks fake besides the fact that I noticed it rubbed off rather quickly
Reply:Spray and creams...Beats worrying about skin cancer!
Reply:Tanning bed. Lasts forever, and takes longer to wear off. Also, does not leave splotches like the spray tan does.
Reply:i will go for spray because i saw a documentary in which they told that tanning beds r not good for health and they can also cause cancer.
Reply:personally, i just soak up the sun, but not too much, and i have a totally awesome tan! but spray is actually safer, so i would use that if i had to.
Reply:i have been tanning not for over 3 years and i hate the spray tans. first of all it could come off on your face and your face will look all blotchy. if u are really white than the spray tan will prolly make u look orange anywayz. i say get in a bed and tan...it is sooo relaxing anywayz...and it gives u some time to yourself!!!
Reply:tanning bed. i have oily skin, so when its winter and not sunny my skin is dull and i get spots, so if i have a spray tan, i just look dull and spotty and orange. whereas when i use a bed it makes me look tanned and gets rid of the spots and dullness.
Reply:spray tan!!!!! more safer that tanning bed. havn't u heard of that girl who got a scar from a tanning bed???????? spray tan is like sooooo much convenient too.

Indoor tanning lotions: Are the ones at the stores as good as the ones they sell at the tanning salons?

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Yes, I have tried Hawaiian Tropic T- 2 Max Indoor Deep Tanning Salon Lotion and it works great! It was under $8.00 and I found it at Wal-Mart. You can also put it on before going out in the sun. I love it! Try it!!!

Indoor tanning lotions: Are the ones at the stores as good as the ones they sell at the tanning salons?
They all make you streaky and orange over time. I dont know who these self tanning companies think they're fooling but i have tried everything form nuetrogena to dove to estee lauder and they all make you odd tints over time depending on where you sweat. yeah gross. i know but it's true.

How to prevent Tanning?

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i have an outside job, and im starting to get a farmers tan, is there any kind of sunblock that will prevent this from happening?

How to prevent Tanning?
Use that Aveeno continuance sunblock it is suppose to stay on for a long time unlike other sunblocks that you have to put on every 80 minutes. The higher the number the better it is.
Reply:get sunblock that has a realllllly high SPF: like 55 or something. it will keep like, ALL the sun off of you
Reply:No. Even with a sunscreen on, you will still get a bit of a suntan. Just be sure not to use anything over a SPF 35, because at that point, there are no more protecting agents, just more oils that go into your skin.
Reply:Not really...just take off your shirt once in awhile or, go tanning a few times to get rid of the lines. Good luck!
Reply:Neutrogena just introduced an SPF 70. No matter how strong your sunblock is, though, if you work outside you'll have to reapply it every 1 1/2-2 hours (you'll sweat it off). Also, you have to apply it before you get dressed; clothing can interfere with application. Always apply it twice before going outside initially, then 'retouch' it while you're outside.

Don't just rely on sunblock, though: wear a wide-brimmed hat when you can and dark, heavy clothing to block out as much radiation as possible. Studies have shown that light weight clothing in pale colors allows more radiation to pass through than dark-dyed, heavy clothes like jeans and wool.
Reply:really, its all in the food you eat....you need more dark red fruit (cherries, pomegranates) and cocoa and green tea have all been proven to boost your body's own natural sun protection ability. a great sunscreen is Aubrey's organic green tea sunblock..you should reapply it about every 4 hrs if you don't want any colour at all.
Reply:There is really no way to prevent tanning. Tanning is your body's way of protecting you from the damage of the sun. When you get a tan, what is happening is the melanocytes in your skin are producing melanin pigment in reaction to ultraviolet light in sunlight. UV light stimulates melanin production. The pigment has the effect of absorbing the UV radiation in sunlight, so it protects the cells from UV damage. Melanin production takes a fair amount of time -- that is why most people cannot get a tan in one day. You have to expose yourself to UV light for a short period of time to activate the melanocytes. They produce melanin over the course of hours. By repeating this process over 5 to 7 days pigment builds up in your cells to a level that is protective. So really the only way to stop your farmer's tan is to wear clothes that cover more of your skin. It is still VERY important to use a sunscreen with a high SPF and broad spectrum UVA and UVB protection to help aid in the protection of your skin.
Reply:hhaah my sister has to work at an outdoor camp and has the most awful farmers tan. theres nothing you can really do except slather on gallons of sunscreen.
Reply:I know it might be hot to wear a long sleeve shirt, but my brother does, when he is working out side all day. He also wears a SPF 55. Make sure you put lots of sun screen on and reapply through out the day. Try wearing a hat, as well. The sun will damage your face. Put lots of sun screen on your face too, as the sun will speed up the wrinkle process and give you dark spots on your face, called sun spots or hyperpigmentation. Always reapply through out the day. The higher SPF 55,only means you could stay in the sun as much as 55 minutes,then reapply. SPF 15 means you have fifteen min. with protection and so on. You should also wear sun screen through out the year. Make sure the sun screen you purchase has a UVA and UVB protection. You should go through a bottle of sun screen in one week, if you are using it correctly.

What tanning lotions,oils work best for a natural tan?

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Is the "tingle" tanning bed lotion dangerous?

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When tanning in a tanning bed what to do when developing a rash?

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get out

How to prevent Tanning?

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Should I get a spray-on tan? I am afraid of tanning......?

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plus I've heard that people have looked orange after a botched tan.......

eew!

Should I get a spray-on tan? I am afraid of tanning......?
If you really do want a tan, spray-on is definitely the safest way and the most reversible if you're not happy with it.
Reply:I've heard that spray on tans are actually quite good.
Reply:Yes; and it may reduce your chances of developing certain types of skin carcinomas from too much tanning.....
Reply:what's wrong with your skin the way it is?

lady slipper

Can tanning in a tanning salon make you have genital herpes flare up?

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It can make any form of herpes flare up. Whether it be genital or the kind that one might get on their face.

My friend gets them when she lays out sometimes.

Id say get yourself on some Lysine just to boost your immune system up, or if youre not already, or what have you..get on something.

Which is better? Tanning outside for hours every week or going in the booth ONCE for 10 minutes?

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I am really pale. To get the same amount of tan that I would get in 10 minutes of a booth, I'd have to lay out every day at 12 for an hour on each side for like, a week or so, but which one is better?

Which is better? Tanning outside for hours every week or going in the booth ONCE for 10 minutes?
I am personally a very dark complected person, but, laying out in the sun for about 20 to 30 minutes every day is alot healther, tan beds can get too hot and give you cancer. be sure (if you r pale) to put on sun block or sun screen, about every 10 to 15 minutes! a even better way, heathy wise but may not look as good/natural. Is a short spray tan. But still, laying out in the sun is a lot faster, and healthier! be sure to be in a little its bitxy shade spot on your really white and pale parts, becaus pale ppl get burnt easily. It may sound nasty, but to have no tan line, lay out naked. it will not give you a funny looking tan line!
Reply:sun light i go in the sun every summer and i allway's get a even tan.
Reply:For a really pale person, not tanning at all is safest. I understand your pain, I really do - I would have to be outdoors for hours to tan, and it still wouldn't do me much good, thanks to a red-haired mom and grandmom ;-) Having a tan is not a good idea for those of us who are so pale; I'd strongly suggest getting a spray-on formulation, rather than exposing your skin to either of the options you mentioned. The fact that you have very little pigment means that you are more vulnerable than most to the rays that cause tanning; it's not worth skin cancer to darken a little - and I know about THAT, too, because my father has had it.
Reply:The only safe way to tan is the fake kind. If you choose to use a tanning bed or normally sunbathing, then wear sunscreen. Make sure that it is protection from both UVA and UVB rays, so that you help to protect yourself against skin cancer and wrinkles. Also, make sure to apply it 30 minutes BEFORE you get in the sun, and remember to reapply it.

Is it safe to tan in a tanning bed or use self-tanning products while pregnant?

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During first trimester....

Is it safe to tan in a tanning bed or use self-tanning products while pregnant?
while i use tanning beds...they aren't safe to use while pregnate, excessive UV rays can do damage, especially being in such a small confined space. I really dont see where the spray on/lotion tanners would be a problem at all. If there is any sort of risk, it will be notated on the side of the bottle.
Reply:its not safe to use tanning beds PERIOD.
Reply:Tanning beds are not safe, overall.

Tanning beds are definitely not recommended during pregnancy, and sunless tanners have not been researched very extensively, so the jury is out there. Probably not worth the risk, especially in the first trimester.
Reply:Why would you want to?

You're pregnant.. the days of being hot hot hot are over for a little while.
Reply:I have no idea about the self-tanners. I doubt much research has been done in that area. Call your OB and ask. My gut instinct is that they are OK, but if you want to be safer than safe, avoid all unnecessary cosmetic stuff while pregnant. I did not consider covering my prematurely grey hair unnecessary. I was only 25! I was already huge (I lost all of the weight and then some after my kids were born), and I did not want to look 20 years older than I actually am! I did shy away from acne meds with salycidic (sp?) acid, as that is the same as asprin, and I was worried about absorbtion through the skin. First pregnancy; no hair color, nail polish, or coffee. Second pregnancy (with a more moderate OB/GYN): infrequent hair color, nail polish without toluene and formaldehyde, and one cup of coffee each morning (I had a toddler to keep up with, and I was practically comatose in the mornings).

As far as a tanning bed, that is NEVER safe for you, but I doubt it would be dangerous for your baby.

All natural skin colors are beautiful. If you are a woman with rich, espresso colored skin, that is gorgeous. If you are a fair Black Irish gal like me, that is also gorgeous.

You can always use a powdered bronzer on your face if you feel palid. Personally, I get ticked off when my face and arms darken while I am at the park (using SPF 50) with my kiddos. Not becasue I don't like dark skin, but becasue then, my tummy and legs don't seem to match the top half of my body :) I look like a weird paper doll who is normal on the top half, and a vampire on the bottom half!

As far as not being hot hot hot during pregnancy...my hubby couldn't keep his paws off of me while I was pregnant the second time. I took care of my looks and was the kind of woman who didn't look pregnant from the back. I wore nice (inexpensive) clothes, and paid attention to my hair and makeup. I looked better then than I do now, with two small children! About a year after both of my children were born, I was back to my normal size (a 4). Just breastfeeding and walking, along with a sensible diet. Yes, my boobs are droopier after brithing 2 kids in 22 months, but other than that, and several years of age, I am as good-looking as I was before having children. Motherhood does not mean you have to look frumpy!
Reply:very dangerous, pregnant or not!! i heard they are worse than being in the sun
Reply:Why not just put yourself into a microwave?

Common sense tells me this would be a bad idea.
Reply:Well I am a mother of 3 and pregnant agin, and I would say NO to the tanning bed. OB Drs tell you not to take hot baths or showers, so I really dont think that being in a tanning bed is very smart. I cant stand the heat and it makes me sick even being in it. I guess it is your baby, so all I can is I guess do whatever you want.
Reply:I asked my doctor when I was pregnant, and he said that it was OK to use self tanners. I just used it on my legs, so I didn't look like a ghost!! Hope this helps!!

Good Luck!
Reply:no do not use a tanning bed....its like cooking your baby. But the tanning oils will be fine.

Is tanning in a tanning bed really that bad for you?

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My daughters and I all enjoy tanning beds with no harm coming to any of us

Is tanning in a tanning bed really that bad for you?
A tanning bed uses different UV rays than you get from the sun. The sun will cause more damage, but a tanning bed is almost as bad. You won't know you've even gotten any type of skin damage until years later. Then it's too late.
Reply:I don't think so but don't do it a lot like some people.

dendrobium

Does a normal black light cause tanning?

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i know that ultraviolet light (UVA 315-400 mm wavelength) aka blacklight, causes melanin to be built up, causing a suntan tan. does a regular blacklight that makes light colored objects glow give you a tan?

Does a normal black light cause tanning?
Most likely, yes. Black lights and tanning lights (fluorescent tubes) are similar in that they use a mercury discharge to generate ultraviolet light. In a standard fluorescent tube used for lighting, the inside of the tube is lined with a mineral powder that fluoresces when hit by ultraviolet light and glows with visible light. There is still some UV light that makes it through, and I have a lamp with one of the earlier screw-in fluorescent substitutes that uses a circular tube. The lamp shade has been destroyed by the small amount of UV light coming through over the years. This is likely to emerge as an issue if incandescent bulbs are banned, especially when illuminating artwork. Tanning tubes allow more UV light through, and I'd imagine blacklight tubes let the most UV light through of all.

Self tanning lotion?!? and FACE self tan lotion?

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whats a good brand??

something that turns u brown NOT orange!?

Self tanning lotion?!? and FACE self tan lotion?
If you are willing to spend a little more money (approx. $20, maybe more :/), then Mystic Tan is probably the best color and lasts the longest.

If you want to spend a lot less money and stay in, try using Jergens natural glow.
Reply:I like Jergens..but my advice would be to go a shade lighter than you think you need. When ppl go too dark..its b/c they choose a shade thats too dark for their skin. AND Jergens now has lotion for face and body! Try it!
Reply:I had bad experience with lotions, go get tan in tan-studios ore catch some sun, -lotions no no!!!
Reply:I use Jergens daily moisturizing lotion, it really works, in like 5 days your already c a subtle development of color.
Reply:For all information and details about tanning please check out http://use-tanning.blogspot.com/

Self tan lotion or tanning bed?

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Tanning is tacky, tanned skin is a dated look. Pale is in. If you want to wrinkle prematurely and look like a wrinkled cougar by the time you hit 30 than get in a tanning bed. If not, cover up, wear sunscreen and be nice to your skin.

Self tan lotion or tanning bed?
tanning bed.
Reply:If you really feel that you need to have color opt for the self tanning stuff. I can tell you from my own personal experience that even the mildest form of melanoma is not fun.
Reply:Self-tan spray....Neutrogena has a great one. I spent many years in the tanning bed when I was younger and my skin has the appearance of being that of a long time smoker. Gotta go with the spray!
Reply:Tanning bed...the one I use is a "megabed", has air conditioning, ionizer, aromatheraphy, I started out at 3 minutes, worked up to 10 minutes max and after 9 sessions, I have a beautiful tan. I've used those self tanning lotions in the past and all of them streaked.
Reply:using a tanning bed in your 20s or younger even just once will put you at a 75% risk for a melanoma which could become cancer. tanning beds are not worth the risk. self tanner is the way to go. i use the dove energy glow moisturizer which builds up to a nice tan. also, spray on tans are good, but i find the lotion easier to use.
Reply:tanning bed
Reply:If you burn easily from the sun, tanning beds aren't a good idea. I would try a sunless tan from a tanning salon or spa. Mystic tan is a good one and so is Hollywood tan. You basically stand in a booth and get sprayed in 10 second intervals from head to toe. The color lasts for 7-10 days.

I wouldn't go too dark though because you can look orange.

Or I would try Jergens Healthy Glow. It's a lotion with sunless tanner in it that slowly colors the skin over a week or so period. They have it for your face too.
Reply:Tanning bed, if you don't mind the risks.
Reply:Neither.

Best Gradual Self Tanning Moisturizer???

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I've used Dove Energy Glow, and it makes me look a bit orange...and i used the right shade..for fair skin.

I've used Loreal Sublime Bronze for a long time..and it gave me great color but smelled gross and felt icky.

So what other gradual self tanner can i use?

I'm thinking about Jergens Natural Glow...I've heard great things about it.

Best Gradual Self Tanning Moisturizer???
Jergens works pretty well but you really need to make sure you get an even all over coat or else you get spots of white and spots of orange and its not pretty and you need to wash it off your hands too
Reply:jergens works well! so does olay touch of sun.
Reply:i use Jergens and I like it. good color.
Reply:I use Banana Boat EveryDay Glow. It doesn't make me look orange at all! :-)
Reply:Use Jergens it works well!!!

broadleaf

Mystic Tan or tanning booth??

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Mystic Tan makes you look nasty. Tanning booths ruin your skin. Don't artificially tan.

Mystic Tan or tanning booth??
Mystic Tan... tanning booths do not protect you against skin cancer.

What is the best kind of tanning spray??

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i want to get a tan and don't say it's not healthy or something just don't say ANYTHING unless its about what is the best brand. i would definetly prefer spray and i just want to know which is the best kind of bronzer/tan in a can. =]

What is the best kind of tanning spray??
well i used loreal sublime glow...it worked pretty well and i think that spray gives you a good tan bc its pretty even and your hands arent orange!! lol but the thing is you might look a little orange.. but really i had a good tan %26amp; just a few orange spots
Reply:banana boat!!

you can control the tan AND you can spray it literally anywhere
Reply:I've tried many, many products and the one I find best is Loreal sublime bronze tinted self-tanning lotion. I would not suggest sprays ( more drying too the skin)
Reply:i use bath and body works bronzers they have alot of different kinds of bronzers and tanners . they sprays lotions creams. so try that out i use there spray solar power. it doesn't leave any tanning lines or any thing
Reply:http://sofrugalicious.blogspot.com/2007/...

Does tanning in a tanning bed "cook" a females eggs?

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I know you cant believe everything you read, but I read this in a magazine. Does this have any truth to it?

Does tanning in a tanning bed "cook" a females eggs?
Tanning beds are Ultraviolet radiation, to cook our eggs would require microwave radiation. The two have vastly differant frequencies.
Reply:..I doubt it. Althought I've never used a tanning bad and i'm sort of against them, because it doesn't give that natural tan, ya' know? But if that were true, wouldn't it also be true that lying in the sun for a few hours could also 'cook' a female's eggs. Yeah?

Not too sure, but im guessing its not true.

Never heard that one before!

take care,

xx
Reply:I sure hope not. Maybe if you stay in a tanning bed for a really long time but I doubt it.
Reply:I wouldnt think so but y not get out of the tanning bed and do it naturally because tanning beds are also known as Cancer in a box and if u like paying for cancer then well go right ahead
Reply:I never heard of that. Probably not true or there'd be law suits coming out of the tanning salon's butts.
Reply:No. No more than laying out in the sun on a beach would. I know many woman who practically live in tanning booths year round who have had children. They all look like leather handbags now (in their 30's and 40's), so the only thing they're cooking is their selves.
Reply:Not true. :)
Reply:I think if we take the time to answer these questions we could take the time to find out what a "fact" is verses an "opinion" right? I think if we know the answer , then great if we do not know then we really should nt be giving our opinions unless someone has asked for them.

Anyone got any tips for the tanning bed?

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i went today for ten mins, i usualy burn the first couple of times, but i get color quick, but i want to be really tan. and i wanted to see if anyone had tips to get my whole body and face tan! thanks

Anyone got any tips for the tanning bed?
go once a week or every other week. they try to tell you to go like 3 times you'll end up looking weird. gradually start using a stronger bed. once a month do a stand up tan with your arms up to tan underneath your arms where you can't normally tan while laying down. definitely use the lotions they have there, it really helps the color stay. and when you're done applying the lotion wash in between your fingers where the lotion gets caught it'll end up turning it darker after a while. once every like 5 weeks do an extra tan just for your face
Reply:Tanning beds are becoming increasingly popular. When i was working in a beauty salon we wouldnt let anyone use a bed for more then 10 minutes a week because the customers were exposing themselves to skin cancer causing light. As well as the fact that the rays age your skin. Use it too much and by the time you are 50 you will look 75 the damage to the skin is irreversible
Reply:Mystic Tan...you can get such a deep, dark, rich tan with Mystic and looks way better then a bed/booth will ever make you look. The bed will just make you look old and give you skin cancer.

Also, they won't allow you to go twice in one day, well the place I used to go to didnt, and if they do they're not running the place properly. Remember your skin needs time to regenerate.

I know what its like to look in the mirror after getting a tan and absolutely loving it, but the risks out weigh the benefits.

Please I beg you, don't go overboard and end up giving yourself skin cancer.

Try Mystic Tan or even self tanners...you can look beautiful without putting yourself in danger.

Take care and stay safe!

~ Alli
Reply:You can go twice in one day, just don't do that all the time! I just started tanning earlier this week. I'm super white and it usually takes me a month or so to get to my base color. Make sure you go as often as you can or every other day until you've achieved your desired color. Try using quality lotions, Breeze makes a great product. Avoid using products with bronzers, they only stain your skin and you end up looking kinda fake and have that annoying self-tanner smell. Lotions with tingle always speed up the process too. Hope I helped:)
Reply:it causes cancer.
Reply:make sure you get one of those playboy bunnies there cool .

don't forget to moisturize because most if not all the people that go to booths look like old leather.
Reply:no. they wont let you, its usually a 24hour period until u can go again. if u burn, do the lowest power bed at a really low time.
Reply:First, its not good to burn to get darker. Try a body tanning lotion, and add a facial tanning lotion. Also you usually cant go twice in one day, and its unhealthy to go every day, try every other day. The key to a great tan is moderation. I know i tan at Palm Beach Mega Tan and they greatly watch for burning, and also dont allow members to tan more than once a day at any location. Go somewhere where there are a variety of types of beds, the stronger the bed, the more they cut the minutes down. Ask a salon for more information on tanning darker and ask them to recommend some lotions for you!
Reply:Tanning Can cause Skin Cancer.

night jasmine

I tan in the tanning bed and plan on stopping after a few weeks? is this really bad for me?

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A family friend who only went tanning for a week was just diagnosed with life-threatening cancer caused from the bed. She has to go through extensive chemotherapy and treatments, and she still has a short life expactancy. I went tanning for a week or so before I knew about her, but I haven't been since. It's a waste of money - not only does it kill you and it horrible for your skin later on in life [wrinkles], your tan doesn't stay for that long.

I tan in the tanning bed and plan on stopping after a few weeks? is this really bad for me?
Yes as it puts you at great risk for skin cancer. Skin cancer doesn't care if you are 15 or 95.
Reply:yes, melanoma, wrinkles, sound familiar
Reply:Yes it is, your chance for getting melanoma is increased by 75%.
Reply:Yes. You can get skin cancer. Take my advice and don't do it.
Reply:bad for you, but good for the rest of us who dont have to look at your pasty white azz
Reply:Tanning or stopping??? Tanning is one of the worst or probably the worst things women do to their skin.
Reply:Tanning beds are pretty bad for you but I do it if I'm going somewhere sunny because if I already have a tan I'm less likely to burn. They definitely give you wrinkles though, which is the least dangerous of what they can cause.
Reply:Well yes and no. Yes depends on how many times you tan. If you are young by tanning it will make you look really old fast. When you get like 40 you will be saggy. and No because you might need it.
Reply:You've heard how you can get skin cancer if you expose yourself too much to the sun? you may look good for a bit but you will wrinkle earlier, you can get ugly spots on your face, melanomas. Well bed tanning is worse. Avoid it like the plague. I've heard you can be sprayed with something that makes you look like you have a tan. You ought to find out about that.
Reply:The side affects from tanning is the possibility of changing skin cells that will lead to skin cancer. It is not worth it, if in the end you have to start having skin cancer removed from your body. I worked in a dermatology clinic and twice a week assisted with skin cancer surgeries. Buy tanning pills, GNC sells them

Does Victoria Beckham (Posh Spice) use tanning beds or sunless tanner?

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I think she has a great looking tan compared to other celebrities.

Does Victoria Beckham (Posh Spice) use tanning beds or sunless tanner?
i would assume sunless tanning.. since her skin still looks great.. and she can afford it.. unless she does the cocktail which includes using a bed...

but my guess is sunless..
Reply:Why does it matter?
Reply:She uses an Easy Bake oven. Wait until she reaches her late 30's early 40's and she has skin that looks like an alligator handbag.
Reply:Wait, she's under the tanning bed now...so I would say she uses a bed.....But don't quote me on that cause it could be someone else that looks just like her.....I would have to say I don't know...

Im a self tanning virgin....Help!?

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Whats the best self tan you can get on the high street? I'd like a light, non streaky one, reasonably priced.

%26amp; how do you apply it to your back

%26amp; not make your bed linen go brown..?!!

Ta

Im a self tanning virgin....Help!?
jergens natural glow works pretty well.

most important rule: rub the self tanning lotion in ALL THE WAY. make sure its all soaked it..otherwise you will have streaks, which is unnattractive..and if you apply too much in one area..u may turn out orange (ewww)
Reply:Congratulations!

There are not many virgins of any kind around now.

A quick dry version would be best.
Reply:just get a johsons,Loreal don't go over the top with price the cheaper ones are just as good,,get a bath sponge on put a dollop on it and just rub it in,i find its better this way it dos'nt seem to go streaky,sorry can't give u advice on your back thoe,,but if u find out how to do it,let me know.good luck.....exfoliate before u start putting it on,,
Reply:Ok if your doing it yourself the first thing to do is exfoliate. this will help you get an even colour. if you don't do this any patches of even slightly dry skin will appear darker. next use gloves or your hands and nails will get hella stained. then about 30 before you apply the product moisturize your skin with a light lotion(nothing too heavy) this will help whatever product you use to blend better when you put it on. after that it all depends on what product your using. Aveda has a good one called SUN SOURCE. but what ever you do BLENDING is the key make sure you spread it evenly, it might even help to have a friend come over to check the areas you cant reach. Good luck !!!!! and have fun with your glow.
Reply:Use St Tropez, better to get someone else to do your back to be honest. If you have rinsed the product off after 6-8 hours you shouldn't get any on yours sheets. I use it and make sure I put my old bed sheets on before I hop in.
Reply:get two-l'oreal and boots own brand do a spray for your back-i find the sprays a bit yuk for my other bodyparts,and if you can find "geltan" on boots.com it smells nice,looks natural especially on fair skin.or try the moisturisers with hint of selftan in them too they are very reasonably priced,is one called summer skin-johnsons and dove do one each.less likely to show mistakes as they are not dark at all.

wear disposable gloves-chemists sell them cheaply.

exfoliate really well for a few days,and moisturise too,

first time you try it mix it with moisturiser and do it a few hours before you go to bed -go easy on the amount you use.....

you can then build it up to the shade you like,keep exfoliating every other day,and moisturising ,and use baby wipes to tackle streaks.

most selftans give hints for their own one on the bottle

.your skin will be so soft!
Reply:book in2 a salon and get a spray tan
Reply:go to a tanning salon they can spray you it last for about 2 weeks
Reply:Piz Buin is good or Boots,having trouble applying it to my back, I got a long handled wooden kitchen spoon, wrapped a baby wipe round it held in place with a hair clasp,then applied the foam or cream with it. I found the foam product easier, dried quicker.
Reply:you can't reach your back?

hints to keep in mind:

no glycerine in your products

take a shower the day before tanning and shave everything that needs shaving. exfoliate well. use sugar mixed with your favorite liquid cleanser if you can't find a good one.

use moisturizer before tanning products.

if you are using a lotion tanner mix it with 1/2 lotion to apply.

apply extra moisturizer to elbows and knees and heels and fingertips.
Reply:ecotan qcuk.com

Any way to remove spray on tanning products?

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My 16 year old decided to do this without informing me, only so I could guide her as to how to... Now she gets up this morning with really bright orange/bronze hands, arms and feet. She is just sick and cannot go out anywhere. AND IT'S SUMMER. She is a very light complected girl with blond hair and desperately wants a tan. I just never wanted her to tan in a bed for safety reasons. Any help would be appreciated.

Sincerely,

Elaine

Any way to remove spray on tanning products?
i read in Seventeen magazine to Use Lemon Juice on the streaks or areas with the tanner and it should get it off
Reply:You go girl. I praise you for keeping her out of the tanning beds! Have you tried rubbing alcohol? They actually make self tanning remover now, you can get it at Walmart even. I guess they realized how many of us make these mistakes. Does she look like a OOMPA LUMPA, you know the orange guys off of Willy Wonka's Chocolate Factory? hehe just joking. Good luck and once again, way to go ! Stick with your gut on the tanning beds. I read an article in Cosmo or Glamour one just last month about an early 20's Miss America contestant that was diagnosed with skin cancer caused by years of tanning in t beds and has had to have numerous surgeries and has scars all over her now because of this. You are a good mom ! Kudos.
Reply:Believe it or not, it only takes a couple of days to wear off. I remember doing the same thing t myself, many years ago! I was 15 and my mom didn't bother to deal with makeup or tanning as long as I didn't walk around looking like a hooch. And who knows, even if you had helped, it could still have failed. just wait a couple of days and all will be well. She's still a smart cookie for not using a tanning bed.

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frangipni

What type of tanning bed should i use??

2009-11-16T01:02:00.002-08:00

there are like different kinds of names for all of them.

i've only done spray tan so I don really know wich ones are best or what kind or type/?.

What type of tanning bed should i use??
the names vary depending on the place. your best bet is to go into whichever one is one level down from their top bed. this way you don't burn but you still get a very effective tan. hope this helps.

Do you use sunblock when you tan in a tanning bed??

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some of my friends do and some of them dont, does it make a difference in your tan???

Do you use sunblock when you tan in a tanning bed??
If you want a tan, i would suggest NOT wearing a sunblock on your body, but still make sure you use a lip balm with SPF in it to protect your lips. The tanning lotions that we sell at our salon do not have sunblock, and I know most others don't. That way you get optimal tan results. Try using an accelerator lotion or a bronzing tanning lotion. If you don't want to spend the money at the salon, Walgreens/CVS or any drug store should carry indoor tanning lotion, but you really should wear some sort of lotion when you tan because dry skin reflects 70 percent of the UVA UVB rays.
Reply:Tanning in a tanning bed is the surest way of getting skin cancer.

If you really are so desperate to look baked use a sunblock.
Reply:idk my self but dont go in those my sis doesnt any more after she say final destnation 3 lol in the tanning bed eww lol
Reply:either way, you're asking for skin cancer

be careful what you wish for....you might get it....
Reply:use tanning lotion
Reply:no that is why you go to tanning beds
Reply:ummmm...you are in a tanning bed....tanning your skin. Sunblock blocks the tanning rays. What your friends are using is tan enhancers, not sunblock. What they are using are the opposite of sunblock.
Reply:I have stopped doing tanning beds, but when I was doing them, I wore number 30 sunblock. I would NEVER suggest a tanning bed, or laying in the sun to anyone. Skin cancer has been in my family for that very reason, and often you don't know you even have it. It can be in your scalp under your hair, it can be on the bottom of your feet, it can be in your pubes where you can't see it, etc. Don't do it. Your life is not worth being tan. I use self-tanning lotions now, and have gotten really good at applying them to where they look natural. Loreal Supreme Bronze is a good one.
Reply:I do not recommend tanning at a bed. However, if you feel it necessary and do not want to listen to the health warnings...then make sure you wear sunscreen! Your skin is highly exposed to UV lighting in the bed, so you will burn easily. The sunscreen will give you protection and you will still tan, but in increments. This way you are at least protecting your skin from continuous burning, which can result into skin cancer if you're not careful!
Reply:No. Tanning can give you skin cancer, so first of all, don't do it. But if you choose to, you won't get very good results if you use sunscreen in the tanning bed...
Reply:No the sunblock blocks the tanning bed rays and doesnt get you tan.If you use an spf 4 then thats not going to block the sun much so thats ok.You should use a lotion though.Not with a sunblock if you want a tan.I got my lotion from target.Its for tanning indoors and out and only 8$After you tan make sure to shower and then put on a moisturizing lotion speaking tanning drys your skin.
Reply:If you are considering using a tanning bed, read about tanning bed safety below.

Whats the best tanning lotions?

2009-11-16T01:02:00.000-08:00

I want to get drak tan this year so whats the best lotions

Whats the best tanning lotions?
depending what color tan your looking for. if you want a bronze one, use a lotion with bronzers in it. once you've been tanning for a while, i would recommend tingle lotions. they make you red for about 20 minutes after tanning, but tingle lotions will make you the darkest ever. use a low amount of tingle first, and then work your way up. they call it a tingle because it will make your body tingle, it's normal, and once the redness goes away, your skin will be the best tan ever!
Reply:For all information and details about tanning please check out http://use-tanning.blogspot.com/
Reply:I'm German and Irish and have fair skin but Ive noticed that anything with a bronzier in works really good and gets me really dark.

The tingle lotion works too but i would only use it if your just going home after. I used the tingle stuff and went grocery shopping afterwords and when i was checking out the cashier asked me if i was alright because i was beat red.

Plus your skin is on fire for a while and some people cant handle that.
Reply:Anything by Designer Skin or Matahari. If you want major bronzer/firming action try Australian Gold Almost Famous.

Would tan towel plus cause acne? ...its a self tanning pads...im 16?

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tantowel.com

Would tan towel plus cause acne? ...its a self tanning pads...im 16?
I am not familiar with the brand, but tanners do not clog pores, unless there is alot of oil in it... there are water based tanners out there.. and no matter what tanner you use, make sure you exfoliate first

bleeding heart

Sun Protection And Tanning?

2009-11-16T01:01:00.002-08:00

If you wear sun protection (SPF 15+), will you still get a tan?

Sun Protection And Tanning?
Yes you will still get a tan, however more sIowly. If you choose to tan, I would reccomend wearing at least SPF 15 that blocks both UVA and UVB rays, and applied thickly enough to make a difference. Even if you don't get a sunburn you can still develop skin cancer or melanoma from overexposure to the sun. Wear a hat with a brim and anti-UV sunglasses which can provide almost 100% protection against ultraviolet radiation entering the eyes.
Reply:Yea
Reply:no clue

I don't mess with that glop
Reply:Yes, I would recommend using SPF 30 and then go tanning. You will not tan as fast...but you wont burn!

White girls and tanning?

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Why do some of you white girls tan until you turn orange?

White girls and tanning?
Because they want to be who they can never be. The same reason why they use collagen injections in their lips and butts, the same reason why they get their hair done. They are only imitating a black woman who has all these features naturally.

However, what they don't realize is that it will come back to haunt them when they get older. Sure it looks good when they are young, but what happens to them when they get older. They end up with all kinds of cancer, most of which the black woman does not get.

Think about it the next time one of you white girls want to go out into the sun or to a tanning salon!!! Is it really worth it?
Reply:Orange is sexy
Reply:thats a good question.....tanning bed tans are so fake looking
Reply:Because men want them that way.

And of course, what men want, they gots (get).
Reply:you might find if its orange is rub on tan........i dont believe you can turn orange with natural sun
Reply:cuz they want there skin to look like they are 90 when they are 45
Reply:Maybe they would much rather get skin cancer from a machine instead of the sun
Reply:No clue.You'd think some people never heard of skin cancer.
Reply:(I am not white)

Maybe because it prettttttttttty...

Well no one wants to be orange,but maybe it hot....

I tan because i spend too much time in the sun

My older friends think it a solution to having a nice tan without wrinkles.
Reply:Because people usually don't know that they've gone too far with something- in this case, tanning, probably fake tanning if its orange - until it becomes very obvious.
Reply:because they admire that beautiful glow that oompa lompas have
Reply:whoa, I think I'm on the wrong question... ok , is this the one where you wanted to know bugs bunnies middle name? I think it's Frank. wait, white girls turning orange? HAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHA

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...HAHAHAHAHAHAHa... excuse me, *BURRRRRRRPPPP*. HAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHA

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Reply:If they are orange it is from self-tanners, not from tanning beds,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,Tanning beds will not turn you orange, but some lotions will........
Reply:I mean I'm not trying to be funny towards white people but lets get real I mean come on don't you think it's funny a Little that now white people are getting tans now but back in the day they hated people of color but the sad an funny thing about that is at NOW they want that natural glow we got.
Reply:so they can spend all there money later in life getting laser surgery to fix their skin that looks like leather

and do they really think it looks natural??
Reply:I've always wondered that too.

Maybe a tan implies affluence; "I have enough money to go to Hawaii and you don't."
Reply:Why should you care what color a person is? Its what's inside that counts.

Sunbedd stand up tanning?

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a freind said use a lofah prior? and also i bought a rreally good lotion from the tan salon, just worried they turn your skin ...streaky?

Sunbedd stand up tanning?
The loofah is good for removing the dry skin. If you got a good lotion from the salon, you shouldn't have to worry about the streaks. If you got a lotion with a lot of bronzers in it...It is possible I guess, but not as bad as the sunless tanners. I always use the lotions with a atingle...It makes you get dark fast! A lot of people say I'm crazy...they just can't handle it! I have noticed that more people use it now though...gl, and happy tanning;)
Reply:Only sunless tanners make you streaky. The lotion they sell there enhances your skin's tanning ability and the purpose of using a loofah is to exfoliate dead skin prior to your tan.
Reply:Use a tan enhancer you can buy them at tan shops and they are great plus they get you darker quicker.
Reply:Yes, a lofah will help to get your dry skin off because dry skin soaks up more color and you'll appear splotchy. And if it's a good quality lotion from the salon, it should be fine and not streaky at all.
Reply:They do. My mom did them like 5x last year and came out...well, not looking her best. heehee, but she got major-ly streaked. BUT-it could have been the bed she used. Different brands do different things, ya kno? What I do kno is that my mom looked...awful :/
Reply:The only problem is..if you have sensitive skin you could break out in a rash...Good Luck

Which is healthier? Tanning in the sun or the salon?

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If I tan in the sun i'm out there for about 2 hours but in the salon im in the bed for about 10-12 minutes. So which can be healthier?

Which is healthier? Tanning in the sun or the salon?
What you're really asking is a question of radiation.

The harmfull effects from both the sun and a tanning bed come from long term exposures on high energy radiations. They tan you, but they also hurt you.

The damage comes from when high energy radiation interacts with the atoms in a cell. It creates free electrons though what are called photo-electric interactions. These electrons are charged and thus damage surrounding atoms in the cell. Over time this can damage the cell and thus lead to cancer.

The factors that affect you are two things. How high of energy the raditation is, and how long you are in it.

Normal human exposure at sea level is around 300 mrem per year. Tanning increases this.

A tanning bed gives a much higher dose, hence why you tan faster in it. So in the end, neither is any better. A bed gives you a high acute dose, while the sun gives you a lower exposure, but staying in it longer has the same end result.
Reply:In the sun, but neither is very good for you, it causes wrinkles later in life
Reply:neither...tanning from a bottle is your best bet.
Reply:Probably the sun, if you wear sunscreen and things, but if you go to a salon they're using other stuff, and it could be harmful to your skin. I heard it causes cancer, from the waves. But I don't know for sure.
Reply:the sun
Reply:if you are in the salon you can get weird stuff on your skin like wort looking stuff but if you are outside i dont think much will happen
Reply:Neither one is healthy for you. But I say the tanning bed is worse for you. I know of someone who went too much and it fried her insides.
Reply:neither, but i would do the bed i guess
Reply:Tanning salons are worse because they have more harmful and directed UV rays. The sun is almost as bad and both are very dangerous. You should NOT tan, the risk of skin cancer is very high and it also makes you wrinkle earlier if you tan. Wear at least SPF 15 sunscreen every day on any sun-exposed areas (I wear Purpose moisturizer on my face) and if you must have a tan, use a sunless tanner...PLEASE!
Reply:tanning is unhealthy... period.

if you really feel the need to have darker skin try spray on tans, or self tanner.... here are a couple articles with good ideas and suggestions about this stuff:

http://www.theweeklybeet.com/beets.php?b...

http://www.theweeklybeet.com/beets.php?b...
Reply:i don't u tell me i don't have to do it cuz i'm already black and beautiful but the salon is healthier cuz the sun can give u skin cancer
Reply:Neither one is safer than the other. Just know that indoor tanning is more controlled than the sun. You run the same risks and usually gain the same benefits!

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