Central Facts About Self Tanning

By Haywood Hunter


Some time around the 1960s, studies by health officials related to skin cancer and sun exposure and sunbed impacted the way many people chose to tan. Following this study, the emergence of self tanning, or sunless, became more popular. These methods and products allowed individuals to tan their skin in a similar way, without the high risk of side effects.

Carotenoid-based products are the most effective for these purposes because they contain beta-carotene, which is both natural and permanent. Carotenoids are found naturally in fruits in vegetables, they are what give them strong colors.

There are pills that can be used as a sunless product. These pills include beta-carotene. Beta-carotene is not known to cause any side effects, though excessive intake can sometimes cause the skin to develop a orange or yellow hue.

On the other hand, Canthaxanthin has been linked to side effects such as hepatitis, retinopathy and problems with the digestive system. This ingredient, when consumed, deposits within the body, even to the fat layers under the skin. The skin then turns an orange or brown hue. Typically canthaxanthin is used exclusively in color additives found in food.

Other products exist for this purpose. These products may include ingredients such as dihydroxyacetone, DHA, Tyrosine or Afamelanotide. There are also bronzers that are an option for temporary tans. These products come in many forms: moisturizers, mousses, lotions, gels, powders, and sprays.

None of these sunless formulas include ingredients designed to protect against sun exposure. Therefore, individuals seeking sun protection should look into sunblock products. Keep in mind that self tanners may cause allergies and are capable of staining fabrics.

A popular alternative method to sunbeds and outdoor tanning is self tanning. This process can result in a tan that is similar to, if not better than, that obtained through other means. Some examples of common sunless practices: topical creams and pills.




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