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As we know, a good tan significantly improves your coloring. This is achievable by sunbathing, but many forget the risks of it. This guide will cover the dangers of sun exposure and how to improve your tan without damaging your skin.
I hope you guys found this guide helpful, I would like to hear your opinions and things I can improve
1. HOW TANNING / GETTING SUNBURNT WORKS
Basically, while tanning, your body protects its DNA from the UV radiation.
There are two types of UV radiation: the UVA rays that penetrate deep into your skin (Dermis) and the UVB rays that only hit its surface layers (Epidermis).
These rays damage the DNA in the skin cells so your body signals that it's being “attacked”. In response to that, cells in the lower Epidermis called melanocytes start producing melanin to prevent further damage. Melanin is a pigment that causes your skin to darken. It shields your DNA from more UV radiation like an umbrella.
You get a sunburn when the melanin “umbrellas” get too much UV radiation. The UVB rays break the DNA strands inside your cells. To prevent these cells from turning into cancer, the body activates a process called apoptosis (programmed cell death). Your immune system then floods the sunburnt area with blood and white blood cells to repair the skin and to get rid of the dead skin cells. That increase of blood flow causes your skin to turn red, swell and heat up. When your skin peels afterwards, it gets rid of the dead skin cells that have been burnt.
Basically, while tanning, your body protects its DNA from the UV radiation.
There are two types of UV radiation: the UVA rays that penetrate deep into your skin (Dermis) and the UVB rays that only hit its surface layers (Epidermis).
These rays damage the DNA in the skin cells so your body signals that it's being “attacked”. In response to that, cells in the lower Epidermis called melanocytes start producing melanin to prevent further damage. Melanin is a pigment that causes your skin to darken. It shields your DNA from more UV radiation like an umbrella.
You get a sunburn when the melanin “umbrellas” get too much UV radiation. The UVB rays break the DNA strands inside your cells. To prevent these cells from turning into cancer, the body activates a process called apoptosis (programmed cell death). Your immune system then floods the sunburnt area with blood and white blood cells to repair the skin and to get rid of the dead skin cells. That increase of blood flow causes your skin to turn red, swell and heat up. When your skin peels afterwards, it gets rid of the dead skin cells that have been burnt.
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2. THE RISKS
1. Skin cancer
2. Premature aging
3. Sunburn
(Won’t explain it again)
4. Sun poisoning
1. Skin cancer
- The damaged skin cells grow uncontrollably
- Basal Cell Carcinoma (low danger)
- Squamous Cell Carcinoma (low - moderate danger)
- Melanoma (high danger)
2. Premature aging
- Collagen and elastin fibers in the skin are broken down by the sun
- Results in wrinkles, leather skin, dark spots
3. Sunburn
(Won’t explain it again)
4. Sun poisoning
- Severe case of sunburn
- Blistering
- Swelling
- Fever
- Dehydration
3. HOW TO TAN SAFELY
1. USE SUNSCREEN!
This one is pretty much self explanatory, but if you want to know more, check this thread by @Randomized out:
2. Gradually increase sun exposure
3. Tan in lower UV index
4. Tan in short intervals
1. USE SUNSCREEN!
This one is pretty much self explanatory, but if you want to know more, check this thread by @Randomized out:
2. Gradually increase sun exposure
- Start with a short period of time in lower UV
- Increase gradually
3. Tan in lower UV index
- The best time to sunbathe is in the morning
- Avoid peak hours (at noon)
4. Tan in short intervals
- for example 15 min in the sun, 10 min break
4. ALTERNATIVES
At home:
Professional:
At home:
- Tanning lotions, mousses etc.
- Supplements (don't recommend, they make you orange)
Professional:
- Spray tan
5. WHAT I RECOMMEND
- Sunbathe in lower UV
- Use sunscreen
- Use tanning oil for faster results
- Carrot juice (can make you orange too but at least it’s natural
)
I hope you guys found this guide helpful, I would like to hear your opinions and things I can improve
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