Are you around the age of 35 and starting to notice signs of aging!?! Well, I am...and I'm learning all about reversing these signs, protecting from future damage, but still want to maintain a gorgeous healthy tan!
In this episode and blog post, I'm going to be sharing what I've learned about UVA & UVB lights, how to apply sunscreen, what my recommendations are for sunless safe sunscreens, and share some insight into sunburns & spray tans!
Spray tanning is a safe alternative and effective treatment for a natural-looking glowing skin year round!
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That beautiful natural glowing skin is actually DNA injury. The "tanning" color or browning effect is actually your bodies defense mechanism when it’s been exposed to UV radiation (sun light or artificial light).
This damage from UV radiation can promote skin cancer by either damaging the skin cell's DNA or by causing the skin to grow abnormally which can result into benign or malignant growths.
There are two types of UV lights that are proven to contribute to the risk of skin cancer: UVA & UVB radiation.
UVA Radiation UVB Radiation
Protect yourself against UV exposure with broad-spectrum sunscreen, sun-safe clothing, hats & eyewear!
How To Apply Sunscreen
Sunless Sunscreen SAFE Recommendations
The Skin Cancer Foundation advises everyone to use a broad-spectrum sunscreen with a SPF of 15 or higher every day. For extended outdoor activity, used a water resistant, broad-spectrum sunscreen with a SPF of 30 or higher. Re-apply every 2 hours or after swimming or sweating.
What to look for in a sunless safe sunscreen
Best Sunscreen for
Face & Body
Best Mineral Sunscreen
Best Sunscreen for
Sensitive Skin
Best Moisturizing
Sunscreen
Best Sunscreen for
Kids
Best Mineral Powder
Sunscreen
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Watch OUT....Sunburns & Spray Tans
You'll want to avoid a spray tan or other sunless tanning products as it's typical for your skin to peel.
The visual impact of it as it peels will be much higher. The contrast between brown skin and pale skin will be far more noticeable.
DHA can cause your skin to dry out even more which can accelerate the peeling process.