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I’m sure a lot of people wonder this same thing, I sometimes even wonder this myself because when you are lying in the tanning bed and your skin is tingling and burning, it makes you feel like something must be wrong. However this is exactly what the tingle tanning lotion is suppose to do and as far as I know and have been told, this is completely safe. Here is alittle more on how a tingle tanning lotion works.

Many indoor tanning lotions can be formulated with TINGLE to aid in the tanning process. 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 increase the tanning process and may get you through your tanning plateau. It is best to start with lower levels of Tingle tanning lotions. As your tan progresses, you can work up to higher levels of Tingle tanning power.This is recomended so that your body becomes accustomed to the stimulation. As your body adjusts over several tanning sessions, you may gradually work to higher levels.

I personally have a hard time tanning my arms and legs, so I use tingle tanning lotion only on my arms and legs. I do not recomend using a tingler on your face, but if you feel that you must put a tingle tanning lotion on your face I would make sure that you have used it many, many times before on the rest of your body so that you are aware of exactly what it will do. Keep in mind that the skin on your face is much more sensitive than the skin in other areas of the body and could have a much different affect. I like to use a nice bronzer all over the rest of my body and also on my arms and legs, I then put the tingle lotion right over top of the bronzer. To find out more about tingle tanning lotions or bronzer lotions read my other posts.

Spray tanning is a good alternative to tanning in the sun or in tanning beds. It is especially good for some people who don’t want to or cannot be exposed to the sun. Spray tanning is offered at many tanning salons or other spas/salons. Check around in your area and I’m sure you will be able to find a place that does spray tanning. Here are a few commonly asked questions about spray tanning.

What is DHA?

DHA is the main ingredient that makes your skin the brown color.Dihydroxycetone (DHA) is a derivative of certain plant sources, mainly sugar cane. In other words, it is not a spray paint, dye, or any of the other things that you hear rumors about.

DHA was first discovered in the 1920s after doctors realized that it had the ability to turn patient’s skin brown. It was discovered by accident, because it was routinely spilled on patients and staff who noted that it would turn their skin brown during medical procedures.

Is DHA safe?

The answer is yes. DHA was approved by the FDA as a permanent ingredient on their list of approved cosmetic ingredients in the 1970s. They approved DHA for topical application to the skin, as the research has proven that the coloring effect of DHA is a reaction with the amino acids in the serface layer of the skin. The skin reacts to contact with DHA by producing a brown color that resembles a suntan. The coloring effect of DHA on the skin has not been proven to be harmful in any way, on either a temporary or permanent basis. DHA-based sunless tanners have been recommended by the American Cancer Society, the American Medical Association, and the American Academy of Dermatology.

Will it make my skin orange?

Though DHA got off to a rough start decades ago with the interdiction of certain sunless tanning lotions, which produced strange odors and orange like color results, the technology of sunless tanning has come along way. Today, sunless tanners produce beautiful, natural looking tans that are uniform in color and lack the odor once associated with sunless tanning.

What should I wear during my spray tanning session?

During your tanning session, you should wear dark-colored undergarments, a bikini, or disposables so that the clothing that you are wearing is not stained by the color guard (or bronzer) that is present during the first stage of the tan.

How long will the tan last?

Your tan will last anywhere from 5-10 days. The DHA reation will wear off as the upper layer of suface skin wears off. This happens at varying rates for different people, as everyone has different lifestyles, skin conditions, climates, and products that come in ontact with their skin.

Well summer is here again and it is time for swimming,boating and just plain outdoor activities but along with all of these great summer activities comes a lot of time in the sun. So I wanted to write a post about how to protect yourself in the sun. Some people are very misinformed about sunscreens and sunblocks. If you use sunscreen you can still get a very nice tan without over doing it and burning yourself. Here is the low down on sunscreen and sunblock.

SPF stands for Sun Protection Factor. All sunscreens are given a number between 4 and 30, so you’ll have to determine which one is best for you. Most dermatologists recommend using a sunscreen with a SPF of at least 15. However, the level of protection a person needs is usually based upon her tanning history and skin tone. For example, people with pale complexions who should shoot for a SPF of 30, while people with darker complexions may need a SPF of as little as 4. To be safe, it’s always best to ask a pharmacist which SPF would work best for you. And since most drugstores have pharmacists, you can get this info for free.

While most people apply sunscreen and sunblock together, they are actually very different products that are intended for different uses. Sunscreen is a cream or lotion that is SPF-rated. It reacts with the skin to create an invisible barrier against the sun. The strength of the barrier is determined by the SPF number. The lower the number, the less protection. Most sunscreens should be applied 20 minutes before you go outside so they have time to work. Using a sunscreen will not prevent you from tanning, but it will lower your risk of getting burned.

Sunblock doesn’t have an SPF, because it protects the body from all UV rays. Usually, sunblock is a thick cream that should contain zinc oxide (the white gunk you sometimes see people put on their noses). Here’s where it gets tricky: Some sunscreens with SPF numbers of 15 or higher are erroneously referred to as sunblocks. If you want a sunblock, don’t buy a package with an SPF listed, because a true sunblock won’t need it.

I hope this info helped some of you to decipher between the two types of suntan lotions and which one if any is right for you this summer. Have fun and be safe this summer!

Having that sun-kissed look year round can take years off your appearance, and can even make you look more vibrant, healthier, and slimmer. Unfortunately, spending hours in the sun isn’t always something that we have time to do. With our busy schedules in our day to day lives finding an easier and faster way to tan is what we’re all searching for. One way some people have chosen to try is with tanning pills, but how safe are they? And how do tanning pills even work?

Sunless tanning products such as creams, lotion and sprays are just one way to achieve a natural-looking tan, but popping a pill to achieve the same effects may be another option.
Are sunless tanning pills as safe and effective as their makers claim? A closer look reveals the truth behind sunless tanning pills:

How Sunless Tanning Pills Work

Sunless tanning pills typically contain a number of vitamins along with pigment-enhancing ingredients such as tyrosine and caretonoid. Tyrosine is an amino acid commonly found in foods such as avocados, fish, chicken, whole grains and pumpkin seeds. Most people get enough tyrosine from their diets, but some people have reported that their skin turns orange with tyrosine supplementation. Results can be further enhanced by exposing the skin to UV rays, and many people take sunless tanning pills before hitting the tanning bed in hopes of boosting that tan.

Caretonoid may also enhance the amount of visible pigmentation on the skin, and colors the layer of fat under the skin’s surface. These tanning pills contain the active ingredient ‘canthaxanthin’ which binds itself to the layer of fat underneath the skin during the darkening process. However, researchers are still trying to determine what the dosage of this supplement is appropriate for human consumption. Dermanetwork.org reports that the amount of caretonoid required to achieve this high level of pigmentation may be dangerous.

Hidden Dangers of Sunless Tanning Pills

Both tyrosine and caretonoid are ingredients that simply ‘color’ your skin various shades of orange, and some formulas may be powerful enough to turn the skin a very dark and unattractive color. Sunless tanning pills are an unregulated dietary supplement, and are not backed by enough scientific studies to be deemed safe; in fact, the Food and Drug Administration has not given these sunless tanning pills its stamp of approval.
The Cleveland Clinic Center for Consumer Health explains highlights some important risk factors involved with sunless tanning pills. Common side effects of these pills include:

* Diarrhea
* Nausea
* Liver damage
* Anemia

An Overview Of the Types of Tanning Pills

Canthaxanthin

One of the best-known tanning pills contains a harmless, non-toxic food coloring, Canthaxanthin, a natural organic nutritional supplement. Oficially, canthaxanthin is approved by the FDA, as a vitamin supplement.
USA Food and Drug Administration Department recommends it only for use in small amounts in food coloring. Except food coloring, where the dosage is strictly established and controlled, there is a problem of using canthaxantin in other formulas.
The human body (body fat, more exactly) can’t decipher it from pills so it turns into orange instead of a bronze color. Body fat can absorb a certain dosage, until saturation is achieved. Besides, self tannng pills are under suspicion since liver damage, jaundice cases and hepatitis have been detected as side effects. That is why this supplement is not approved as an oral tanner.

Elusun

Another self tanning pill is Elusun, containing betacarotene as an active ingredient. It was produced in France and it was famous a few years ago. This was also a tanning pill passing as a nutritional supplement; those experiencing Elusun were extremely confused about the dosage and about the orange tint they got.

Melanotan-1

Meanwhile, something also working as a self tanning pill, but containing a synthetic derivative, has been created in the labs. Melanotan-1 is a drug and can induce tanning. The drug derives from the natural hormone which controls skin pigmentation. The tablets should be taken only after the meals throughout the day for optimum absorbtion. The dosage has to do with body weight, too. It is said that the pigmentation appears no sooner than in two weeks.
The studies regarding melanotan-1 are inconclusive so far. In fact, none of the self tanning pills have been officially introduced and established.

Bottom line, if you do decide to go with sunless tanning pills make sure that you follow the strict guidelines on the bottle. Always check with your docter or pharmacist if you are taking any other perscription medication. Not for everyone,using these tanning pills can be an effective way of producing a color that may satisfy you. Trial and error is the best way to decide if these tanning pills are for you or if you would rather hit the beach or tanning bed.

Update: I was just informed that Melanotan-1 is not made in pill form. Sorry about that I was mis informed. Thank you-http://melanotan.org/ – afamelanotide

Using a tanning bed allows you to have a bronze body all year around, without worrying about spending all of your time in the sun. Tanning beds also let you control the intensity and the amount of light that you are exposed to.

Tanning beds really started gaining popularity in the United States in the 1980’s. They were discovered by a scientist from Germany, named Friedrich Wolff. That is where the famous Wolff tanning beds originated.

There are basically two ways to tan, in a tanning salon or in the convenience of your own home. Home tanning beds can easily be purchased. You can purchase a tanning bed from an online retailer, direct from the manufacturer or some local stores will carry tanning beds. It is important that when purchasing a tanning bed for home use, that you get one that is specifically designed to be used in a home, verses one that is designed to be used in a salon.

There are many different tanning beds available. The most popular is the lay down tanning bed. There are also the stand up tanning booths. There is always some sort of protective cover usually made of Plexiglas, over the actual tanning bulbs.

Tanning beds are made to be quite comfortable. Some come with a variety of features, including cooling fan, radio, misting fan and some even have air conditioning or aroma therapy to make your tanning experience as enjoyable as possible.
The type and number of tanning bulbs used in a tanning bed vary from bed to bed. Some beds have 48-60 UV bulbs that are each 100 watts. Other beds are designed to hold 24-46 UV bulbs that are between 100-160 watts each. The number and type of bulbs each bed uses, depends on the size and style of the tanning bed.