Wednesday, May 14, 2014

Different Solutions To The Dangerous Ramifications Of Natural Tanning That Still Provide A Sun Kissed Glow

By Haywood Hunter


Sunbathing seems to be a natural part of life, but it couldn't be further from the truth. In fact, it comes with many harmful effects, but it also has some very positive ones. For one thing, sitting in the sun allows people to absorb a natural form of vitamin D, which is vital to good health. Without it, people can suffer a slew of health problems, being vitamin D deficient may even cause numerous forms of cancer. However, there are solutions to the harmful effects of natural tanning.

Being careful is the most important thing. In order to get the required amount of vitamin D, an individual must sit in in direct sunlight for 15 minutes. Anything more than that is just excessive and can cause health problems.

As such, people should be more aware of what they can and can't do to protect themselves from the harmful UV rays of the sun. The first thing is to avoid going out for long periods of time when the UV Index is high. Next, where a hat with a thick rim to protect the head, the ears and the face from overexposure to the sun's rays.

Forget about laying about all day, soaking in coconut oil to achieve the darkest tan. Doing so is like rolling the dice, as it comes with great risk of developing skin cancer. It's all over the news how this form of cancer is continuously on the rise.

Exposure to the sun can also damage the skin dramatically. It ages skin, causing fine lines and wrinkles, as well as freckles. That said, there are still those who thrive to have that sun kissed glow, and in all honesty, why not. They look healthier, more often than not, and often look better in a slightly darker tone.

May be a natural tan is out of the question, but there are alternatives that can let you look and feel great while maintaining the moisture in the skin and avoiding the dangers of skin cancer from developing. These begin with lotions. They are applied directly onto the skin, and gradually overnight, they begin to take effect and provide that healthy glow people want.

Spray tans are also popular and very effective, providing a healthy glow and that desired sun kissed look that's so popular during the summer months. Beds and booths with special lighting can also provide the desired results, but they are not all created equal. In fact, some can be just as harmful, if not more so than the actual UV rays of the sun.

Obviously, those are to be avoided to protect oneself from aging and skin cancer. Having said all that, people don't need to hide themselves completely from the sun. Being well protected with sunscreen and the right clothing, they can enjoy time outdoors and get the necessary vitamin D. However, they must be smart about when to do so, avoiding the sun between the hours of 10 and 2, when it is the strongest. Being smart changes everything and allows people to enjoy life without taking unnecessary risks.




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