...Do you remember when Sun-less tanning Creams first came out? Those of us that were brave enough to try them were all walking around with orange knees and elbows. We all looked pretty ridiculous didn't we? Now, sun-less tanners are made better and becoming more and more popular. There is also a lot of information out there about skin cancer, tanning beds, and what effect these can have on our skin. Some of us are heading the warnings and properly taking care our skin. But, we all want to look good, we all want to have the darkest tan, right? So, instead of wasting time "laying-out" for hours in the sun or paying to lay in a tanning bed, why not use a sun-less tanner, keep your skin healthy and possibly looking ten years younger?

A lot has changed since the days of orange knees and elbows. Some companies have developed better creams, but there ar...more

tanning 101 - Buying tanning Lotion

...in types which range from very pale skin that never tans and always burns to very dark skin that never burns and always tans. Work with a salon professional to determine your specific skin type so you can choose tanning lotions that are right for you.

Speaking of tanning salons, that's one place that you might go when you are ready to begin buying tanning lotions. They are staffed with professionals who are able to assist you in finding the right products based on your specific tanning needs. They'll also answer any questions that you may continue to have about buying tanning lotions. However, you do have other options for locations to buy tanning lotions. Stores that sell beauty products, day spas and online stores are all places where people buy tanning lotions."<...more

Learn How To Tan Safely

...long to burn. And how attractive is the red tan with the peel effect?

SPF is how suntan lotions are rated. It stands for sun protection factor. All suncreens have a number from 4 to 30. The higher the number the higher the protection. The level of protection you will need is based on your skin and how fast you normally burn. People that tan easily and never burn can use a 4 but a fair skinned person who thinks sun and get red is going to need a 30.

The difference between sunscreen and sunblock also needs to be explained as they are totally different products.

Sunscreen comes in a lotion, oil, or cream and has an SPF rating attached to it. It reacts with the sun creating a barrier that you cannot see. How strong the barrier depends on how strong the SPF....more

Myths About Skin Cancer Are You Safe?

...t through on cloudy days. That means you are equally at risk in the car, walking the dog or letting your children out to play at any time of year, even when you're not at the beach. Of course, you are usually less attired at the beach and so covering up is recommended even when wearing sunscreen. Sunscreen also wears off with sweat and water and should always be applied every two hours or after getting wet.

MYTH THREE: Taking Care Of Your Skin Now Will Protect You

Sadly, skin cancer can take 20 or more years to develop. The Skin Cancer Foundation states that most people receive about 80 percent of their lifetime sun exposure before the age of 18. Just one blistering sunburn in childhood is estimated to double the risk of melanoma la...more

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