Tanning

October 31st, 2008 by admin

Few people are satisfied with nature’s gifts to them. Therefore, we have people with curly hair going in for hair straightening, and those with straight hair having it curled. Blondes want to become redheads, and brunettes want to become blondes. The list of changes that people want to make to their skin and hair is endless. Tanning is one change that many white-skinned individuals want.

Tanning gives white skin a bronzed look that is often associated with health and vitality. In fact, many people frequent beaches just to acquire a natural tan. Others, with less time on their hands, invest in tanning lotions or sun lamps, or visit tanning salons.

Medical associations warn against tanning, as overexposure to the sun’s ultraviolet rays causes premature aging. Ultraviolet rays also play a significant role in the development of skin cancer and eye problems like cataracts. In addition, they harm the immune system. In this context, children face the greatest risk from ultraviolet rays, as their immune system is not fully developed and any damage to it can affect their natural growth process. Adults whose skin burns easily and does not tan are also at high risk.

Medical practitioners recommend the use of sunscreen with an SPF of 15 or higher for protection from the ultraviolet rays of the sun. Sunscreen needs to be applied liberally before venturing out during the day. In addition, it is necessary to wear sunglasses that provide complete protection from ultraviolet rays. It is also advisable to avoid the sun when its rays are harshest, that is, between 10 am and 4 pm. Wearing hats, long trousers or skirts, and long-sleeved shirts also helps to reduce exposure to sunlight.

Individuals suffering from skin or eye ailments as a result of exposure to the sun should immediately consult a medical practitioner. Furthermore, moles, scaly patches, or sores should not be ignored.

To sum up, the World Health Organization and medical associations across the world warn against tanning because of its harmful consequences. Parents should adopt sun protective measures and encourage their children to do the same. Awareness and action are the keys to good health.

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Save Money When Buying Tanning Bed Products

October 30th, 2008 by admin

There’s no doubt about it, tanning beds are a great way to keep looking good. The best part is that there really aren’t that many high or outrageous costs that are associated with having your own tanning bed. Of course, whatever money you can save is always a good thing and the cost of tanning bed products is, like everything else, going up but there are ways to keep the costs to a minimum.

There are really two types of tanning bed products, those that you need to keep the bed operating efficiently and those that you need for yourself. Both of them are important and there is no point in buying expensive tanning lotions if you have not got the bulbs repaired or working properly. Equally there is no point in repairing your tanning bed if you do not buy the right products to make sure that your skin is protected. You can always buy another tanning bed, but it’s not as easy to get a new outer layer of skin.

It is very important to make sure that you have got the right tanning lotion for your skin type. Although the rays in a tanning bed are adjustable you still need to make sure that your skin is protected. There have been some reports recently of tanning beds causing damage so it is important that you protect your skin. If you are not sure what skin type you are or what the best type of skin protection tanning bed products for you would be then it is a good idea to ask your doctor or dermatologist for some helpful tips. They will be able to give you the right advice so that you can buy the right product for your skin type.

When you are buying bulbs or other tanning bed products for maintaining your tanning bed you can realize great savings by buying from an online store. They are usually able to offer substantial savings on the manufacturer prices. They are also able to carry very large ranges of tanning bed products and merchandise and are usually able to get the supplies to you very quickly. After your supplies arrive if you don’t feel happy about doing the work yourself then you need to hire a local contractor to do the work for you. There are usually a many that are able to offer a good savings on the manufacturer’s prices. It can be very expensive to get the manufactures to send their technicians to repair your tanning bed. If you look carefully there are a lot of ways that you can save on the cost that you get with a tanning bed. If you do a bit of research then you should be able to receive some very good savings.

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Safety And The Tanning Bed

October 29th, 2008 by admin

There are plenty of us that feel healthier when our skin is
tanned. If you want a tan the choices come down to a
fake-tan product, laying in the sun, or a tanning bed.

One of the benefits of using a tanning bed is that it does
not matter what the weather is doing outside - sun-bathing
outside rarely being an agreeable thing to do in winter.
Another positive thing is that using a tanning bed means
that you can time the amount of exposure you are getting -
tanning beds are no different from the sun when it comes to
giving off damaging rays.

Anyone who elects to use a tanning bed needs to be aware of
all the safety issues. For a start, do not believe that it
is completely safe, like some unscrupulous advertisers
might suggest. Know the facts and you can look after
yourself.

To understand why you hear the safe-tan claim made for sun
beds, we need to detour into a little science. Sunlight is
made up of ultraviolet light - this is what leads to the
tan. Scientists divide this light into UVa and UVb light,
with UVb causing burning more easily that UVa. Early
tanning machines were UVb sources, which was fairly
harmful, and all modern machines are UVa sources, which is
more healthy. Though it is true that chances of burning
quickly are less with UVa, it is wrong to suggest that this
form of ultraviolet light is safe. It is still important
to keep a watchful eye on the clock when using a UVa
tanning bed.

Watch out for any suggestion that the beds are so safe that
tanning goggles are unnecessary. Even UVa light is
damaging to our eyes, so you should insist on goggles every
time. You cannot substitute for the goggles by closing
your eyes, using standard sunglasses, or by placing rounds
of cotton wool over your eyelids. Tanning centers are
required by the Food and Drug Administration to use
goggles, so you are best advised not to use one that does
not insist on this.

The next thing to think about is the idea of a year-round
tan. Is this something you really want? If you live in a
country with seasons, it is sometimes nice that you reflect
the seasons a little bit - paler in the winter, slightly
more tanned in the summer. Okay, if you are desperate for
a year round tan, well it’s your body, but you should be
aware that even tanning beds have a premature aging effect
on skin. It is something to think about.

If you have kids then you need to be especially cautious on
their behalf. When a child’s skin is burned the skin is
more deeply effected, according to scientific research.
This research was based on UVb studies, yet those in the
know strongly advise care when using sun beds. At the end
of the day, you might decide that it is not worth the risk
simply so a child can have a bit of a tan.

For some people it is important that they seek medical
advice before using a tanning station. Diabetics, lupus
sufferers or people who tend to get cold sores may find
that sun beds aggravate these conditions. Certain
medicines - tranquilizers, antihistamines and some birth
control pills - can make your skin sensitive to the rays
from a tanning machine. The wisest advice for anyone just
starting out with an artificial tanning machine is to have
a chat with your physician.

If you want a tan badly enough, then go ahead an use an
artificial tan bed. Taking note of the guidance and
warnings above can help make it as safe as possible to get
that desired tan.

About The Author
Copyright 2005 Anndrea Jenkin. All rights reserved.
Anndrea Jenkin is the manager and developer of UVA Tanning Bed Inc which is a huge resource for tanning bed details on the Internet. Please visit her archive of articles: http://www.uvatanningbed.com/articles/
http://www.uvatanningbed.com

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