i need help with sun tanning.?
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DON'T!  It is much safer to tan with self tanning products.  If you really like to lay out, that is safer than a tanning bed. Make sure to use sunscreen!  The damaging rays in the tanning bed are higher concentrated than the sun's rays.  Tanning beds filter out some of the UV rays(the rays that are responsible for burning your skin) but gives you 3 times the exposure of uva radiation when compared to the sun! UVA rays, or "tanning rays," have long wavelengths that penetrate deep into your skin. They tan your skin, but don't burn you. Overexposure to UVA rays can lead to long-term skin damage. \n Although UVB is the more harmful type of radiation, UVA is linked with immune system damage and malignant melanoma. Melanoma is now the most common and deadliest form of skin cancer in women aged 25-29. Researchers also say that since UVA rays penetrate deep into the skin, they destroy skin fibers and damage elasticity, causing premature aging, wrinkles and leathery skin.\nWhen you're older and your skin is still smooth and supple, you'll be thankful that you avoided tanning beds and slathered on sunscreen with SPF 30! Remember, the best and safest way to get a tan is to fake it - use a self-tanning lotion for your face and body, and apply bronzer to your cheeks and forehead for a warm, summery look.\n  I HOPE THIS HELPS YOU!
692222
I've kept my skin soft by NOT tanning all these years, but I've got a natural pigmentation to my skin most people don't (half Native American, half Italian).  Olay has now come out with a new lotion that gives the skin a touch of color, and being lotion and not a tanning spray, its reported by them not to streak.  It's called "Touch of Sun".  But if you need a tan because of being in a wedding, or something similar, I suggest getting a sprayed on tan all over.  It's safer for the skin, and lasts about 3 to 4 days.  IF this is because you're going on vacation and need it because you'll be out in the sun, just be careful...wear a light sunscreen so you don't burn, and take it slowly.  Good luck and have fun whatever the reason!
3658
I know friends that get tan or sunburn when they go skiing on a sunny day.... perhaps you are looking for a more complex answer.
560892
use acids burn your skin it will help\ngood luck
630143
You should do a skin patch test. Put a little bit on the inside of your elbow (turn your arm around, put it in the little denty bit). Leave it there for 24 hours, if it's not itchy or blotchy it should be fine for you. An SPF 50 will more than likely block out the sun completely. An SPF 15 is generally best (according to my sister).
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I would try aloe. There are products in the baby aisle used to treat the same problem and would work for adults as well.\n Otherwise you just have to wait it out and stay out of the sun.
514282
you should really try that jerkens glow lotion it really gives you a nice healthy tan and its only like 7 bucks at target or something, plus a lot healthier than all those tanning bed and shit
505687
well, now that we know how harmfull the sun is to the skin you should check out all the great self tanners that are out on the market.  I've tried coppertone (with the 2 chambers), vichy, ombrelle..... they're all great!  The only thing that you have to look out for is to match you're skin tone. If your skin is very fair, go for a medium tan, (you could end up looking a bit on the orange side) but it you have a darker skin you can opt for the dark tan. Just make sure you exfoliate your skin before you tan and you'll be glowing in no time!\nHope this helps,\nJocelyne
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Aloe Vera Gel. Try some lotion with Aloe Vera in it. I have a sun burn right now, and I have for the past few days, and I've been using Aloe Vera lotion, and it's almost gone already!
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it will take some time to get a nice tan. don't rush in there and bake for the 1/2 hr. they will put u on a chart for how long each time til ur skin is ready to be in there for the 1/2 hr. and i think its about the same danger as the sun. maybe a lil more but u won't have to be out in the sun all day when u can just lay in the bed and get one.
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YES! TRY USING ALOE VERA LOTION! YOU CAN FIND IT AT ANY WAL MART STORE; DOLLAR GENERAL STORE; DRUGSTORE; ETC.!\n\nIT IS EXCELLENT FOR SUNBURNS TOO!\n\nARIES
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First of all, limit your exposure to the sun. And use sunblock lotion whenever you're going out in day light. \nAnother way is to use special creams. In many convenience stores you'll be able to find whitening creams and lotions. Keep in mind that those only work to a limited degree. Just be sure to check up the active ingredients.\nIf you want (and can afford it) you can make an appointment with a dermatologist.
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Try Aloe Vera-Really works for me.
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Start at 5 minutes. I know that doesn't seem like much, but it'll take awhile for your skin to get used to it.\nIncrease your time by 2 minutes every 3 or 4 sessions! Tan every 48 hours, not everyday. Use a good quality lotion, but not a hot lotion until you get your base tan. The hot lotion will leave your skin red and blotchy.\n\nDO NOT go for 10 or 15 minutes when you're pale and this is your first time using a bed---you'll burn!!\nGood luck!
672523
Jergen's natural glow. It smells wonderful and it will enhance your tan. Try it,I love it!
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before tanning lotion, we use to use baby oil and iodine mixed together....but I would recommend that you stay out of the sun and just use a self-tanner...otherwise in 20 years you will look like a prune.
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Mine do this too... try using sun tan lotion ...it works for me