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What should I do to prepare for using a tanning bed?
BlogPreparation steps and precautions before using a tanning bed: Skin cleansing and exfoliation Exfoliate gently 1 day in advance to remove dead skin cells and avoid uneven skin tone. Cleanse your skin thoroughly before using a tanning bed to ensure there is no oil, sweat or residual skin care produ...Read more -
How long do you have to wait after using a tanning bed before you can shower?
BlogYou can shower straight after using a tanning bed, unless you’ve used certain tanning products. Here’s what it means: You only used UV exposure, not tanning products. You can have a shower straight away. Tanning happens when melanin in your skin breaks down. This can’t just be w...Read more -
Do tanning beds contain vitamin D?
BlogTanning beds do not contain vitamin D, but they can stimulate your body to produce it—with major caveats. Here’s what you need to know: How Vitamin D Is Produced Vitamin D is made in your skin when it’s exposed to UVB radiation from sunlight. Some tanning beds emit UVB, but most primarily em...Read more -
Is it necessary to wear protective eyewear when using a tanning bed?
BlogUV damage is irreversible! The intensity of the UVA/UVB rays emitted by tanning beds can be 10–15 times greater than that of natural sunlight. Direct exposure may cause: In the short term: dry eyes, redness, swelling and photosensitive conjunctivitis (‘tanning bed eye’). ...Read more -
What is the difference between using a tanning bed and getting a natural tan?
BlogTanning Beds vs. Natural Sun Tanning: Key Differences & Risks Both tanning beds and natural sunlight darken your skin through UV radiation, but tanning beds are far more dangerous. Here’s how they compare: 1. UV Radiation Intensity Factor Tanning Beds Natural Sunlight UVA Rays 3–15× ...Read more -
How do tanning beds work?
BlogTanning beds have been a popular way to achieve a sun-kissed glow for decades, but how exactly do they work? In this article, we’ll explore the science behind tanning beds, their effects on the skin, and safer alternatives for a bronzed look. 1. The Science Behind Tanning Beds Tanning beds use a...Read more