Want to tan faster without risking your skin?
Then you've come to exactly the right place!
Many people like to have tanned skin.
Except that staying in the sun for too long can be very dangerous for the skin.
It can even cause skin cancer.
But then, how to tan faster when you have white skin?
Fortunately, there are natural and effective tips for tanning faster and without getting badly sunburned.
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Prepare your skin before exposing it to the sun allows you to obtain a tan that will last longer.
Before tanning, it is advisable to exfoliate to get rid of your dead skin .
Indeed, skin that has not been exfoliated is more likely to peel.
To do this, do one of these 5 salt scrubs.
Your skin will love it and it will be well prepared to absorb the sun's rays.
Similarly, remember to apply aloe vera gel after sunbathing.
Aloe vera is indeed known to prolong your tan even longer.
Do you have aloe vera growing in your garden?
So, good news:you can easily extract the gel from your plant. It's quick and easy.
Consuming fruits and vegetables naturally rich in beta-carotene helps your skin tan without burning .
What foods are rich in beta-carotene to tan faster?
Good question!
To increase your daily beta-carotene intake, eat as many of the following 10 fruits and vegetables as possible:
- carrots
- kale
- spinach
- melons
- apricots
- mangos
- broccoli
- pumpkins
- asparagus
- asparagus
- sweet potatoes
Several studies indicate that beta-carotene helps reduce sun sensitivity in people with photosensitive diseases. (Source 1)
Vegetable oils are renowned for their moisturizing properties.
But did you know that some also offer 100% natural sun protection? ?
Thus, you can use certain vegetable oils in addition to your sunscreen:
- wheat germ oil (protection index 20)
- avocado oil (protection factor 15)
- hemp oil (protection factor 7)
- coconut oil (protection factor 8)
But watch out! Even if they offer sun protection, these oils should in no way replace your usual sunscreen!
Did you know that certain foods naturally boost protection against UV rays?
In any case, this is what several scientific studies reveal (Source 2, source 3).
Why is it interesting to tan faster?
Because these foods will protect you longer against the sun's rays (in addition to sunscreen of course).
As a result, instead of getting sunburned or blushing, your skin tans longer.
The 8 foods that contain the most lycopene are:
- tomatoes
- grapefruit
- watermelons
- papayas
- guavas
- red cabbage
- carrots
- mangos
Remember to eat these fruits and vegetables regularly before and after being in the sun to help protect your skin.
When sunbathing, don't stay in the same position all the time!
Why ? Because otherwise you will burn on one side and remain white on the other...
Change your position regularly:on your back, on your stomach and on your sides.
This will allow you to get an even tan and avoid sunburn.
So better avoid falling asleep in direct sunlight!
Know that it is better to avoid staying in the same position for more than 15 minutes.
The simplest thing is to distribute your time evenly between the different positions.
The best thing is to put a timer on your laptop to expose each part of your body
No question of burning! This is THE condition for getting a tan quickly and safely.
And to protect your skin, sunscreen is essential.
So when you go out in the sun, wear sunscreen with an SPF of at least 30.
An index of 30 offers a high level of protection against UVA and UVB rays .
But not enough to prevent you from getting a tan!
Indeed, high sun protection, even an index of 50, does not prevent you from tanning!
The same rule applies to suntan oils.
If you do, never use a sunscreen oil without a sun protection factor.
And don't wait too long to protect your skin against UV rays.
Experts advise applying sunscreen within the first 20 minutes of sunbathing.
Everyone reacts differently to the sun's rays, depending on their skin.
To choose the most suitable sunscreen, just identify your skin type:
- For very fair skin: choose a sunscreen with a very high protection index, 50+
- For fair skin: 30 to 50 protection is enough.
- For dark and matte skin: protection between 15 and 25.
As a rule, people don't apply enough cream.
For an average person, it takes the equivalent of 2 tablespoons to cover the whole body (about 30ml).
Just to cover the face, it is recommended to use 1 teaspoon (about 5 ml).
Trying to tan by the pool or the beach?
When you spend the day in the sun, be aware that it is advisable to renew the applications every two hours .
It is also necessary to ensure that effective protection is maintained.
For example, always reapply sunscreen:
- after each swim and
- after any activity during which you sweat.
Also be sure to pat your skin well before each application.
Why ? Because if your skin is moist, the cream loses its effectiveness.
Don't stay out in the sun longer than your skin needs to create melanin.
At first, expose yourself to the sun gradually .
The production of melanin responsible for protecting the skin takes a few days to increase.
But there comes a time when your body can no longer physically produce melanin.
Your skin then reaches what is called its "tanning threshold".
Generally, the skin can produce melanin for 2-3 hours a day (even much less if your skin is fair).
But concretely, what does this mean?
Once you exceed this amount of sun exposure, your skin will no longer tan.
On the contrary, without melanin to protect it, your skin risks burning, due to UV rays.
Know that the sun hits the strongest between 12 and 3 p.m. .
But that doesn't mean it's the perfect time to tan faster.
On the contrary, it is better to avoid long tanning sessions during this period. Especially if you have fair skin!
Indeed, it is at this time that the sun's rays are most intense.
And the more intense the UV rays, the more it increases the risk of burning your skin and skin cancer.
To tan safely, it is best to go out in the sun in the morning or after 3 p.m. .
And if you have children or sensitive skin, better avoid staying on the beach from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. during the summer.
Taking breaks in the shade for at least 10 minutes allows your skin to rest from intense heat.
This way, you won't risk burning yourself, and you'll tan without danger.
Indeed, few people know it, but you can also tan in the shade !
UV rays reflect off the ground or sand and reach the skin.
So, with a good sunscreen, you get a nice tan, but WITHOUT the risk of sunburn.
Getting a tan gives you a feeling of well-being.
Studies have shown that exposing yourself to the sun can increase vitamin D intake and therefore help you feel in a good mood.
But at too high a dose or without sunscreen, tanning can become dangerous.
Here are the risks associated with tanning if you forget to put on sunscreen:
- melanoma and other skin cancers
- dehydration
- sunburn
- rashes
- skin aging
- allergic reactions
- eye damage
- weakening of the immune system
No, in front of the sun, we are not all equal.
Some burn very easily and tan only slightly.
While others tolerate sun exposure better, and rarely get sunburn.
The shade of your tan depends above all on the melanin production by your skin.
The pigment is present in the skin, but also in the hair, body hair and even in the eyes.
Light-skinned people produce less melanin.
They tan slightly, but they have fragile skin and get sunburn easily.
Dark-skinned people produce more melanin. They tan quickly and their tan is dark.
But even people with dull or dark skin are at risk of sunburn and skin cancer.
If the body produces melanin, it is to protect the DNA of skin cells from UV rays.
But remember:even if you don't burn, UV rays can damage your skin!
It is for this reason that it is essential to wear sunscreen to protect your skin.
As you have surely heard, tanning in a UV cabin is a dangerous practice.
And for good reason:UV sessions present more risks for your health than tanning in the sun.
Indoor tanning booths expose the body to high levels of UVA and UVB rays.
UV rays from tanning booths are classified as "carcinogenic" by IARC, the cancer agency of the World Health Organization (WHO). (Source 4)
Tanning booths emit UVA rays that are up to three times more intense than UVA from natural sunlight. (Source 5)
UVB rays from tanning booths are as strong as those from intense sunlight.
So, there is no doubt:tanning booths are extremely dangerous and should be avoided at all costs.
Do you really need to tan at high speed?
So it's better to try a safer and more natural alternative like this homemade self-tanning cream.
Many people like to sunbathe and have tanned skin.
But overexposure to the sun can lead to significant risks to your health, including skin cancer.
Fortunately, there are safe ways to tan faster while limiting your exposure to UV rays.
These include:
- wear sunscreen with a sun protection factor of at least 30
- not to expose your skin in the middle of the day (12 to 15h)
- to prepare your skin in advance
Tanning booths are considered carcinogenic and should be avoided.
They are even more dangerous than outdoor tanning, as their UVA rays are up to three times more intense.
