Why Sunless?
Sunless tanning is a safe alternative from the damaging affects of UV exposure.
You will be tan in one session versus several sessions in a UV Bed.
UV-emitting tanning machines were added to Group One based on consistent evidence of a link between UV radiation from indoor tanning devices (which largely emit ultraviolet A rays) and all major forms of skin cancer, including melanomas of both the skin and eyes. Melanoma is the most dangerous form of skin cancer, causing about 8,650 deaths a year in the US alone.
The sun's UV rays damage the DNA of the skin's epidermal cells, triggering enzymes that race to repair the damage. However, these enzymes do not always repair the DNA successfully, and all this unrepaired damage can lead to mutations that increase the risk of skin cancer. Also, repeated unprotected sun exposure can cause photoaging — wrinkles, sagging skin, and spots associated with sun damage.
UVA is a carcinogen, and studies have revealed that tanning salons frequently exceed “safe” UV limits. Study after study has shown that sunbed tanning increases the risk of both melanoma and nonmelanoma skin cancers.
“People often think of sunbathing as the antidepressant essence of light exposure. Wrong! Light therapy acts through the eyes, and requires visible light, not UV,” says Michael Terman, PhD, Director of the Center for Light Treatment and Biological Rhythms, Columbia University Medical Center, New York City.
Prep & After Care
For best results please follow these recommendations for preparation and aftercare.
Preparation:
- Shower and shave the day of.
- Exfoliate with a non-abrasive body polisher. Only use an abrasive exfoliant up to 3 days prior to your tanning session as this will create minor abrasions in the skin that will interfere with the evenness of the application.
- Do not wear lotion, perfume or deodorant.
- Do not wear make-up if you plan to spray your face.
- Wear loose, dark clothing and open toed sandals.
During your tanning session you can wear whatever you are comfortable wearing such as a bikini or underwear. You can also opt for no tan lines at all! Men must wear underwear or swim suit!
Aftercare:
- You must wait 10-12 hours before coming in contact with water. That includes showering and sweating!
- Stay hydrated! You can use an extender to stay hydrated and get a few extra days out of your tan.
- Remember that swimming can fade your tan faster.
- You will still need sunblock when outdoors. Your sunless tan will not protect you from the harmful rays of the sun.