A Guide To Staying Safe And Tanning

By Haywood Hunter


Sun bathing is often done not only for the warmth but also for that bronze or golden glow on the skin. There are several product choices like sun screen, sun block, and sunblock tan. Choosing the right one so that on can enjoy the sun safely Can be overwhelming. The right SPF in a sunblock tan and other product is not understand and which ones enhance or block a tan. Also, within one kind of product like sunblock tan products, there are a number of options.

A good grasp of sunblock products and other safe sunning products will enable one to choose correctly. One key issue is SPF which is the Sun Protection Factor. It can be 2, 50 or even higher. It represents a comparison of how long it will take before the skin reacts to being exposed to the sun without being protected with a sunblock tan, block or sunscreen for example by turning red or peeling.

For example, say it would take twenty minutes for one to get skin to burn without applying a sunblock tan or other form of sun protection. In this case, applying a sunblock tan or alternative protective product of SPF 15 means that one can then remain in the sun 15 times longer, or up to 5 hours, without worrying about burning. The greater the SPF of the sunblock tan or other product, the longer the protection it offers, but only up to a certain point, about two to five percent more.

Therefore a sunblock tan or other protective product with a higher SPF than 15 such as 30 only offers small increments of additional protection. It is important to note a higher SPF offers protection for a little longer, but not stronger protection. While SPF is the universal measurement of UVB protection, no comparable standard exists for UVA.

Another commonly misunderstood point is the difference between sunscreen, sun block and sunblock tan. Sunscreen chemically absorbs UV rays while sun block physically deflects them. Sunscreen products block UVB effectively, but provide less UVA protection although improved formulas are being made to enhance protection. Sun blocks are also being improved to offer substantial protection against both UVA and UVB.

The other option of a sunblock tan is a two in one product that tans and protects the skin. Sunblock tan contains skin tanning agents and sun block. It may come as a cream, lotion or spray. Different shades are available ranging from light to dark from various brands. Using a sunblock tan is healthier as one needs less time in the sun.

A sunblock tan can also be used in a tanning bed. There are those meant for use when the tanning is being indoors and these have higher SFP for those who are very sensitive to UV rays. An indoor sunblock tan should not be mixed with outdoor tanning lotions. An indoor sunblock tan prevents sunburns and keep the skin well hydrated so that tanning is done faster.

When seeking that glow, spend time on parts that are more prone to get burnt such as the nose and cheeks. Protect them with a high SPF product or a sunblock tan that has high SPF. If chosen and applied appropriately, a sunblock tan is a quick and safe way to get that lovely glow.




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