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What are the potential health benefits of tanning? UV light is the main source of Vitamin D for humans. UV light causes the skin to create pre-vitamin D which in turn makes Vitamin D that is necessary for good health, bone formation ,and the absorption of calcium and phosphorous in the body. The presence of Vitamin D in the body can decrease the risks of developing breast and colon cancers. Tanning also provides natural protection from sunburn. Melanin (tanning pigment) helps the skin absorb ultraviolet rays without causing damage to surrounding cells, thereby offering protection from sunburn. Do I really need to use lotion? Yes, the use of salon quality indoor tanning lotions will provide the three essentials of effective tanning: magnification, moisturization & skin conditioning. When you are tanning without lotion it takes 6-7 minutes for the UV light to penetrate your skin and start the tanning process. A salon quality indoor tanning lotion will speed that time up by magnifying the UV light and allowing it to penetrate the skin much faster. Lotion also moisturizes the skin allowing it to tan much faster. Dry skin only reflects the UV light, while moisturized skin fully soaks it in. Indoor tanning lotions also contain many vitamins that nourish the skin, keeping it healthy and younger looking. Come in and let a Rio Tan Tanning Consultant help you choose the best lotion for your skin type. Outdoor lotions are prohibited as well as drug store varieties since they are capable of diminishing the rate at which you'll tan and ruin the Acrylics on our tanning beds. Can the UV rays emitted by indoor tanning lamps pass through the skin and affect internal organs? Although this is a popular myth, ultraviolet light waves cannot penetrate so deeply to affect the body's tissues and organs. UV rays only penetrate up to 2mm, which is approximately the thickness of a piece of cardboard. Ultraviolet rays are not the same as X-rays or heat rays and therefore, have different effects on the body. Overexposure will result in sunburn but will not effect internal organs. Why do some dermatologists warn people against sun exposure? While some dermatologists may advocate total avoidance of UV exposure, the media seems to quote only those who do. Many dermatologists and others from the medical community have acknowledged the need for moderate sun exposure, while advocating the use of sunscreens. I’ve heard that tanning is bad for you. Is this true? Tanning provides a wealth of benefits! For more details and scientific research, please visit www.tanningtruth.com. Keep in mind that we also offer UV-Free tanning alternatives, which are a wonderful option in place of or addition to tanning in our regular tanning beds. Please see our stores for details. Does tanning indoors have the same effect as tanning outdoors? Yes. The advantage to indoor tanning is "control." You always know what you're getting from an individual tanning session. It is very precise, calculated, controlled exposure designed to give you a cosmetically pleasing tan without burning your skin. When a customer goes outdoors, he/she places himself in an uncontrolled environment. They don't know how much they are getting and frequently tanning outdoors results in sunburn. How do I prevent "raccoon eyes?" Adjusting the protective eyewear occasionally during a tanning session will help to minimize this condition. The adjustment can be performed by gently sliding the eyewear to a new position. You should never lift the eyewear off of your eyes to adjust their position Can I wear my contact lenses while tanning? Because tanning naturally draws moisture from the body, eyes are sometimes inconvenienced with contacts that lose moisture too. Even with protective eyewear, eyes can dry out a little. If somebody is going to tan with their contacts in, it is recommended that they use moisturizing drops prior to or just after the tanning session to prevent any temporary discomfort. Is it okay for pregnant women to tan indoors? One concern about pregnant women tanning is the heat. Remember that the temperature around the baby remains relatively constant at 98.6 degrees, so the baby can take a little heat, but the same amounts of heat that would cause anyone to be uncomfortable (e.g. sauna, hot tub, hot sun during the summer) will also make the baby uncomfortable. It is suggested that if pregnant, you tan during the morning hours and with a doctor's permission. |
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