It’s no secret that a beautiful tan can uplift not only the mood but also benefit the human body. The key lies in sunbathing correctly and at the right time. The sun is most intense between 11 am and approximately 4 pm, making it advisable to avoid sunbathing during this period, especially for those with light, sensitive, or dry skin. The optimal times for sunbathing are early morning and from 4 to 6 pm.
Achieving a beautiful tan takes time, ideally 1-2 weeks. Trying to get a tan without burning in a single day is unrealistic. It’s best to start with 10 minutes of sun exposure and gradually increase the duration. Medical professionals recommend a maximum of 2 hours of sun exposure to avoid health risks.
Prior preparation is crucial for successful sunbathing. Preparing the skin, such as using a body scrub, is beneficial. To prevent sunburn, it’s essential to use special emulsions, sprays, and creams that provide protection against harmful UV rays. Starting with a high level of protection, like Daylong Extreme SPF 50+ or Sunkroma SPF 50 PA ++, is advisable. Daylong Extreme SPF 50+ Lotion is a long lasting liposomal sunscreen. The lotion contains photostable filters to help provide effective protection from UVA and UVB rays. This preservative free medication should be used by patients with very sensitive or sun allergic. Sunkroma SPF 50 PA ++ is a tailor made formulation that is both a broad spectrum sunscreen and a skin lightening agent. The SPF 50 gel offers the most potent UV-A and UV-B filters with additional advantages of being a natural skin lightening agent. It is also a water resistant and photostable blend to promote long lasting sunburn and sun tan protection.
Apply the cream 30 minutes before sun exposure, paying extra attention to exposed areas like the nose, shoulders, knees, chest, neck, and earlobes. Moisturizing the lips with a balm is also important. Reapply protective cream after swimming and every 30 minutes. This reduces the risk of sunburn.
During a summer vacation, if you develop a light tan, coconut oil can be used to accelerate the tanning process and moisturize the skin, preventing peeling.
Undoubtedly, the best place to achieve a bronze skin tone is the seashore. Water reflects and intensifies the sun’s rays, aiding in tanning. The skin is exposed to the sun while in the water. Additionally, being near water offers the advantage of higher humidity in the coastal zone, which reduces skin dryness.
Individuals with skin prone to excessive pigmentation should either avoid sunbathing or minimize exposure. Statistics show an increase in skin diseases associated with sunbathing every year. However, it’s important not to completely avoid the sun, as it is essential for life on Earth. Balancing sun exposure and protection is crucial. Choosing self-tanners from the wide range of options available in the modern beauty industry is another way to achieve a beautiful skin tone.