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The benefits
of indoor tanning versus outdoor tanning are widely
discussed in the cosmetic and health industries.
It is ultimately up to you to decide which method
is healthy and convenient for you.
When you visit an indoor tanning facility, your
skin produces a tan in the same way that it does
when you bask in the sun -- through the absorption
of ultraviolet light.
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one of the dangers of outdoor tanning is exposing
yourself to too much ultraviolet light. Climate
changes in the atmosphere that has many of
us slathering on sunblock and sunscreen before
we step outside in the hot sun. |
One of the benefits of indoor tanning versus outdoor
tanning is that it allows you to control the amount
of UV light that you are exposed to, so that you
do not get a sunburn or prepare your epidermis for
a predisposition to skin cancer.
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cannot control harmful UV rays from the sun
anymore than you can control the weather.
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If you compare indoor tanning versus outdoor tanning,
outdoor tanning is actually one of the most unreliable
ways to achieve that perfect tan. It is, however,
a reliable way to achieve a sunburn.
Waiting for a reddish burn to fade to a brown accelerates
the aging process.
Indoor tanning equipment utilizes the same two kinds
of ultraviolet light, UVA and UVB rays that are
emitted by the sun. Indoor tanning procedures are
highly regulated by government agencies in both
Canada and the United States and the equipment is
designed to mimic the effect of sunlight.
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times are determined by equipment and trained
professionals that take into account previous
tanning sessions as well as the tanner's skin
type. This minimizes the possibility of the
kind of skin damage that is common with outdoor
tanning. |
Convenience may also be a consideration when it
comes to deciding whether indoor tanning versus
outdoor tanning is best for you.
Depending on weather conditions and government warnings
that are issued about the strength of harmful UV
rays emitted by the sun, it might not be possible
for you to achieve that polished bronze look in
time for that important meeting.
One of the main benefits of indoor tanning versus
outdoor tanning is that safe regular doses of ultraviolet
light are prescribed for you in a controlled environment
that suits your agenda.
Indoor tanning versus outdoor tanning is also a
great help for those suffering from diseases, such
as psoriasis or osteoporosis, as UV rays assist
the body in manufacturing the Vitamin D it needs
to allay such conditions.
This is a great benefit to individuals who need
to "take their solar vitamins" regularly and are
unable to do so on a rainy day.
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session in an indoor tanning facility is an
intelligent way to maximize your health while
at the same time minimizing your risk of sunburn.
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The many benefits of indoor tanning versus outdoor
tanning, which also include prevention against wrinkles,
should be carefully considered the next time you
are tempted to slather on sunblock and lie out in
the sun.
© 2004 Angela Maroevich. All Rights Reserved.
About the Author:
Angie Maroevich (everyone calls her Angie) is a
salon owner, athlete, dog lover, and all around
nice gal.
http://www.tanning-advisor.com
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