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Although I am no dermatologist I can say that I've learned a few things about the sun. I've learned that sun damage is imeasurable and irreversable. So, with summer on the way, I thought you might like to have a quick run down on the latest and best alternatives to the harmful effects of the sun.
Let's begin...
Spray-on tanning booths are designed to deliver a customized, sunless tanning application to each customer based on their body size, skin type, and desired color. The most popular brand of spray on tanning is Mystic Tan, however, there are other spray-tan brands on the market. Be diligent in investigating them all.
Self-tanner (a.k.a. Airbrush Tan or the DHA tan) works by applying Dihydroxyacetone (a colorless kind of sugar) which acts in conjunction with the amino acids and the protein in the skin's outer layer to create a golden-brown shade. Aside from DHA, most airbrush tan products also contain an "instant bronzer" or some sort. It takes practice to get the application even so that your tan looks just right. Some of the most popular brands of sunless tanning gels are St. Tropez's Auto Brozantine Lotion and Whipped Bronze Mousse, and Bain de Soleil's Radiance Eternelle and Streak Garde Creme.
1.) Apply sunscreen. The American Academy of Dermatology recommends the use broad-spectrum sunscreen that blocks both UVA and UVB rays. It should also be hypoallergenic (and noncomedogenic, so
