At first, limit your bare skin exposure. Try 10-20 minutes, then get out of the sun. Do this by putting on clothing (long sleeves/pants/sun hat) or getting in some shade. Do this every few days (depending on your skin) until you start to build a tan. Then you can slowly increase the amount of time you spend in the sun.
If you're very pale you can tan by getting small amounts of sun regularly. Any more and you'll burn. 20 minutes a day lying in the sun will probably do it.
How can a pale person safely use a tanning bed? Start with low minutes in a bed. Use a hypoallergenic DHA bronzer. If you burn, don't go again the next day. Start in the level 4. Always wear eye protection. Use lidocaine spray for burns. Don't shower for 3-6 hours after your session. Don't wear jewellery on the sunbed.
According to Dr. Peter Katz, board-certified dermatologist with Forefront Dermatology, “there is no such thing as a healthy or safe tan. Tanned skin is a result of damage to the skin cells, your skin producing pigment in response to UV damage in an attempt to protect itself.
Fruit and veg that's high in beta carotene, which can help you tan, but without burning. Beta-carotene is widely recognised as being an excellent antioxidant that fights free radicals and reduces skin damage and oxidative stress on the skin, helping limit the harmful effects of UV light.
Papaya: Like carrots, orange fruits and vegetables, such as papaya, help to enhance your tan naturally thanks to its high beta-carotene levels. Melon: This refreshing fruit, rich in antioxidants and beta-carotenes will help you to keep your golden skin tone.
The duration of your session depends on your skin type and tanning experience. Beginners should start with 5-7 minute sessions and gradually increase the time as their skin builds tolerance.
Fair Skin: If you have fair skin (skin type 1 or 2), your skin is more sensitive to UV and prone to burning. You may need to start with short, low-intensity sessions and gradually increase the time. Trying to tan too quickly can lead to burning, which will hinder your tanning progress.
Papaya tan accelerating cream is great for developing a base tan for all skin types, and excellent for fair skin that tans with difficulty. Damaged skin will also benefit from this tan accelerator because it contains papaya oil, which is rich in antioxidants that combat free radicals resulting from UV rays.
Fair skin can tan under the sun, but only with care. Start with short, consistent exposure, about 10-15 minutes a day during safer times like early morning or late afternoon. Always wear sunscreen (yes, even when aiming for a tan) and reapply it as directed.
Coconut oil absorbs really well and enhances the tan due to stimulating the production of melanin in the skin. It also protects the skin from photoageing, minimises the risk of sunburn, nourishes and hydrates the skin, prevents dryness, tightness and flaking, and boosts the skin's elasticity and firmness.
The best known of all is certainly beta-carotene. It is the precursor of vitamin A that stimulates the production of melanin and that helps minimize the aggressive action of sunlight on the skin.
Boost Your Beta-Carotene Intake
Foods rich in beta-carotene, like carrots, sweet potatoes, spinach, and kale, can give your skin a natural glow while enhancing its ability to tan.
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The professional indoor tanning industry promotes and teaches what we refer to as The Golden Rule of Smart Tanning: Don't ever sunburn. The indoor tanning industry has been more effective at teaching sunburn prevention than those who promote complete sun avoidance.
Avoid wearing make-up, perfume or deodorant on the day of the tanning bed session. That's because these chemicals can negatively impact the even result of the final tan. For the same reason, please don't wear watches or jewellery.