Tanning is the skin's reaction to ultraviolet (UV) radiation. When skin is exposed to UV rays, cells called melanocytes produce the brown pigment melanin, which darkens the cells of the epidermis. This darkening of the skin cells is the skin's natural - if imperfect - defense against further damage from UV radiation. Now a days tan skin is a fashion statement. However we must know is tanning safe for health? Let's check out what experts has to stay about this.
Different Forms of Tanning
Outdoor Tanning: Sun-tanning outdoors is obviously the most common path to getting a tan. It's natural, relatively free. To achieve a nice bronzed healthy tan, keep safe by not over doing the amount of time you spend in the sun. However this is the most uncontrolled method of tanning. Even when sunscreen is applied, no one can be sure how strong the sun's rays are on any given day and whether the right sunscreen protection level is being used.
