4 types of indoor tanning, risks and essential care

More and more women have been looking for artificial methods to tan their skins and the artificial tanning procedure is one of the best known techniques in the female universe! Learn important details on this subject with dermatologists Dr. Lislane Bomm (CRM-RS 37528/RQE 25135) and Dr. Cláudia Camargo (CRM 5285060-8/RQE:24746).

What is indoor tanning

According to the doctor. Lislane, “artificial tanning occurs when artificial resources (chemical substances and lights) come into contact with the skin to give a tanned appearance”. The practice emerged around the end of the 1960s, when they began to associate skin cancer with sun exposure.

Types of artificial tanning

Some procedure formats to conquer the long-awaited bronze are not indicated, while others give a very good result. Do you know what they are? Next, discover 4 types of indoor tanning and how they work:

tanning beds

The National Health Surveillance Agency (Anvisa) has banned tanning in artificial chambers in Brazil for aesthetic purposes since 2009. According to the dermatologist, “they are a real danger to skin health, as the lamps used in these chambers emit UVA radiation ( 98%), which has a greater power of penetration into the skin and this can cause a lot of damage to those who do it”.

self tanner

It is a procedure performed using a cream with dihydroxyacetone (DHA), which pigments the skin. According to Dr. Lislane, “needs to be spread evenly over the skin to avoid stains and also needs maintenance up to 2x/week, as it goes out over the days by the process of cellular renewal of the most superficial layer of the skin”. Depending on the product used, the value varies from R$30.00 to R$300.00.

spray tanning

The spraying of the pigment takes place through a device (spray or pistol), usually carried out by aesthetic professionals”. According to the specialist, “the product is deposited on the skin, giving the desired color, and the duration is on average 7-10 days and is considered safe when performed with products regulated by Anvisa”. The average spend per session R$100.00 – R$200.00.

tape tanning

Also known as slab tanning, “many consider it very artificial, as it requires the application of a chemical product – such as paraffin – which greatly accelerates the tan”, says the dermatologist. The average expense per session is from R$70.00 to R$100.00.

Now that you know the main types of artificial tanning, which are the most suitable and their specifications, you can look for a qualified professional to tan your skin.

Is it dangerous to do indoor tanning?

There are some short-term or long-term dangers that you need to be aware of if you want to do a tanning bed. Dr. Cláudia Camargo talked about 5 possible risks when performing the procedure. Check out:

• Skin cancer: According to the doctor, “in the case of tanning beds, there are chances of getting skin cancer because of the UV lights and because of the exposure time”. For her, the longer in the chamber, the greater the chances of developing the disease.
• Skin aging: For the doctor, “the rays also penetrate the deeper layers of the skin, altering the collagen and elastin fibers that cause photoaging”.
• Vision problem: In tanning chambers, “if there are no protective glasses, the person can have problems with the pupil, retina and even cataracts”, warns Dr Cláudia.
• Burns: “If the camera is not calibrated or the person extrapolates the time, it can cause skin burns”, says the dermatologist.
• Dehydration: Regarding the prohibited and risky use of tanning beds, Dr. Claudia warns that, “depending on the exposure time in the chamber and if the person is not well hydrated, the body can become very dehydrated with the procedure”.

Now that you know the main risks of artificial tanning, try to take good care of yourself so you don’t have to face the possible problems that the procedure can cause.

Are there contraindications to indoor tanning?

According to Dr. Cláudia, “using products that are not approved by Anvisa and tanning in the chambers are the biggest contraindications”. She also points out that “in relation to jet tanning, it has less risk and fewer contraindications”.

5 precautions you should take when performing the procedure

Knowing the main ways to take care of yourself to perform the artificial tanning procedure is very important. So check out the tips that Dr. Claudia gave and do your procedure in a healthy way:

• Use sunscreen: The doctor says that the use of sunscreen is “essential to not have skin burns”.
• Not using moisturizers before the procedure: Dr. Claudia warns that “these products can cause adverse results on the skin”.
• Not using exfoliants after the procedure: “Exfoliating after tanning can irritate the skin”, says the dermatologist.
• Hydration: So that your skin doesn’t dry out, “try to use hydration products and drink lots of water so you don’t run the risk of dehydration”, guides the dermatologist.
• Do not sunbathe for the next few days: According to the expert, doing so “can irritate and burn your skin even more”.

Interested in learning more about indoor tanning? Now that you have the information you need to prepare for this procedure, be sure to select a good place and a responsible professional. Also know, some beauty rituals that can be bad for your health and that you didn’t even know! Take care of yourself.