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UV TANNING

Some individuals tan for psychological reasons such as a way to heighten moods or boost their self-esteem. Others tan for physiological reasons such as helping their bodies to produce vitamin D. Whether you tan indoors or outdoors, the process is still the same.

how your skin tans

Tanning takes place in the skins outer layer: the epidermis. About 5% of the cells in your epidermis are special cells called melanocytes. When exposed to UVB (building) rays, melanocytes produce the pigment, melanin, which is then absorbed by other skin cells. When exposed to UVA (bronzing) rays, the melanin darkens. This darkening is your skins natural way of protecting itself, creating a tan!

how your skin tans

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You need more than UV light to achieve a beautiful and long-lasting suntan. Professional indoor tanning products play an important role in the tanning process. Ask a Silver Lining Tanning associate for help determining the best tanning regiment to get you the best sun tan possible.

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These are called “pressure points”, where the most amount of pressure is on your body when reclining in the bed. The blood flow is constricted in those areas and that is why they don’t seem to tan at all. Your best bet is to alternate your positions when tanning.

These are called “pressure points”, where the most amount of pressure is on your body when reclining in the bed. The blood flow is constricted in those areas and that is why they don’t seem to tan at all. Your best bet is to alternate your positions when tanning.