Self-tanner is the safe way to get a summer glow, and we asked dermatologists and tanning experts to explain how exactly self-tanner works, plus how to use self-tanner on your face to ensure a natural-looking, successful tan.
Self-tanners can give your skin a glow without damaging it. An expert shares how to apply and remove them, plus the best self-tanners for your face and body.
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May is National Skin Cancer Awareness Month. About 5 million people every year or 10,000 people every day are diagnosed with this disease.
It’s the most common type of cancer in our country. And although there are many conditions that lead to a diagnosis, you can prevent potential damage by protecting your skin as the weather turns warm.
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A sun-kissed glow makes any skin look more radiant and youthful. But that short-term tan from a day in the sun could have long-term consequences, such as a higher risk of skin cancer and premature aging. “A natural tan is a sign of DNA damage,” explains Deanne Mraz Robinson, MD, a board-certified dermatologist based in Westport, Connecticut.
The best self-tanners are an easy way around those problems, offering that coveted golden aura without forcing you to subject yourself to the sun s UV rays. But as anyone who s tried them before can tell you, self-tanners can be intimidating, too, often leaving behind streaks, stains, and weird smells.