Sun Tanning & Burns
By admin on Mar 24, 2009 with Comments 0
Tanning and Burning (Effects PROS CONS of tanning or sun exposure)
When the skin is exposed to the sun for a prolonged amount of time it susceptible to being tanned or burned. During this process the rays from the sun are cause capillaries located beneath the surface of the skin to burst, which creates a golden color or burnt skin. Some people with fair or light skin types burn quickly, whereas those with darker skin may take longer to tan or burn.
For those who tan or spend time in the sun regularly it is important to understand their skin type and its effects in the sun. The sun has Vitamin D, which tanners can benefit from, providing them with elements for bone, teeth, and joint, and as well as calcium absorption. Tanning is also believed to help individuals who suffer from Seasonal Affective Disorder that produces feelings of being healthy and happiness from the light. Tanning is also correlated with feeling youthful and refreshed, which can help with some individual’s self-confidence. Tanning is also believed to relax moods and produce the pigment melanin that has elements to protect the skin from being burnt and over exposure. Of course, tanning isn’t harmful if done a few times, but the majority of tanners are repeat offenders, which can lead to harm in the future.
The downside to tanning and getting burnt has dangerous, if not deadly side effects. Though the skin turns golden tanned skin is thought of to be damaged and is susceptible to skin burns and exposure to UVA and UVB rays. Burnt skin can be painful and cause redness and blisters. Long-term effects range from wrinkles, age spots, premature aging, and skin cancer. Skin types that are sensitive such as types 1-3 should avoid tanning and getting burnt and pretty much unprotected exposure to the sun. Tanning is also believed to aggravate individuals with acne, especially when taking mediation since they can react negatively with ultraviolet light. Additionally, tanning is associated with eye damage, which can cause cataracts, burns to the corneas, and retinal damage.
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