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News India Live, Digital Desk: Sun exposure: Often we think that it is nice to become a little ‘tan’ in the sun, or it is healthy for our skin. Some people deliberately sit in the sun for tanning. But do you know that there are many things about tanning that we believe in truth, but they are just myths? Today we will expose 5 such big myths, so that you can protect your skin from damage!
1. Myth: Tanning is healthy or it is good for vitamin D.
Truth: This is the biggest lie! Many of us believe that having ‘tan’ in the sun is healthy or it is good for vitamin D. But the truth is that tanning is a loss to our skin cells (cells). When the skin color changes, it means that it is trying to protect herself from the harmful UV rays of the sun. It increases the risk of cancer, not beauty. A little sunlight is fine for vitamin D, but staying in the sun until tan is not empty of danger.
2. Myth: Applying sunscreen does not cause tanning at all.
Truth: This is also a misunderstanding. Sunscreen does not completely protect you from tanning, but it reduces the effect of UV rays. Sunscreen function is to protect your skin from UV rays, such as sunburn and skin cancer. Even after applying it, you need to prevent sunlight. And yes, do not forget to apply it again every 2-3 hours, especially if you are sweating or in water.
3. Myth: ‘Base Tan’ prevents sunburn.
Truth: Some people try to take ‘base tan’ before going on holidays, so that there is no sunburn later. But this is a dangerous thinking! The ‘base tan’ gives your skin just as much protection as SPF 3 or 4, which is almost negligible. This is simply damaging your skin and increasing the risk of skin cancer. The best way to avoid sunburn is complete security.
4. Myth: Only straight incense tanning.
Truth: Often people think that if there are clouds or inside the house, there will be no tanning. It’s not like that! UV rays can also cross the clouds. UV rays also reach you and tanning by colliding with surfaces like water, sand or ice. Your skin can be tan even when sitting near the window, because UVA rays can pass through the glass. Therefore, beware of indirect sunlight.
5. Myth: Dark skin does not need to prevent sunlight.
Truth: This is a very big and dangerous misunderstanding! Even though deep -colored skin is not easily sunburn, UV rays harm it equally. The risk of skin cancer occurs to people of all skin tones, just its symptoms are less visible on the dark skin or they are delayed. Therefore, whatever your skin color is, it is necessary to prevent sunlight.
So the next time you go out in the sun, forget these myths and take your skin safety seriously. Only the correct information can keep you healthy and safe!