Studies in the 1960s on the effects of sun exposure and tanning beds led to the rise in popularity of self-tanning and sunless tanning methods. These allow people to darken their skin through safe products rather than unsafe UV exposure. Carotenoid products are most effective as they contain beta-carotene which tans the skin through deposition and is both natural and permanent. Special pills can also be taken to change skin tone through beta-carotene but may have side effects if taken excessively. Other products use ingredients like dihydroxyacetone or canthaxanthin which is typically used to produce color additives and deposits under the skin for a tan effect. However, these options do

1. Some time around the 1960s, studies by health officials rela
and sun exposure and sunbed impacted the way many peo
Following this study, the emergence of self tanning, or sunle
popular. These methods and products allowed individuals to
similar way, without the high risk of side effe

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3. Carotenoid-based products are the most effective for these
they contain beta-carotene, which is both natural and perma
are found naturally in fruits in vegetables, they are what g
colors.

4. Special pills can be consumed to change the appearance of
Typically these pills have beta-carotene. This active ingredi
linked to side effects, but when taken excessively, may lead t
skin tone.

5. There are also pills that contain an ingredient called canth
typically used in the production of color additives for specific
ingredient has been consumed, it deposits through the body
below the skin, turning it a orange or brown shade. Howeve
been linked with several side effects such as damage
system, canthaxanthin retinopathy and hepat

6. Other products exist for this purpose. These products may in
such as dihydroxyacetone, DHA, Tyrosine or Afamelanotide
bronzers that are an option for temporary tans. These produ
forms: moisturizers, mousses, lotions, gels, powders,

7. An important fact regarding these sunless options is that the
protection. Individuals seeking protection should invest in su
Keep in mind that tanners may cause an allergic reaction and
fabrics.

8. A popular alternative to outdoor tanning and sunbeds is calle
method can produce results that are similar to, if not the
than, results seen from using a sunbed or sunbathing. Plus, i
as harmful of effects. Most sunless techniques involve a top
special pill.

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