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Suntan Removal

Skin Care

Suntan Removal

Associated to sunburn a tan is an acute inflammatory reaction of the skin when excessively exposed to UV rays or ultraviolet radiation. There are variety of sources for UV radiation besides the sun such as phototherapy lamps, tanning beds and arc lamps. The benefits of exposure to solar radiation are inclusive of vitamin D synthesis but when this is unrestrained, it could have damaging effects. It is also called solarerythema or simply put – tanning.

How does this happen? With over exposure to the sun’s rays the DNA in the skin is compromised causing apoptosis of skin cells, inflammation and redness. The cutaneous blood vessels are vasodilated prompting the erythema. Your skin has been designed to tolerate how much sun it can take. As the intensity of the UVB rays’vary so does the risk of sunburn.