Tanning: its rules, benefits and harms
Summer is approaching, but the sun is already shining actively in some regions, and the temperature outside is such that you can undress and safely go sunbathe. Tan– this is, of course, good, but do you know how to sunbathe properly? Some people are afraid of long exposure to sunlight in order to avoid various diseases, while others, on the contrary, are ready to lie around on the beaches from morning until evening. Where is the truth, let's take a closer look.
The benefits of tanning 
Naturally, one cannot say with firm certainty that tanning is beneficial or say that it is harmful. As always happens, though somewhere in the middle. Sunbathing is beneficial, first of all, because it lifts your mood, activating the hormone of happiness and dispelling depression and melancholy. There is no need to talk about the beautiful chocolate shade of the skin; what representative of the fair sex does not want to look mulatto in the summer.
If you take short-term sunbathing, the body normalizes the absorption of proteins, vitamins, fats, carbohydrates, minerals and trace elements. At the same time, he receives a portion of vitamin D and E. Plus, the immune system is strengthened, mental and physical activity increases.
The sun is good for:
- blood thinning;
- improving metabolism;
- reducing cholesterol in the body;
- saturating tissues with oxygen;
- removal of viruses and bacteria.
Ultraviolet baths are very useful for those who suffer from active acne. Due to sweating and exposure to ultraviolet radiation, the sebaceous glands dry out and the skin peels, which helps the pores to breathe, which is why there are problems after sunbathing with acne and acne passes. Tanning is also beneficial for people suffering from psoriasis.
Harm from tanning 
Being in the sun for a long time can cause you to get burned, which can lead to cancer in the future. Many scientists are of the opinion that prolonged tanning can contribute to the future exacerbation of old diseases and cancerous tumors.
When overheated, profuse sweating occurs, which removes salt and fluid from the body. Naturally, this is not a very good factor, on top of everything else, spending a long time on the beach ages epidermis. Wrinkles appear the skin becomes loose and very poorly regains its original appearance due to the destruction of elastin and collagen by the sun.
Sunbathing is very harmful for people:
- with heart disease;
- with high blood pressure;
- with tuberculosis;
- after a course of chemotherapy;
- with connective tissue diseases;
- with dysplastic nevi;
- suffering from cancer tumors;
- with chronic diseases;
- with pathological abnormalities of liver function;
- with allergic reactions;
- taking antibiotics.
Tanning is dangerous because it can cause deep wrinkles, which are very difficult to get rid of. If a woman has lupus erythematosus, neurasthenia, or cardiovascular disorders, then it is better to avoid being in the sun.
For women expecting a new addition to their family, tanning is also not very useful. It has been proven that exposure to ultraviolet radiation has a bad effect on the nervous system of the unborn baby. And mommy may develop age spots on the face, which may disappear or remain for life.
Tanning rules 
The most effective time for sunbathing is early morning from 8-11 and afternoon from 16-19. The most dangerous period of tanning is the daytime sun, its effect penetrates very deep into the epidermis, which gives rise to photoaging.
It is best to start with 5-15 minutes a day, gradually increasing the tanning time to an hour. After 60 minutes, it is better to move to the shade, under trees, or a canopy; the tan will not go away, but you will not cause any harm to the epidermis.
Don't forget about the cap, hats, scarves and, of course, sunglasses. You should protect your head, retina and area around the eyes to avoid wrinkles and loss of vision.
You should also remember to protect your body; do not forget to apply creams with ultraviolet protection so as not to get sunburned. After swimming, you should first dry off in the shade, and only then go out into the sun. Liquid droplets act like lenses and can cause burns. After sunbathing, you need to use special moisturizing and cooling lotions or creams, preferably with vitamin E.
