r/tanning

Can someone explain the tanning thing

I went on holiday last year and tanned really well, i was putting on SPF 15 - 30 . now i'm on holiday again and i've burned all over and i've been using spf 50. I just don't understand how a higher spf can make you burn more? Of maybe the spf has nothing to do with it and the UV is different

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u/SuitCultural7041 — 15 hours ago

New to tanning beds, advice for newbies?

Hello everyone! I am new to tanning beds, I’m getting married in July and I wanted to start building my tan now. I just went for my first session today and I did 5 minutes. I didn’t use any lotion, the employee at the salon didn’t tell me about lotion until after but I didn’t end up buying one because I wasn’t sure which one would be best. I’m very pale and I have a tendency to burn, so I’m being cautious. Is going once a week enough to establish a base tan, or do I need to go more? What lotions would you recommend? And any other general advice for a newbie bride who doesn’t want to look like a ghost on her wedding!

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u/AppropriatePool6260 — 1 day ago

On my 10th tanning bed session, haven't burnt bad but how long should I wait between sessions with redness and slight itch?

u/bbyangelxo — 1 day ago

Face tans worse why?

Guys my arms are not very tanned either compared to many others but at least they are a lot darker than face and neck. Hands , which i wash more than the face, aswell, so more washing is not the reason. Pf course i also dont wear any make up or sunscreen in face only. Any idea? I wish the face was more similar to the arms, it would look a lot better imo. Physical fitness? Last months i havent done any sports but i believe.the same issue was when i did sports aswell. Should i use self tanner?

And of course i wasnt only sitting head down either, in fact i was a few times on the balcony and faced the sun directly yet it wont tan aswell. Could diet be an issue or allergies? Many things to consider 😒

u/Wonderful-Advice-306 — 16 hours ago