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hello
i want to know the oral & topical treatment for sun tanning.

[Bhupinder Kaur, MD]

Hello,
Tanning is the process whereby skin color is darkened or tanned. It can be caused by exposure to UVA and UVB rays but it is not without side effects and is a potential carcinogenic. Some people darken their skin using sunless tanning (also known as self-tanners)and using products containing DHA but FDA has strictly warned against these products. Some people use make-up to create a tanned appearance. Another option is to tan using a tanning bed or sunlamp. Many sunless tanning products are available in the form of creams, gels, lotions, and sprays that are self-applied on the skin. Another option is the use of bronzers which are cosmetics that provide temporary effects. But anything should be used only under a medical supervision of your doctor.

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