{"id":769,"date":"2021-10-21T14:26:37","date_gmt":"2021-10-21T18:26:37","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.broadrippletan.com\/blog\/?p=769"},"modified":"2021-10-21T14:28:08","modified_gmt":"2021-10-21T18:28:08","slug":"can-i-use-a-tanning-bed-if-i-have-photosensitive-skin","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.broadrippletan.com\/blog\/can-i-use-a-tanning-bed-if-i-have-photosensitive-skin\/","title":{"rendered":"Can I Use a Tanning Bed if I Have Photosensitive Skin?"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p class=\"has-drop-cap wp-block-paragraph\" style=\"font-size:17px\">Photosensitivity and indoor tanning are not compatible. Continue reading to learn more about the dangers of tanning with photosensitive skin, as well as some safer alternatives to sunless tanning if you suffer from photosensitivity yourself.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.broadrippletan.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/10\/Spray-Tanning-Salon-Broad-Ripple-Indiana.jpg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" src=\"https:\/\/www.broadrippletan.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/10\/Spray-Tanning-Salon-Broad-Ripple-Indiana-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"Spray Tanning Salon Broad Ripple Indiana 317-257-8262\" class=\"wp-image-770\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.broadrippletan.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/10\/Spray-Tanning-Salon-Broad-Ripple-Indiana-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.broadrippletan.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/10\/Spray-Tanning-Salon-Broad-Ripple-Indiana-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.broadrippletan.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/10\/Spray-Tanning-Salon-Broad-Ripple-Indiana-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.broadrippletan.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/10\/Spray-Tanning-Salon-Broad-Ripple-Indiana-1536x1024.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/www.broadrippletan.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/10\/Spray-Tanning-Salon-Broad-Ripple-Indiana-450x300.jpg 450w, https:\/\/www.broadrippletan.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/10\/Spray-Tanning-Salon-Broad-Ripple-Indiana.jpg 1600w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/a><figcaption>Spray Tanning Salon Broad Ripple Indiana 317-257-8262<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h1 class=\"wp-block-heading\" style=\"font-size:25px\"><strong>Photosensitivity is a Sunlight Skin Condition<\/strong><\/h1>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Photosensitivity is a condition that renders the skin extra-sensitive to UV and UVB ray exposure. You can get this exposure from the natural sun, or from an indoor tanning bed. Those who live with photosensitivity experience faster and more exaggerated reactions to sunlight and UV rays, including redness, swelling, epidermal irritation, and of course, sunburn. Sunburns can develop severely if a photosensitive person is exposed to sunlight for an extended period of time without proper sun protection measures like lotion, hats, and clothing coverage.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"has-medium-font-size wp-block-heading\"><strong>Tanning Indoors With Photosensitive Skin<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Although photosensitivity is a condition that renders you extra-susceptible to UV light reactions and burns, you may be able to use a tanning bed if your doctor says it is okay. If you have photosensitive skin, always consult with your physician or medical practitioner before using an indoor tanning bed or tanning in the natural sun.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">In most cases of photosensitivity, skin will not tan properly, so it is not recommended to go tanning at all, under any circumstances. Instead, they should <a href=\"https:\/\/www.broadrippletan.com\/blog\/10-sun-protection-tips-to-live-by\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">avoid prolonged sun exposure<\/a> as best they can, and when forced to be in the sun, always wear sunscreen and cover their bodies with the lightweight, breathable clothing to ensure their skin does not react severely to the UV light exposure.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"has-medium-font-size wp-block-heading\"><strong>Detecting<\/strong> <strong>Photosensitivity<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Not sure if you have photosensitive skin? You do not have to be born with photosensitivity to have photosensitive skin. There are certain medications, products, and even lifestyle choices that can render you more susceptible to UV light reactions. Talk to your doctor to see if there are some tests you can take to determine the level of photosensitivity you experience when exposed to UV light before using a tanning bed or tanning in the natural sun.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"has-medium-font-size wp-block-heading\"><strong>Tanning Alternatives For Photosensitive Skin<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Fortunately, there are several wonderful and effective alternatives to getting a glowing complexion without exposing your sensitive skin to UV light, whether in a tanning bed or out in the natural sun. Consider options such as automatic spray tanning beds and <a href=\"https:\/\/www.broadrippletan.com\/blog\/faqs-about-self-tanners\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">sunless tanners<\/a> to achieve the custom color and depth you desire.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\" style=\"font-size:18px\"><strong>Not sure where to get the best spray tanning service and sunless tanning products in Indianapolis?<\/strong> <a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/www.broadrippletan.com\/contact-us.php\" target=\"_blank\">Contact Broad Ripple Tans<\/a> at 317-257-8262 to learn all about our luxury <a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/www.broadrippletan.com\/spray-tanning.php\" target=\"_blank\">automated spray tanning bed in Indianapolis, Indiana<\/a>. We also offer <a href=\"https:\/\/www.broadrippletan.com\/tanning-products.php\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">sunless tanning products<\/a> and spray tan coupons!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Related Posts:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.broadrippletan.com\/blog\/which-skin-type-are-you\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Which Skin Type Are You?<\/a><br><a href=\"https:\/\/www.broadrippletan.com\/blog\/how-to-tan-according-to-skin-type\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">How to Tan According to Skin Type<\/a><br><a href=\"https:\/\/www.broadrippletan.com\/blog\/tanning-tips-for-sensitive-skin\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Tanning Tips for Sensitive Skin<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.broadrippletan.com\/contact-us.php\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"909\" height=\"387\" src=\"https:\/\/www.broadrippletan.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/08\/Sunless-Tanning-Coupon-Copy-2.jpg\" alt=\"Indianapolis Tanning Salon 317-257-8262\" class=\"wp-image-523\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.broadrippletan.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/08\/Sunless-Tanning-Coupon-Copy-2.jpg 909w, https:\/\/www.broadrippletan.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/08\/Sunless-Tanning-Coupon-Copy-2-300x128.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.broadrippletan.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/08\/Sunless-Tanning-Coupon-Copy-2-768x327.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 909px) 100vw, 909px\" \/><\/a><figcaption>Indianapolis Tanning Salon 317-257-8262<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Photosensitivity and indoor tanning are not compatible. Continue reading to learn more about the dangers of tanning with photosensitive skin, as well as some safer alternatives to sunless tanning if you suffer from photosensitivity yourself. Photosensitivity is a Sunlight Skin &hellip; <a href=\"https:\/\/www.broadrippletan.com\/blog\/can-i-use-a-tanning-bed-if-i-have-photosensitive-skin\/\">Continue reading <span class=\"meta-nav\">&rarr;<\/span><\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":1,"featured_media":770,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[2,124,66,14],"tags":[420,63,423,422,94,424,421],"class_list":["post-769","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-indoor-tanning","category-skin-care","category-tanning-beds","category-tanning-facts","tag-photosensitive-skin","tag-photosensitivity","tag-photosensitivity-facts","tag-photosensitivity-tanning","tag-spray-tanning-indianapolis","tag-spray-tanning-salon-near-me","tag-tanning-photosensitivity"],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.broadrippletan.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/769","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.broadrippletan.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.broadrippletan.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.broadrippletan.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/1"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.broadrippletan.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=769"}],"version-history":[{"count":3,"href":"https:\/\/www.broadrippletan.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/769\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":773,"href":"https:\/\/www.broadrippletan.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/769\/revisions\/773"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.broadrippletan.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/770"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.broadrippletan.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=769"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.broadrippletan.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=769"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.broadrippletan.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=769"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}