Excessive exposure can destroy the resilient fibers of the lower skin layer, thereby causing the top skin layer to sag. Thus, elastosis or wrinkling appears. UVA rays, if not blocked by pigmentation and skin thickening in the outer skin layer, can penetrate to the dermis and destroy skin elasticity.

WHY DOES A TAN DISAPPEAR?

A tan disappears because the top layer of your skin replaces all of its cells every 28-30 days. Keeping your skin moisturized, will prolong a tan, however a tan can be maintained only by repeated exposure to UV light.

I AM PREGNANT - CAN I TAN INDOORS?

There is no current scientific and/or biological reason why a pregnant woman cannot tan indoors or outdoors. There is some concern that the heat build-up that occurs when tanning indoors or outdoors may adversely affect some pregnant women, just as a sauna or jacuzzi might. It is recommended that pregnant women consult their physician before tanning indoors or outdoors.