A sun (or tanning bed) induced tan is your body's defensive response against damaging ultraviolet radiation. The only truly safe way to bronze your skin is to use a self tanning product at home or to get a spray tan.
How can I tan safely?
Is there such a thing as a safe tan or is my only safe choice to get a self tanner product?
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