How to get a healthy tan?

i like being tan, but aware of risk that i could get skin cancer. what's a healthy way to get a tan?

1 answer to “How to get a healthy tan?”

A: I see many patients who think getting tan by using...

David Goldberg, MD

I see many patients who think getting tan by using sunscreens is a healthy approach. I’m sorry to say that it’s not! When selecting a sunscreen, it is important to look for a product that contains both UVA and UVB.

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