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These myths of tanning can harm your skin, know the truth

Samira Vishwas | June 13, 2025 5:24 AM CST

In the summer season, the color of the skin is deepened, ie tanning is considered a common thing. However, many people connect tanning only with the blackness of color, while the reality is much deeper than this. When the upper layer of our skin – which is called epidermis – comes in contact with the ultraviolet (UV) rays of the sun, the pigment called melanin starts to form in large quantities, which shows a dark color on the skin.

The problem is not just with tanning, but with the misunderstandings about it. Many times, people believe things about tanning without complete knowledge and take care of their skin accordingly, which can prove to be harmful later. Let’s know 5 big myths about tanning and their truth:

1. Myth: Tanning occurs only in summer
Truth: It is wrong to assume that tanning occurs only in summer. Even the light sunlight or cloudy sky cannot stop UV rays. Whenever your skin comes in contact with the rays of the sun, tanning can occur, whatever it is.

2. Myth: Those whose skin is already dark do not have tanning
Truth: The effect of tanning on the dark skin may be less visible, but this does not mean that UV rays do not affect it. Every skin tone can be damaged by the sun's rays, whether it is fair or dark.

3. Myth: Applying sunscreen can avoid tanning completely
Truth: Sunscreen protects the skin from UV rays to an extent, but it does not provide 100% protection. It is necessary to choose the right SPF, reapply every 2-3 hours and use sunscreen according to skin type.

4. Myths: Tanning immediately removes tanning by applying lemon-basan
Truth: Home remedies such as lemon and gram flour can give relief for a short time, but are not able to completely remove tanning. Excessive use can cause skin irritation, dryness or rashes.

5. Myth: Once the tanning is removed, it will not be again
Truth: Even after removing the tanning, if you do not protect against the rays of the sun, then tanning can happen again. Protecting the skin from the sun is necessary in every season, so that frequent tanning can be avoided.