Whenever you get back from a vacation, the first thing family and friends usually comment on is your great tan, or lack thereof. Tanning has been popular since the early 20th century, but the health risks associated with the sun’s UV rays have made maintaining an even tan — much less any kind of tan — difficult, especially for those who live in cold and rainy climates.
Enter indoor tanning salons, which became a popular trend in the ’80s. Now, indoor tanning is a $3 billion-a-year industry in the United States alone.
Since the year 2000, sunless spray tanning has taken the tanning world by storm. It has provided men with a way to get and maintain a healthy-looking, even tan without being exposed to the sun’s rays. What is most impressive is that, unlike previous sunless tanning methods, the effects of spray tanning actually look good.
What is spray tanning?
Spray tanning works by applying a special mist to the body. This mist is sprayed onto the body in a booth, which you can now find at most higher-end tanning salons and spas. The mist emitted contains dihydroxyacetone (DHA), which is a chemical that reacts with dead...