We all need a little pick-me-up every now and again, and getting an instant tan is a great way to treat yourself. However, when it comes to super-fast tanning there are a few options available, which ultimately fall under the categories of spray tanning or sunbeds. 

Sunbed tanning is a popular choice for many young Britons, but there are a myriad of reasons why spray tanning is a better option:

Sunbeds can cause irreversible skin damage

While it may be tempting to believe that the tan achieved by lying under a UV light for a few minutes is a healthy and natural glow, nothing could be further from the truth. Ultimately, any bronze tint achieved from a sunbed is a form of skin damage and can open you up to a whole host of health issues further down the line. 

The UV rays of a sunbed break down the skin and cause premature ageing, age spots and potentially skin cancer. In the UK, skin cancer is the most common form of cancer and kills seven people every day [link: http://www.britishskinfoundation.org.uk/SkinInformation/SkinCancer.aspx]. The rising rates of the disease can be attributed to our love of sun bed tanning, and the solution couldn’t be easier: spray tans! 

Self tanning can be done at home

Sunless tanning is surprisingly simple when instructions are followed, and there are a number of different options for application depending on personal preference. From tanning mitts to spray tanning guns, there are some great options on the market for the tanning novice. Check out our range of pro-tanning equipment here: https://www.mytanlondon.co.uk/pro-equipment.html

Spray tans have undergone some serious innovation over the past few years

It used to be the case that spray tans were associated with sticky, orange and smelly skin, but this is simply no longer the case. At My Tan London, our spray tans are made with the highest grade ingredients and are at the cutting edge of the beauty world. They do not contain any parabens, so are perfectly healthy for the skin, and are sure to produce a natural and gorgeous looking tan every time. What’s not to love?