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Sunless Tanning – Why Is It Better for Your Skin?

Author: valis101
Monday, March 8, 2010@ 1:38 AM

Sunless Tanning – Why Is It Better for Your Skin?

The sun’s rays are known to be strong, and the damaging effect they have on our skin is permanent. SPF creams and sunblock are widely used today to prevent those harmful UV rays from getting to us. That said, however, we are not less enamored with a tan today than we were half-a-century ago. We want a healthy, light-bronze glow on our skin in summer time, or, if possible, all year long. So we look for options that we hope will not damage or skin and provide us with the color we want. But the truth is – not all tanning is harmless.

If you considered going to a salon that utilizes tanning or sun beds for sunless tanning, you may want to reconsider your decision. According to the US Public Health Service, UV radiation produced by the use of sun lamps and sun beds, causes cancer. The risk of getting cancer from the usage of tanning beds is higher in people over 30. In addition, the overexposure to indoor tanning devices can cause cataracts, suppression of the immune system and premature skin aging. The damage done to skin by the sun lamps can far exceed the damage done by the sun rays while you tan outdoors. For instance, women who visited tanning salon only once a month were 55% more likely to develop melanoma than those who did not. Young women in their 20 were even more vulnerable to the harmful effects of sun bed tanning – their risk of having cancer increased by 150% compared to the young women who did not tan.

Equipped with this knowledge, you may want to start searching for another tanning option, and you’re likely to find that sunless spray tanning is as widely offered in beauty salons across the country as many other options. Put all your concerns aside because spray-on tan is indeed the safest alternative to sunbathing. Tan sprays that are on the market today contain dihydrixyacetone – DHA – which is a chemical derived from glycerin and is completely safe when used externally. The way the spray tan works is very simple. DHA reacts with amino acids of dead skin cells and produces a temporary color change. The bronzing effect lasts for up to ten days (depending on skin type), fading gradually as new skin cells continue to form. DHA is the only FDA-approved skin-tinting additive. Spray tans that contain DHA do not age your skin or cause skin cancer. It is not recommended that DHA is used internally, so avoid having sun tan get into your eyes, nose or mouth. Wear protective goggles and a nose clip while you are sprayed.

Voted by Citysearch as one of Top Ten Salons for sunless tanning in 2009, the José Luis Salon provides beautiful tan in minutes without any damage to your skin. The salon uses Sun FX tanning solution, which is one of the best natural sunless tan products on the market today. The José Luis Salon’s team of tan artists is ready to transform your skin and offer suggestions on before- and after-tanning treatments.

Something Old, Something New

Author: admin
Wednesday, February 11, 2009@ 12:04 PM

Something Old, Something New

MaxwellScottBags.com is a little bit of the old country on the internet. Maxwell Scott produces handcrafted leather handbags and briefcases using contemporary British designs and old world Italian processes.

Each of Maxwell Scott’s bags starts with hand-selecting first quality hides from Italian suppliers. These hides have no blemishes or irregularities that plague other lower-quality products. The hides are then vegetable tanned, a time-consuming process handed down in Tuscany through generations. Vegetable tanning uses natural tannins that seep deeply into the hide, not only preserving it but also softening and strengthening it at the same time. Vegetable tanning is used only on the finest quality leatherware and Maxwell Scott understands that an investment in patience at the beginning of the process results in years of benefit. Leather bags look better as the years go by as colors deepen and the natural wear develops. The vegetable tanning process increases the strength and durability of the bags so that they will last virtually a lifetime. Scuffs and marks easily buff out of the leather and tears are almost unheard of with the strength of the Maxwell Scott leather.

Maxwell Scott bags come in many sizes, styles and colors. They offer several designs of handbags, doctors bags, flight bags and luggage. For business professionals, there are corporate planners and briefcases. Colors include Classic Tan, Dark Chocolate, Navy and Black. Maxwell Scott’s bags are complementary and look nice together in a set. You can purchase one today and continue to add to your collection over time.

Maxwell Scott products can be given as gifts as well as kept for oneself. A quality leather bag or wallet shows the recipient that you care about quality and longevity. The business items such as the corporate planner would make a great gift to a new graduate, one he or she will cherish for many years. Maxwell Scott can also personalize bags with your company logo to give as awards or promotional items. For those looking for something completely unique, they can custom design a leather product for you.

Ordering from the Maxwell Scott website is easy. Each item is described in detail with pictures showing detailed colors, styles and stitching. Orders over £100 are shipped free in the UK via UPS within 1 to 2 days of ordering. International shipping is also available and purchases can be made in euros, pounds or dollars. The company offers a 30 day money-back or exchange guarantee on all of its items, a feature that proves the company stands behind the quality of its products.

The Maxwell Scott website is a treasure chest of ideas for gifts for friends and family. Their quick shipping allows for last minute gifts that still convey thoughtfulness. You will, however, be drawn back to the website time and time again for leather bags to add to your own collection of Maxwell Scott. Their common sense durability coupled with their stylish looks will make you want to never buy a handbag anywhere else.