Benefits to Tanning
Distinctive Tan is pleased to present current
and recently published articles containing important information about tanning and your health. New research from around the
world clearly indicates the benefits of Vitamin D from sunshine or its equivalent in the form of controlled exposure to ultraviolet
rays.
As noted professor of medicine Dr. Michael Hollick documents in his 2003 book, "The UV Advantage," brief
but regular exposure to sunshine or its equivalent several times a week can help to ward off a host of debilitating and sometimes
deadly diseases.
From the Island Sun-Times: Tanning's Light Side—With the temperature rising and clothes slowly
shedding, it is normal to want a healthy-looking tan. In recent years, researchers have found that tanning in moderation can
be beneficial, as well as help treat certain medical conditions.
From ABC News: Scientists Say Sunshine May Prevent
Cancer—Scientists are excited about a vitamin again. But unlike fads that sizzled and fizzled, the evidence this time
is strong and keeps growing. If it bears out, it will challenge one of medicine's most fundamental beliefs: that people
need to coat themselves with sunscreen whenever they're in the sun.
From TanningTruth.com: What We Know about the
Positive Effects of UV Light—Dr. Michael Hollick took a big step forward in 2001 in making the case that sun-induced
vitamin D is critical to human health.
From Dr. William B. Grant: New Research Speaks in Favor of Moderate Sun Exposure—Dr.
William B. Grant, Ph.D., an internationally known research scientist who recently retired from NASA’s Langley Research
Center, has discovered that moderate sun exposure, whether natural or artificial, is necessary to fight numerous forms of
internal cancers.
From Medical News Today: Stop Telling People to Avoid Sun - Say Cancer Experts—A reversal of
official advice on the dangers of the sun was called for yesterday in what could lead to one of the biggest revisions of a
health warning in decades.
From NBC News: Are Americans Getting Too Little Sun?—Tamara Smith visits a tanning
parlor when she can’t be outside in the sun. “I’m always indoors. I don’t go outside," says Smith.
From USA TODAY: New Research May Have Doctors Prescribing Sunshine!—No one is suggesting that people fry on a
beach. But many scientists believe that "safe sun"—15 minutes or so a few times a week without sunscreen—is
not only possible but helpful to health...
Vitamin D myths, facts and statistics—Vitamin D prevents osteoporosis,
depression, prostate cancer, breast cancer, and even effects diabetes and obesity. Vitamin D is perhaps the single most underrated
nutrient in the world of nutrition...
Sunshine's role in making vitamin D—Vitamin D is nicknamed the "sunshine
vitamin," because the skin makes it from ultraviolet rays. Sunscreen blocks its production, but dermatologists and health
agencies have long preached that such lotions are needed to prevent skin cancer. Now some scientists are questioning that
advice. The reason is that vitamin D increasingly seems important for preventing and even treating many types of cancer...
From
The New York Times: Sunshine Good Medicine After All (PDF File)
http://www.tanstr.com/pdf/nytimes_brody.pdf
* Please note that although we select these articles from reputable sources, the accuracy of and the opinions contained
in these articles are the responsibility of the authors and publishers, and not of Distinctive Tan
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FAQ Answers
1. WHAT IS THE MYSTIC TAN BOOTH?
The Mystic Tan™ booth is a private, self-contained unit that employs
a revolutionary spray process to apply a uniform amount of tanning solution to the entire body in just seconds. When the tanning
session is complete, the tanner simply steps out of the booth, towels off any excess mist, dresses and exits. The result is
a smooth, natural-looking tan. Top Of Page
2. WHAT IS MAGNETAN TECHNOLOGY?
MagneTan™ technology is our patented process that uses the human body's
own magnetic properties to attract Mystic Tan tanning solution to every exposed surface of the skin. When genuine Mystic Tan
tanning solution passes through the spray nozzles in a Mystic Tan booth, the micro-particles of solution are polarized, taking
on the characteristics of “tiny magnets.” These particles adhere evenly to the skin to create a smooth, natural-looking
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3. WILL MY SKIN LOOK ORANGE?
Not at all. Before Mystic Tan, most self-tanners were creams and lotions applied
by hand. That meant inconsistent coverage. Too much lotion applied in one place left the skin looking orange. Not enough lotion
left unattractive streaks. Hand-held spray-on applicators tend to run and also cause streaking.
Our MagneTan technology
ensures that a uniform micro-spray of Mystic Tan tanning solution covers the entire body in the exact amount required to produce
a natural-looking tan. Top Of Page
4. WHAT SHOULD I WEAR IN THE MYSTIC TAN BOOTH?
Most people wear nothing. Since the room is completely private,
going for an all-over tan is completely up to you. However, if you do wear a bathing suit or underwear, please note that it
may become stained. The instant bronzer we use is water-soluble and should wash out, but the DHA we apply may permanently
stain what you wear during the tanning session. Top Of Page
5. WILL MY SKIN BE WET WHEN I STEP OUT OF THE MYSTIC TAN TANNING BOOTH?
The mist applied in the Mystic Tan tanning
booth is moist and very fine. Tiny droplets remaining on your arms or legs after the session are easily removed by toweling
dry. Don’t worry about wiping off the solution. Toweling won’t streak your tan, and any solution that wipes onto
the towel is excess and will not effect your tan. Just towel off the same way you do when you take a shower. Be sure to towel
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6. HOW LONG SHOULD I WAIT AFTER A TANNING SESSION BEFORE SHOWERING?
To give the DHA enough time to fully set,
we recommend waiting a minimum of 4 hours after tanning. Showering sooner may diminish the intensity of the tan. When you
do shower, the temporary water-soluble bronzer will wash off, but the DHA that creates your longer-lasting tan will remain.
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7. WHAT HAPPENS IF THE MYSTIC TAN MIST GETS IN MY EYES?
Mystic Tan tanning solution has been thoroughly tested
by a third-party lab and the results showed no eye or skin irritation. Mystic Tan tanning solution has been used in more
than two million tanning sessions with no adverse reactions documented. Top Of Page
8. WHAT HAPPENS IF I INHALE ANY OF THE MYSTIC TAN MIST?
While no one should purposely inhale or ingest the Mystic
Tan mist, it is known that DHA (the active tanning ingredient) is a non-hazardous compound and causes no adverse reaction
in moderate quantities when applied topically or even ingested. DHA has been used as a diet supplement in sports nutrition
and is non-carcinogenic. Testing has further shown that DHA is less toxic than aspirin, caffeine, and even common table salt.
Based on our research, the maximum amount of DHA that could accidentally be ingested or breathed during a one-minute Mystic
Tan sunless tanning session would be .05 milligrams (equivalent to less than one grain of common table salt). Ingesting this
minimal amount of DHA should pose no health risk to the consumer. Top Of Page
9. HAS ANYONE HAD AN ALLERGIC REACTION TO MYSTIC TAN TANNING SOLUTION?
The components we use in our solution
have been successfully used in cosmetics and food products for decades, and are proven safe for use on the skin. If you’ve
had previous allergic reactions to self-tanning lotions or cosmetics, you may want to do a “patch test” first.
Put a small amount of Mystic Tan tanning solution on a small area of your skin to test for possible reactions. Top Of Page
10. SHOULD I COVER MY HAIR WHILE TANNING IN THE MYSTIC TAN TANNING BOOTH?
Many customers wear a disposable shower
cap, provided by the salon, to keep solution from getting into their hair. Other customers tan without covering their hair.
The Mystic Tan solution does not penetrate the hair follicle. Top Of Page
11. DOES MYSTIC TAN SOLUTION HAVE ANY SMELL AFTER CONTACT WITH MY SKIN?
Some people notice a slight starchy
smell on their skin a few hours after a tanning session. This is simply the DHA reacting to proteins in your skin, and it
fades away fairly quickly. Top Of Page
12. WHAT’S IN MYSTIC TAN TANNING SOLUTION?
The Mystic Tan tanning solution has three components:
1.
BRONZER: a water-soluble, brown-tinted dye that produces an instant tan. The bronzer washes off in the shower or
bath, without affecting your overall tan.
2. DHA: this is what produces a long-term tan. The use of
DHA has been FDA-approved for decades as an external tanning agent. When applied, DHA reacts with proteins in the skin’s
superficial layer to form a golden brown color. Your skin begins to darken two to three hours after application and reaches
its peak color within 24 hours. The color will gradually fade through natural exfoliation, just like a tan from the sun. To
maintain optimal color, you’ll want to tan every four to five days.
3. ALOE VERA: helps carry
the DHA deeper into the skin and promotes a softer, smoother finish. Mystic Tan tanning contains more than 65% stabilized
Aloe Vera liquid, a natural moisturizer that helps skin draw moisture to the surface. Aloe Vera also softens the skin and
helps smooth wrinkles.
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13. ARE THERE WAYS TO ENHANCE THE MYSTIC TAN RESULTS?
Keeping your skin hydrated and exfoliated prior to tanning
helps your skin absorb Mystic Tan tanning solution. Frequently using moisturizer will help the tan last longer. Apply moisturizer
after showering, but not during the hours between your Mystic Tan session and your shower. (Do not use moisturizers that contain
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14. WILL SWIMMING AFFECT MY TAN?
Swimming in chlorinated water or salt water can bleach the Mystic Tan results,
cause possible streaking, and diminish the length of your tan. However, normal activities such as bathing, showering, or physical
activities will not affect the quality of the tan. Top Of Page
15. HOW QUICKLY CAN I GET DRESSED AFTER A MYSTIC TAN TANNING SESSION?
Once you’ve towel dried, there’s
little chance of any bronzer or DHA getting on your clothes. If you perspire soon after your Mystic Tan tanning session, some
of the bronzer may transfer to your clothing. Since the bronzer is completely water-soluble, it will wash out. Top Of Page
16. HOW MANY MYSTIC TAN TANNING SESSIONS WILL I NEED TO ACHIEVE THE COLOR I WANT?
You’ll be tan after
one session, but it may take additional sessions to achieve your desired color. Once you reach your ideal color, you should
be able to maintain it by tanning every four to five days. Top Of Page
17. IF I TAN IN THE MYSTIC TAN TANNING BOOTH, CAN I ALSO TAN IN TANNING BEDS AND IN THE SUN?
Yes. There is nothing
in the Mystic Tan tanning solution that would prevent you from tanning in tanning beds or the sun. In fact, a number of customers
have found that tanning with UV rays and the Mystic Tan tanning solution actually gives them a better overall tan. If you
plan to use a tanning bed and the Mystic Tan booth in the same day, we recommend that you use the tanning bed first. Remember
however, that the Mystic Tan’s tan does not give you any protection from UV rays. Top Of Page
18. I HAVE FAIR SKIN AND HAVE NEVER BEEN ABLE TO TAN. WILL I LOOK TAN AFTER A MYSTIC TAN TANNING SESSION?
The
Mystic Tan tanning booth was designed specifically for individuals who can't or prefer not to tan conventionally. Top Of Page
19. CAN I USE THE MYSTIC TAN BOOTH IF I AM PREGNANT?
We recommend consulting with your doctor before proceeding
with a Mystic Tan tanning session.
Our new Mystic Tan formula is 20% darker and lasts 20% longer.
Every
Distinctive Tan location features nothing but authentic Mystic Tan tanning mist, so you know that every Mystic Tan at Distinctive
Tan is the genuine article. Aloe Vera, the primary micro-spray ingredient, is a natural moisturizer that softens skin and
fights wrinkles. DHA, the active micro-spray ingredient, has been used in popular self-tanning lotions for more than three
decades. We go out of our way to assure that you have an incredible experience…guaranteed. Top Of Page
