Darkened or tan skin naturally occurs after exposure to ultraviolet (UV) rays. However, lying under the sun can be time-consuming and result in inconsistent coloring. Because of this, more and more ...

"Tanning bed exposures are often thought of as a substitute for natural UV radiation despite differences in the maximum doses, UV content, body sites exposed, and patterns of melanoma that arise," ...

The American Academy of Dermatology supports the use of sunless tanning products as a safe alternative to UV tanning; however, it is unclear whether the use of sunless tanners alters risky behaviors ...