Looking for a warm glow? More than a million Americans choose to tan indoors every day. However, many of these people are unaware of how dangerous tanning is, even though they are frequently warned about its effects. Recent studies have shown that there are more cases of skin cancer linked to tanning than there are cases of lung cancer linked to smoking. Tanning is a quick way to get darker skin. Darker skin is desirable for several reasons. People just want to be different. The company encourages people to buy products they think they need. Bleaching agents are also available for people who want lighter skin. Specifically people other than Caucasians. There was a time when being “right” was more desirable. The women wore bonnets and hid from the sun under parasols. Tanning feels good. Tanning is almost like a spa treatment. You can lie in a warm bed and relax during the time you spend in bed. For a few hours after tanning, you still feel hot. You almost feel like you're glowing. Tanning also provides your body with vitamin D, making you feel more energetic. On a public online forum, people said things like: "Tanning is part of our vain and brainwashed society" as well as "It makes you look slimmer and hides stretch marks!" » Some people tan so they don't have tan lines that draw attention to their imperfections. Tanning is another opportunity to spend time with yourself. In today's crazy world, people are very busy and spend a lot of time doing the things they need to do. For some people, getting a tan is like getting a manicure or a facial. This is the time when people can “improve”. It can also be a moment of calm that people greatly appreciate. A million people tan every day. It's about... middle of paper ...... ter risk of melanoma. The first signs may appear in one or more atypical moles. This is why it is so important to know your skin well and recognize any changes in the moles on your body. Melanoma is the deadliest type of skin cancer. If detected as early as possible, the survival rate can be 95%. But in its final stages, the survival rate is only 5-30%. If you want to protect your skin, you must actively work to keep it safe. When you know you're going to be in the sun for long periods of time, you should apply a strong sunscreen, with an SPF of 35 or higher, every few hours. You should also try to protect your skin from the sun with clothing that covers you. Seek shade on your picnics and find fun indoor activities. While these are helpful, the best option is to avoid tanning beds and long days in the sun..