I have very fair skin as well, and don't really tan (I burn). I use SPF lotions and makeup, so I try to consistently keep my skin protected from the occasional sun exposure (doing errands, for instance). If I am out in the sun for more than 30 minutes, I love to sun bathe..but with protection! :-) The feeling of the sun on my skin feels great, and I use SPF 50 liberally and often.
I recently joined an exercise group outdoors, and forgot to put on my sunscreen one day. It was a one-hour class at 5pm, and the next day I received so many compliments on the slightly-browner skin on my arms and legs. As much as I like the look of myself slightly tan (I have bought into the silly notion that I look healthier), I do not like the look of sun spots on my skin, which I have seen appear more frequently as I age. I would prefer to protect my skin, and if I want that "healthy, bronzed glow" there are some great products (without the orange or fake-bake look) that can be used without the damaging effects of the sun.
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I have very fair skin as well, and don't really tan (I burn). I use SPF lotions and makeup, so I try to consistently keep my skin protected from the occasional sun exposure (doing errands, for instance). If I am out in the sun for more than 30 minutes, I love to sun bathe..but with protection! :-) The feeling of the sun on my skin feels great, and I use SPF 50 liberally and often.
I recently joined an exercise group outdoors, and forgot to put on my sunscreen one day. It was a one-hour class at 5pm, and the next day I received so many compliments on the slightly-browner skin on my arms and legs. As much as I like the look of myself slightly tan (I have bought into the silly notion that I look healthier), I do not like the look of sun spots on my skin, which I have seen appear more frequently as I age. I would prefer to protect my skin, and if I want that "healthy, bronzed glow" there are some great products (without the orange or fake-bake look) that can be used without the damaging effects of the sun.
June 18, 2009 - 3:00pmThis Comment
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