As a dermatologist, I see patients every day who want to achieve a tanned skin tone, an ideal that has long been associated with health and beauty. But the truth is that the sun, which is needed for the formation of vitamin D in the skin and the regulation of our circadian rhythm, is also one of the biggest risk factors for skin damage. Prolonged and repeated sun exposure leads to premature skin aging, pigment spots and an increased risk of skin cancer, including malignant melanoma, a more serious form of skin cancer.
UV radiation damages the skin's DNA, and this damage can accumulate over time. A tan is actually the skin's way of signaling that it has been damaged. That's why I always recommend that my patients use sunscreen all year round, especially during the summer months, and to avoid tanning beds altogether.
Despite the risks, many people still want to have a tanned skin. In this case, sunless tanning products can be a much healthier alternative. They often contain DHA (dihydroxyacetone) which reacts with the skin's surface proteins and provides a temporary color without causing cell damage. The result can be very natural, but many experience unevenness, streaks or spots, especially in hard-to-reach areas such as the back.
It is also common for my patients to ask how to apply sunscreen or emollient cream to their backs themselves, especially those who have eczema, psoriasis or other skin conditions that require daily treatment.
Here are smart solutions that make life easier. With the help of a back rub, you can reach your entire back yourself, whether it's applying sunless tan, sunscreen or moisturizer. The best thing is that the same tool can be used for multiple purposes: as a bath brush, back rub and sunless tan applicator.
Would you like to try a convenient and hygienic solution that helps you reach your entire back yourself? Then our Evolvience Reach back lotion applicator could be just what you need.
Easy to use, easy to clean and perfect for both skin care and sunless tanning.
