How Your Skin Type Affects Your Tan: What You Need to Know

How Your Skin Type Affects Your Tan: What You Need to Know

Did you know your skin type plays a big role in how you tan? At GetTheTan.com, we want to help you tan smarter and safer. Understanding your skin is the first step to achieving that perfect, even glow!

What Are Skin Types?
Skin types are based on how your skin reacts to sun exposure. Some people burn easily, while others tan quickly. Knowing your skin type helps you choose the right tanning routine and products.

The Six Main Skin Types

  • Type 1: Very fair skin, burns easily, rarely tans.

  • Type 2: Fair skin, burns easily, tans minimally.

  • Type 3: Light to medium skin, may burn a little but tans steadily.

  • Type 4: Medium to olive skin, tans easily and rarely burns.

  • Type 5: Darker skin tones, tans easily with minimal risk of burning.

  • Type 6: Deeply pigmented skin, very rarely burns, tans easily.

Tanning Tips for Your Skin Type
If you’re fair-skinned, start with very short sessions and use a gentle indoor tanning lotion. If you tan easily, you can build your color faster — but still take it slow to protect your skin!

Choosing the Right Products
At GetTheTan.com and GetTheTan.supplies, we offer a range of indoor tanning lotions and aftercare products suited for every skin type to help you glow safely and beautifully.

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