
Tan Lines Are Trending on TikTok—Here’s What Science Says About 'Safe Tanning'
What your tan isn't showing
A new mobile application, 'SunSafe,' is being promoted as a tool to help individuals achieve desired tan lines through guided sun exposure. The app, as demonstrated in recent promotional material, offers personalized tanning routines based on user-selected goals, such as achieving a long-lasting tan, and desired skin shades. Users are guided through steps that include applying sunscreen and body oil, along with timed instructions for sun exposure on different parts of the body. The 'SunSafe' app also features a skin analysis tool, providing users with information on their skin age, freckle presence, tanning level, skin evenness, recovery needs, and potential sun damage. The developers state the app aims to personalize sun safety experiences.
What your tan isn't showing