Month: December 2023

Your skin is your largest organ and biggest form of protection against bacteria, chemicals and temperature. At Aura, we are delving into the world of skin and body confidence, where we have been discovering how spray-tanning has improved the lives of many, and help fight their own daily skin anxieties.

Follow us on our journey, to obtaining that radiant glow inside and out! 🤎

Thank you to all who have contributed so far to this educational and inspirational journey!

Friday Facts 😳

• Did you know if you use a sunbed before the age of 35, it increases your risk of skin cancer by 75%?
• Did you know, there are more skin cancer cases due to indoor tanning than there are lung cases due to smoking worldwide?
• More than 2 people die of skin cancer in the USA every hour.
• Having 5 or more sunburns doubles your risk for melanoma.
• One study observing 63 women diagnosed with melanoma before age of 30 found that 61 of them (97%) had used tanning beds.
• Skin cancer rates are higher in women than in men before age 50, but are higher in men after age 50, which may be related to differences in recreation and work-related UV exposure. It is estimated that melanoma will affect 1 in 27 men and 1 in 40 women in their lifetime.

Aura is very aware of the effects of long term overexposure to UV rays from the sun and indoor sun-bed tanning and have decided that this summer, it’s time for all of us to start caring for our bodies with the right sun protection and looking to other safer alternatives to achieving that beautiful summer glow!

Yes they are, spray tans are for everyone! 😊

Spray tans for men are growing in popularity…Let’s face it, there is something undeniably sexy about glowing, bronzed skin. A sun-kissed glow can instantly make any guy appear more youthful, healthy and in better shape. Unfortunately, the simple act of tanning—whether in a tanning bed or sunbathing—can lead to skin cancer and premature wrinkles. To avoid the consequences of traditional tanning methods, many guys are now turning to spray tanning as an alternative.

Spray tanning for men is simple, fast and helps you achieve a healthy glow without the unfortunate side effects. If you’re concerned about coming out looking too orange, we’ve got the tips you need to get a natural look from your spray tan session.

Here are several things you need to know to get a natural-looking spray tan:

• Due to the increased risk of skin cancer in men, spray tans are far more preferable to sunbathing.
• The best way to achieve a natural look with a spray tan is by doing careful research beforehand and talking to your chosen spray tan artist about your desired look.
• Prepping your skin properly before your spray tan session is key to preventing streaks and spots, as human skin sheds around 30,000 to 40,000 dead skin cells per day, so exfoliating beforehand is very important.
• Don’t forget to shave and remove any excess oil by using a daily acne scrub prior to your spraytan consultation.

Step out your comfort zone and book your man tan today.

Unfortunately, there is no such thing as a safe tan when it involves UV rays from the sun or indoor sunbed tanning. The UV radiation that reaches the Earth’s surface is mostly UVA (95%) and some UVB (5%).

Even on a cloudy day, you can be sunburned by UVB radiation. UVB is the ray that burns your skin and UVA is the ray that damages your skin.

Sunbeds, sun lamps and tanning booths gives out the same type of harmful radiation as sunlight. UVB have higher energy levels than UVA rays, and typically damage the outermost layers of your skin, causing sunburn. These rays directly damage DNA and are the cause of most skin cancers. The increase in skin pigment, called melanin, which causes the tan colour change in your skin is a sign of damage. Why it happens: Once skin is exposed to UV radiation, it increases the production of melanin, in attempt to protect the skin from further damage. This skin cell damage not only increases your risk of developing skin cancer but also accelerates wear and tear on your skin, such as wrinkles and sagging.

AURA says protect your skin with sun protection daily to maintain healthier, younger skin, whilst staying hydrated throughout the day!