Can you spray tan while you are pregnant? As soon as I found out I was pregnant I stoped going to the tanning bed, and I am getting rather pale. I know I can layout but it is still a little cold for that. I am 11 weeks and 3 days. Thanks for your help.
2007-03-21 05:06:52 · 9 answers · asked by Sara 4 in Pregnancy & Parenting ➔ Pregnancy
yep spray tan is used by a lot of prgnant women i work in a tanning salon and thats what i do now for the sake of my baabys safety the fumes are 100% safe i just hold my breath cuz ick they smell so please take my answer into consdideration and all these ones i am sure will say no but they do not work in a tanning salon i am sure-kristy
2007-03-21 05:10:57 · answer #1 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 2⤋
Well I know this has to do with breastfeeding but it should be similar to pregnancy regarding the absorption:
"The active ingredient in self-tanning products is dihydroxyacetone (DHA). It is derived from sugar cane. This reacts with the amino acids in the upper layers of the skin to produce a tan. No dyes are used, and this is considered to be a safe process.
In general, there is some absorption from any product used on the skin. Only use if your skin is not damaged. There is no evidence that use of skin care products has any negative effect on your nursing baby. When applying to the breast, avoid using around your areola and nipple. Allow to dry thoroughly (about one hour) before breastfeeding.
Remember that your skin will still need to be protected from the sun. Be sure to use sunscreen when you'll be spending time outdoors. Best wishes!"
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2007-03-21 12:34:22 · answer #2 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 2⤋
Why is your skin coloring more important than your baby's health? I'm sorry but I just don't get why people think it is more important to dye their hair and have tan skin than it is to have a healthy baby. The truth is there have not been enough studies done on the long term effects of EITHER. Why not just wait until after you have the baby?
2007-03-21 12:43:18 · answer #3 · answered by autumnofserenity@sbcglobal.net 4 · 0⤊ 2⤋
My doc told me that the Jergens Natural Glow self-tanning body lotion is completely safe. And it works really well. I dont feel like I look orange like some spray tanning does.
2007-03-21 12:11:36 · answer #4 · answered by Nikki 1 · 1⤊ 2⤋
I have a one year old daughter and I spray tanned the whole time, even the day before I had her! She is one year old and healthy as can be!!! Hope that helps!
2007-03-21 12:12:20 · answer #5 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 2⤋
I am 31 weeks and I have used Mystic spary tan a few times. I also bought Jergens natural glow moisturizer, it is awesome. Gives you color with no streaks
2007-03-21 13:27:22 · answer #6 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 2⤋
I would hold off from tanning beds, they already are bad for your insides, so while pregnant I would for sure stay away. I dont know if this is correct but my guess!
2007-03-21 12:10:58 · answer #7 · answered by kaelynnsmommy 3 · 0⤊ 3⤋
I would just start using self taning lotions, but you have to make sure they are OK for pregnant women. I use Bath and Body works True Blue moisturizing self taning lotion with SPF.
2007-03-21 12:11:43 · answer #8 · answered by shanty 2 · 1⤊ 2⤋
Do it! its way better than a tanning bed.They make you look 40 when your actually 30
2007-03-21 12:10:52 · answer #9 · answered by Paige 1 · 1⤊ 2⤋