Self tanning dangers
New research suggests fake tans *might* be just as dangerous as getting bronzed out in the sun.
Dihydroxyacetone, better known as DHA, is the active ingredient in self-tanners and spray tans.
A new panel of scientists says it has the potential to cause genetic alterations, damage and even cancer.
Some say self-tanners in cream form are the most safe because they’re applied on the outer layer of dead skin cells.
Meanwhile, there’s long been concern in the scientific community about spray tanning because you can inhale the particles.
