For thousands of years humans have laid themselves out under sunny skies to enjoy the warmth and the feel-good factor the sun can provide. Going in and out of fashion during various periods, the most recent Western trend since the 50s has been ‘in’. Asians are more slowly catching on to the trend, but a growing trend it is becoming in Asia as well. People need to beware of excessive exposure resulting in painful sunburn, as well as the long-term health risks associated with excessive long-term repeated exposure, like skin cancer.
Recent research has pointed to many positive health benefits associated with vitamin D3 production which results from UV exposure. For a more complete review, please visit and www.suntanning.com.hk.