Calypso Original Carrot Oil | No SPF | Accelerates tanning | No Self tan | 200ml

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We also spoke to three dermatology experts to discuss important health factors to consider when selecting tanning oils. The experts we spoke to included: Creating a DIY carrot oil will also allow you to see exactly what's going into your tanning oil, making it easier to determine what it's safe for. That being said, it does take a while to make properly, so try and prepare your oil a few weeks in advance of any holidays. While it has its own benefits for our complexions, carrot seed oil has no known SPF content and therefore should not be used purely for the benefit of tanning. You can add a drop or two to your existing moisturiser for some additional benefits, though. As a dermatologist, we always promote that the natural color of your skin is the most beautiful,” says board-certified dermatologist Scott Paviol. “‘Tanning’ is really your skin adapting to injury, specifically DNA damage, which increases the likelihood of future skin cancers by making more melanin. Therefore, any activity that you engage in where the goal is to tan the skin via sun exposure or a tanning bed is increasing your risk for skin cancer, and I don't advocate that.”

Carrot seed essential oil is a powerful antioxidant, used extensively in skincare and haircare products to help protect us from environmental damage - including damage from UV rays. The debate surrounding whether or not carrot oil works as a tanning agent will likely rage on for a while, but that doesn't mean there's any harm in trying it. So long, of course, as you're using it with SPF too. So, what's the deal? Is carrot oil good for tanning? Does carrot oil darken skin in the way the interest claims it to? We'll be targeting all your frequently asked questions right here. What's the difference between carrot oil and carrot seed oil?

Does carrot oil help you tan?

Hawaiian Tropic Dark Tanning Oil is naturally scented with papaya, passion flower, and other scents, contains moisturizing ingredients, and leaves the skin feeling silky smooth. We also like Australian Gold Dark Tanning Exotic Oil thanks to its non-greasy formula. Don't forget to layer sunscreen on top of these products to protect your skin while sunbathing.

Firstly, it's important to distinguish the differences between carrot oil and carrot seed oil. Carrot seed oil is an essential oil extracted from, as the name suggests, the seeds of carrots ( Daucus carota). The number one risk of using tanning oil is developing skin cancer and melanoma,” says Markowitz. She adds: “The number one cause for skin cancer is cumulative UV exposure over time, and this occurs with tanning and burning. While a sunburn has the added immediate discomfort, tanning has the same negative long-term side effects as a sunburn does. Even if you don't develop skin cancer over time, sun exposure can lead to premature aging and skin damage.”Many tanning oils don’t include SPF protection, but that doesn’t mean you have to go without. Some come with the most basic levels of sun protection—we’re talking SPF 5 here—while others get up as high as SPF 25, which is high for a tanning oil. Consider your skin’s needs, and remember that adequate protection should always be prioritized. When it comes to tanning, understanding the distinction between carrot oil and carrot seed oil is crucial. First of all, carrot seed essential oil sadly won't help your tan. Like all essential oils, carrot seed is extremely potent and should never be applied to the skin undiluted. It's also a good idea to perform a patch test before using carrot seed oil anywhere on your body. Most of the tanning impact from carrot oil will also be a result of its natural colour, which will leave a slight bronze on the skin with frequent application.