Self-tanners

Are self-tanners safe? Chevy Chase dermatologist, Dr. Margaret Sommerville answers this common question.

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July 29, 2014

The answer is yes.  There have been very few reported cases of allergic reactions to self-tanning creams, however the incidence of these reactions may be under-reported.  The active ingredient in self-tanning creams is dihydroxyacetone (DHA) which is considered nontoxic. The staining reaction occurring with DHA is limited to the very top layer of the skin, stratum...  read more


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