Will Tanning Help with Acne?

Myth: Getting a Tan Helps Clear Up Skin.
Fact: Even though a tan may temporarily cover the redness of acne, there's no evidence that having tanned skin helps to clear up acne. People who tan in the sun or in tanning booths or beds run the risk of developing dry, irritated, or even burned skin.

Can sunbeds help with acne?

Additionally, the only effect a tanning salon can have on acne is to darken the skin, thus making blemishes and pimples become less obvious on the surface of the skin. According to research by the American Academy of Dermatology, tanning beds do not help acne.

Can I tan my face if I have acne?

How do I fake tan with acne? Fake tanning your face when you have acne is pretty much the same as fake tanning your face if you didn't have acne. It's best to use a fake tanning product for the face that's non comedogenic, which means that it doesn't contain oil that will block the pores and cause further acne spots.

Marcus Vance

Marcus Vance

Cybersecurity & Digital Privacy Researcher

Marcus Vance is a cybersecurity auditor and technology writer dedicated to educating the public about online safety, data privacy regulations, enterprise security, and emerging cyber threats.