Treating Skin Conditions and Tanning with Personal Sunlamps

Wavelengths from the sun can start a chemical chain reaction in your body that produces Vitamin D. Vitamin D deficiencies may help explain some cases of autism, breast cancer progression, prostate cancer and other illnesses. It can boost bone strength by encouraging the body to absorb calcium. Vitamin D may also help ward off diabetes, multiple sclerosis, gum disease and some cancers.

Taking Vitamin D supplements can be helpful, but very little is actually absorbed from most marketed vitamins. Sun rays can help boost Vitamin D very effectively.

The sun's rays are also shown to help with Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD), which is caused in part by limited sun exposure. Think of it this way - a lot of people get depressed around the holidays, when they stay inside more due to the cold. A little sunshine can go a long way.

Sunshine, without massive humidity conditions, can also inspire you to get up and go. A sunny day can make everyday tasks a lot less onerous to pull off.

And of course, some people just like a good tan.

   Osteoporosis is commonly caused by a lack of vitamin D, which greatly impairs calcium absorption.

   Sufficient vitamin D prevents prostate cancer, breast cancer, ovarian cancer, depression, colon cancer and schizophrenia.

   "Rickets" is the name of a bone-wasting disease caused by vitamin D deficiency.

   Vitamin D deficiency may exacerbate type 2 diabetes and impair insulin production in the pancreas.

    Obesity impairs vitamin D utilization in the body, meaning obese people need twice as much vitamin D.

   Vitamin D is used around the world to treat Psoriasis.

   Vitamin D deficiency causes schizophrenia.

    Seasonal Affective Disorder is caused by a melatonin imbalance initiated by lack of exposure to sunlight.

   Chronic vitamin D deficiency is often misdiagnosed as fibromyalgia because its symptoms are so similar: muscle weakness, aches and pains.

    Your risk of developing serious diseases like diabetes and cancer is reduced 50% - 80% through simple, sensible exposure to natural sunlight 2-3 times each week.

   Infants who receive vitamin D supplementation (2000 units daily) have an 80% reduced risk of developing type 1 diabetes over the next twenty years.

Some of us work all day inside and miss the best parts of the sun's journey. Some of us simply enjoy the night more than daytime and loathe the idea of getting up during the morning hours. Some of us live in places where periods of time outside can actually be unhealthy. Whatever the reason, it can be nice to have a source of the sun's beneficial rays that can be used inside a home or anywhere else with a power outlet.

You may also need more sun if: you live in a northern climate, can't go outside, it's cold, you have a natural Vitamin D deficiency, you like to tan, you're highly allergic to outside allergens, you live in a place with a lot of smog, you work nights and sleep days or you find yourself depressed and there appears to be no reason.

There are several types of sunlamps available that are relatively affordable and easy to use. We'll go over a few of them.

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This table model sunlamp includes: UV eye wear, warranty and FDA card, instructions and a reorder form.

The Del Sol features a new electronic digital timer control with LED readout. It is simple to operate, just push the button to set the time. The digital timer shuts off the unit at preselected exposure times. It's UL listed and made in the USA. The head will point at any angle, providing options for your tanning positions.

The UV output from the Del Sol is approximately UVA 70-75%+/- and UVB 25-30%+/-. It is effective for tanning, treatment of skin conditions like psoriasis and Vitamin D production.

Features:

• Digital timer
  
• Auto start (No "Start" Button)
  
• 800 watts of tanning power at 14 inch distance
  
• Table top only
  
• UL listed
  
• 12"L x 9"H x 7"H
  
• Six month warranty
  
• 110V/120V
  
• Dimensions: 11"H x 9.5"W x 15.25"L

For more information, visit Del Sol Sunlamps at Promolife

The Riviera is just like the Del Sol but without the digital features. It is packaged with UV eye wear, warranty and FDA card, instructions and a reorder form. UVA=60-70% and UVB=25-30%.

Features:

• Manual Start (Just set the timer and press the start button for approximately five seconds)
  
• 10 Minute Automatic Timer
  

• 800 Watts of Tanning Power at 14 inch distance
  
• Table Top Only
  
• UL Listed
  
• HI-Tech Matte Black Finish
  
• Six month warranty
  
• 110V/120V
  
• Dim: 11"H x 9.5"W x 15.25L
  
• MADE IN THE USA.

For more information, visit Riviera Sunlamps at Promolife

The Tan Master has an 800 watt high intensity mercury vapor floor stand sunlamp (for skin conditions, Vitamin D and tanning) and a 600 watt radiant heat lamp (to relieve and soothe tired, aching muscles). It has a three way adjustable heavy duty tripod floor stand that features height and tilt adjustments for compact storage. It has an automatic shut-off timer for preselected tanning times and an all metal case with warm red lettering. UL Listed. Made in the U.S.A.

Note: Heat lamp and sunlamp cannot be used at the same time.

Key Benefits:

• Personal Tanning
  
• Maximum flexibility and portability
  
• 800 watts of tanning power at 14 inch distance
  
• 600 watts of radiant heat to soothe muscles
  
• 10 Minute (adjustable) timer
  
• Only need 10 minutes per day!
  
• Dim: 24.25"H x 8.5"W x 15.5"L
  
• Weight: 14 lbs.

For more information, visit the Tan Master Sunlamp at Promolife

The Acapulco is a floor stand sunlamp with 800 watts of power. The tubular steel tripod stand adjusts for height and the lamp head angles for desired body coverage. The electric timer shuts the unit off automatically at preselected exposure times. It has an attractive high tech matte-black finish with warm lettering. Protective eye wear, instructions and warranty are included. UL Listed. Made in the U.S.A.

Key Benefits:

• More convenient than our table top model
  
• 800 watts of tanning power at 14 inch distance
  
• Tan those "private" places
  
• Fill in those tan lines
  
• Get a head start on summer or keep a tan all year long
  
• Black only
  
• Dim: 24.25"H x 8.5"W x 15.5"L
  
• Weight: 15 lbs.

For more information, visit Acapulco Sunlamps at Promolife

The Sentosa Sun is an 800 watt floor model facial sunlamp with a new electronic digital timer control with LED readout. It has simple push button operation. The digital timer shuts off the unit at the preselected exposure time. UL Listed. Made in the USA. Packaged with UV eye wear, warranty and FDA card, instructions and a reorder form.

Features:

• New Digital Timer
  
• Also Available without Floor Stand
  
• Auto Start (No more "Start" Button)
  
• 800 Watts of Tanning Power at 14 inch distance
  
• Freestanding Unit, comes with Black Stand
  
• UL Listed
  
• Black only
  
• Six Month - Manufacturer's Warranty
  
• 110V/120V
  
• Head Unit - 12"L x 9"H x 7"H

For more information, visit Sentosa Sunlamps at Promolife

The D/UV Lamp is intended for individuals who may not be able to receive enough sunlight exposure or tolerate Vitamin D supplemented foods. Treatment time is five minutes, three times per week for maximum Vitamin D absorption. This lamp is made in accordance with FDA regulations.

Key Benefits:

• Table top appliance with chrome stand
  
• 5 minute timer controls time of exposure at 20 inch distance
  
• Multi-faceted reflector - UL listed - 110V
  
• Protective eyewear included
  
• 3 month warranty - Made in the USA

For more information, visit Vitamin D Sunlamps at Promolife

The Psoriasis Phototherapy Lamp is an ultraviolet medical device intended for the treatment of mild or localized psoriasis. Its high intensity Mercury Vapor Lamp emits both UVA and UVB which allows it to be used, under a physician's direction, for both types of phototherapy.

This is a registered FDA medical device, and as with all ultraviolet medical devices of this type, a physician's approval or prescription is required. It is a condition of sale that the lamp be used only in conjunction with the advice and supervision of a medical doctor. The Durable Medical Code is E1399 or you can obtain a Procedure or Modality number from your doctor. UL Listed. Made in the USA.

Features:

• Lamp with adjustable timer
  
• 800 watt bulb (more intense than other models with same wattage)
  
• Automatic 10 Minute timer
  
• Three-Way Adjustable Floor Stand or Table stand model
  
• Table stand for easy packing
  
• Professional matte black finish
  
• Folds for storage
  
• Operates on standard 110V AC
  
• UV Blocking Eye wear with adjustable headband and nose piece - REQUIRED for the patient and all people in the same room
  
• Instructions are included, although the time and frequency of the therapy should be only at the discretion of a physician
  
• Warranty included
  
• Comes with an FDA card and a reorder form

For more information, visit Psoriasis Phototherapy Lamps at Promolife

While all of these sunlamps are very beneficial and can help with skin conditions, emotional and mental disorders and bump up your Vitamin D production, there can always be too much of a good thing. You should always use these lamps only for the recommended treatment times. It is better to slowly tan over a couple of weeks than to get there in one day and potentially harm yourself. It is always recommended to speak to a doctor before starting any health regimen.

If you have any questions, feel free to call us at 888-742-3404 (479-442-3404 outside of the US), or email us at info@promolife.com. If you leave us your number, we'll call you!