There can be a lot of misunderstandings about how safe it is to get a tan.

As a dermatologist, I love to debunk tanning myths. Read on to test your knowledge and learn the safest ways to get tanned skin if you choose. (Hint: you can use these safe tanning methods year-round!)

Myth: It’s possible to get a tan from the sun safely.

Fact: There is no safe way to get a tan from the sun.

Skin tanning is caused...