CINCINNATI - For the last few years all we've been hearing is go
for the spray tan if you really want to look bronzed and protect
your skin from UV rays. Now, the safety of the chemicals used in
the spray tans are under investigation. An ABC investigation
found that the sprays contain a chemical called dihydroxyacetone
(DHA), that has been shown in studies to cause genetic mutations
Experts say these compounds could promote the development of
cancer or malignancies. Researchers are calling for more
research on spray tanning. There have been no tests conducted on
humans yet. The Food and Drug Administration approved DHA for
use in tanning lotions, but it has not approved it for use in
spray tans. There is also a concern about DHA causing lung
cancer if it is inhaled. Experts stress it is very important to
protect your eyes, mouth and nose so you do not inhale DHA when
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