Suntanning in 20th Century America

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"This history examines the twentieth century suntan as a social and scientific phenomenon. Beginning with the years 1900-1920, it debunks the myth that changing attitudes toward the tan sprang largely from the world of fashion. Initial pro-tanning medical hype, emerging negative opinions, the development of sunscreens, the debate over sunscreen efficacy, and the sunless tan"--Provided by publisher.

subjects: Sun-baths,  Sunscreens (cosmetics),  Solar radiation,  United states, social conditions,  Suntan,  History,  Health aspects,  Heliotherapy,  History, 20th Century,  Sunlight,  Adverse effects,  Sunscreening Agents