Other beta-carotene-rich foods, such as sweet potatoes and spinach, can have a similar effect.
Social media users claim this can produce a “natural tan” for your skin.
But is changing your skin tone through diet a safe option?
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We talked to experts about what you should know.
Can Carrots Change Your Skin Tone?
Eating a few carrots daily can impact your skin tone over time.
But you’d have to eat that many every day for weeks before you might see changes.
It won’t just rub off or fade away after a week, Czerwony added.
It may take several months to go back to the original skin tone."
How Does Beta-Carotene Affect Your Skin?
Diet-associatedcarotenemiais technically a sign ofbeta-carotenetoxicity, although it is generally considered a benign condition, Parker said.
Can Other Foods Turn Your Skin Orange?
Carrots are not the only foods high in beta-carotene.
Some fruits and vegetables containing high levels arent even orange, Parker said.
If consumed in high quantities, the skin can develop a yellowish cast.
What Is the Safest Way to Tan?
Sunbathing to get a tan can cause serious skin damage and increase your risk of developingskin cancer.
So, what is the best option if youre looking to avoid a pale skin tone?
Whatever you do, avoid the tanning bed, said Parker.
It works by reacting with amino acids on the skins surface to darken it temporarily.
That said, having tanned skin is not necessary.
