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Is it okay to sunbathe while on your period?

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Plastic surgeon
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Last reviewed: 04.07.2025

Every girl at least once wondered whether it is possible to sunbathe during menstruation in the sun. And this is not surprising, since very often due to climate change, the hormonal balance is disturbed, and menstruation begins earlier, leaving an imprint on further rest. Despite the variety of hygiene products that allow you to feel comfortable, many do not dare to sunbathe.

Contraindications to tanning:

  • Pulling pain in the lower abdomen.
  • Deterioration of general well-being.
  • Heavy discharge.
  • Diseases of the genitourinary system.
  • Risk of bleeding due to overheating of the body.

It is also important to consider the fact that due to a temporary decrease in the production of melanin, which is responsible for the formation of a tan, the skin loses its natural protection from ultraviolet radiation. Because of this, it is almost impossible to get an even skin tone.

If the above contraindications are excluded, then you can sunbathe during your period, but you should follow these recommendations:

  1. It is better to carry out solar procedures in the first half of the day, that is, before lunch or in the evening, when solar activity decreases.
  2. During rest, you should drink more liquids. This is necessary to cool down the overheated body and protect against dehydration.
  3. You can't use sanitary tampons. Due to the heat, pathogenic microorganisms develop much faster, which increases the risk of inflammation. It is better to sunbathe with pads.

Based on all of the above, it is impossible to give a clear answer to the question about sunbathing during your period. Since everything depends on many factors, primarily on your well-being, age and general health. Some gynecologists still advise to refrain from ultraviolet radiation during your period. Explaining this, the temperature rises during this period, so staying in the heat for a long time can lead to a deterioration in your health and even heat stroke.

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