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Tuesday, November 10, 2015

The Best Self Tanning Lotions Give You Great Tans Without The Danger

By Haywood Hunter


The sun's UV rays may produce a lovely tan however they can also do considerable damage to the skin, which causes premature aging and even skin cancer. Yet people still desire the look of a sexy, bronzed tan, which is where using the best self tanning lotions comes in. These products are the perfect solution for achieving a deeper skin tone for those who are naturally fair or simply don't want to risk harming their skin.

Many different manufacturers offer consumers a line of self tanners and all claim to be the best, so it can be a bit of work to identify the one that works best. Reading online product reviews can useful to give one some idea as to which tanners are rated the highest by other users and which ones are better to avoid. It's always best to opt for a natural formula that won't dry out the skin and produces a natural skin tone that isn't too orange.

Sunless tanning products can be purchased in forms such as mousses, sprays, and lotions, but overall the latter are the most popular and easier for even a new user to apply evenly without getting streaks. With all types, it's advisable to dress in darker clothing after application since the product may cause fabric discoloration.

Most formulations contain the active ingredient dihydroxyacetone or DHA. This sugar-derived substance reacts with the upper layer of skin cell to create a darker pigmentation that will last for up to one week. The deeper the tan the product claims to produce, the higher the concentration of DHA it contains.

In order to get the best results possible when applying a sunless tanning product, one should first thoroughly exfoliate the skin. Scrubbing away dead, dry patches with a loofah for several days before using the tanner will help one achieve an even color free of any darker spots, which often occur in places where dry skin is concentrated.

A colored tint is blended in with many sunless tanning products in order to make it easier for people to apply it to their skin. If not enough or an excessive amount has been applied it will show up more easily so streaks will be less likely. The tint is temporary though, washing away after bathing, the DHA is responsible for the true color.

When applying the self tanner, users should wash or wipe off the palms of the hands or wear gloves to avoid them becoming stained. It may be necessary to get another person to apply the product to one's back and usually the face should be treated with caution when applying tanner, it's best to use a formula made especially for faces to get good results.

The aroma of sunless tanners does not appeal to some users, and this tends to be more of an issue with those formulas which are largely artificial. Choosing product lines that are primarily formulated from natural ingredients generally smell less strongly and the typically pleasant scent they do have, will usually fade in minutes.




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