Tips for Sunless Tanning
September 18, 2008
Sunless tanning is an alternative way to sun bathing because in this you don’t need to expose yourself to the harmful UV rays of the sun for long hours to give your skin a tanned tint. You can use sunless tanning products. This method is usually considered a safe alternative to sun bathing.
How it works
Sunless tanning products are also known as self-tanners or tanning extenders. The products can be creams, gels, lotions or sprays. The active ingredient used in these products is dihydroxyacetone (DHA). This ingredient reacts with the dead cells of the skin and darkens them thereby causing the skin to have a tanned look. This darkening of the color wears off with time once the dead cells are removed. Hence, in most of the cases the tanning remains for 5 to 7 days.
Outcome
Usually the result of these products is visible within an hour and the full result can be seen within 8 hours to 24 hours. One can opt for a full body tan for an even color through spray-on tanning in a professional salon or spa. In this case one needs to be careful when the spray is applied to the face since it can penetrate the eyes or can be inhaled.
Proper application
For best results it is advisable that one chooses a natural tint which is light or medium toned. Before using the product, the skin should be thoroughly washed and cleaned. The sunless tanning product should be applied evenly. After the product is applied, you should wash your hands so that they are not darkened unevenly and in excess. Instead, cotton balls should be used to apply the tanner on the hands. One should wait at least 15 to 20 minutes for the skin to absorb the tanner.
This method is quite effective in giving the skin a tanned look and is opted by many people nowadays as an alternative to sun bathing.
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