About Sunless Tanning Products

By: Felecia Drake | Nov 12 2012 | 500 words | 1647 hits

Self-tanners or Sunless tanning products as they are also referred to are quite popular today. A tan has long been considered a sign of beauty, but, unfortunately with all the knowledge of the harmful effects of the sun, very few people want to risk the dangers of sun bathing. The market is flooded with sunless tanning products and it is important to know what products to choose when you choose a self-tanner.

To start when you begin to shop for sunless tanning products you will find that the products are available in many different forms, such as, lotions, creams, gels, sprays and mousses. You will likely read a great deal about the advantages of a self-tan verses sunbathing. Self-tanning products are the healthy alternative to the sun. These products can be used year round without any negative consequences. On the other hand, the sun poses a great number of threats to the individual, which includes the deadly cancer, melanoma.

Self-tanning products can be used on both the face and the body and those that apply the tanning products will discover that within a few hours they will begin to see the tan. Within 24 hours they will have the full results of the product, which will last for seven to 10 days. For those that love a beautiful tan year round, sunless tanning products are a wonderful solution.

Self-tanners, as mentioned earlier, come in lotions, gels, sprays and mousses. The most popular of the products is the lotion which is one of the easiest forms to apply. When you look for a sunless tanning product, you want to look for a product that contains dihydroxyacetone, which is responsible for the bronzy brown tan.

There are also different techniques that can be used to apply the products such as through the application of an airbrush, which, is often the means that professional salons use.

Prior to applying your sunless tanning product, make sure to read the label and the instructions, thoroughly. This will ensure the best results from your application. You will need to bathe or shower prior to applying the product and will need to exfoliate the skin where you will apply the product. By scrubbing away the dead skin cells the sunless tanning product will work better and last longer. Also, pay attention to all safety measure that the product has stated on its label and ensure that you follow them.

Sunless tanning products vary in cost, but, you will find that most are reasonably priced. It will all depend on the brand, however. Online is one of the best sources to shop for sunless tanning products and you will find a number of online storefronts that offer the products. These products are regulated by the FDA which ensures their safety.

Another tip when applying a sunless tanner is to test a small area of your skin prior to applying the product to the entire body or face to ensure that you are not allergic to the product or have a negative reaction to the product.

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