Glow With Self Tanning Lotion

By Haywood Hunter


People will go through great lengths to obtain a body color that looks like they have spent hours basking in the sun. Not everyone has the time to spend laying out, not to mention that exposure to UV rays can have many negative health repercussions. To get that golden glow with none of the risks, a self tanning lotion is a wonderful alternative.

Sunburns, spots of discoloration, leather skin and melanoma are just a few of the risks one takes when opting to lay in the sun. UV bulbs are just as dangerous, as they may increase one's chances of getting cancer by up to 75%. There are products available that can deliver a deep tan in a safe way.

These products are available may be purchased as mousses, milks, gels, creams or sprays. Those made as lotions are simple way to obtain and maintain deeper skin tones in the privacy of one's home. Getting just the right hue that is going to look natural and last longer is a process that gets easier the longer it is practiced.

Having all the proper tools handy before beginning the process can lead to more pleasing results. One thing that is key to a good color is making sure one allows plenty of time. It can take between one to two hours to apply a smooth, even coating and allow it to dry completely so as not to get any of the coloring on towels, sheets or clothing.

Exfoliating the day of the procedure, as well as a few days prior, removes old skin cells and leaves behind a new layer that is ready to absorb the product. Moisturizing the whole body but concentrating on trouble spots like the knees, elbows and ankles, daily during the week before application is important, as is making sure any shaving is performed at least an hour before beginning. These steps are key to priming the dermis to hold color longer and more evenly.

Start by making sure one's hair is pulled up and back out of the way, that the body is completely cool and dry, and that there is no steam or moisture in the application space. Gloves should be worn to protect the palms and make the color look more natural. Moving slowly and concentrating on one area at a time, apply the product in broad, even swipes in a uniform direction.

Some sections of the skin tend to naturally be darker than others. Areas like the knees, ankles and elbows have thicker dermal layers with deep lines which retain more pigmentation than the thinner sections. Tanner should be mixed equally with moisturizer when applying to these harder zones in order to avoid getting a look that appears dirty.

The longer one allows the skin to dry naturally, the better the results tend to be, though a minimum of fifteen minutes drying time is required to complete the process. If dark spots or streaking is noticed, a shower or damp cloth can usually even them out quickly. A more natural, less orange hue can be built by applying a thin coating of tanner every day or so rather than a single thick application.




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