All About A Sunless Tanning Lotion

By Haywood Hunter


Following the trend of bronzed, glowing skin has been made easy with the different formulas of sunless tanning lotion available on the market. They can give you the look without exposing you to the cancer-causing rays emitted by the sun. Here are some guidelines on how to make your experience with choosing and using a sunless tanning lotion more pleasant:

First things first, choose a sunless tanning lotion that does not contain animal proteins. You will not only be supporting the ethical treatment of animals, but also buying a product that is free the infamous strange smell that the average sunless tanning lotion has. If your skin is naturally pale, choose a shade that is only slightly darker than your own color to avoid ending-up with an orange undertone due to oxidation.

Prepare your skin properly two to three hours prior to using the sunless tanning lotion. This can be done by removing any body hair that you may have as well as the dead skin on the surface. Gently exfoliate your skin with a soft sponge under the warm water, shave using a razor with a sharp blade, then pat it dry to create an even surface for the application of the sunless tanning lotion.

Sunless tanning lotion can be applied anywhere on your body, avoiding the area of the genitals. If you are going to apply a sunless tanning lotion on your face, make sure you drag it down to your neck and your chest area if they are going to be exposed. Before applying the product onto your arms and legs, rub some regular body lotion onto your elbows, knees, and feet. This will prevent the sunless tanning lotion from settling into fine lines and looking unrealistic.

A sunless tanning lotion is very likely to stain your hands. To avoid that, invest in a box of latex gloves from the medical supply store and put them before using the fake tan. For added protection, wash your hands with soap every several minutes.

For an even application, rub a thin coat of the sunless tanning lotion all over your skin and let it dry for several minutes. Keep in mind that the color of a sunless tanning lotion does not start developing until 3-6 hours later. This means that you should not try to add more layers if you do not see your desired skin tone within minutes.

Choosing a sunless tanning lotion with some tint to it will give you a temporary tan that will help you avoid streak lines and missed spots. It will later on develop into a long-lasting tan. A creamy formula, as opposed to a spray tan, makes the process even simpler because it gives you greater control over the amount of tan to use.

If your sunless tanning lotion is not completely dry when you put on your clothes, it is very likely to rub off onto them. In you read the directions on the back of the box, they will tell you exactly how much time the sunless tanning lotion needs to be absorbed by your skin. Wait about double that time, then put on some dark, loose-fitting clothes and you will be ready to go with a beautiful glow.




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