Wednesday, November 6, 2013

Facts To Know About Using A Self Tanner

By Haywood Hunter


There are many people that are more conscious now than in the past about the safety risks of tanning. This explains why more and more people are looking to turn to using self tanner as an option for attaining the golden glow they would have gotten from the sun. Many facts can be learned about this kind of product and that is what is discussed further below.



A self tanner provides people with the sun tanned look without exposing the body to the harmful rays of the sun. There are various kinds of these items on the market and are found in creams, gels, lotions or sprays. The kind a person chooses is all a matter of personal choice.

Salons are also around that offer spray on tans for the entire body. This kind of self tanner can be very expensive but for people that have money it can be a great choice to opt for. Places that provide this kind of service can be found all over the world and generally are through spas, salons and tanning places where this kind of service is a priority.



The main ingredient in these products is dihydroxyacetone or DHA. This ingredient works is by reacting with the outer cells of the skin that are dead. When applied to an area it darkens the way the skin looks for a short period of time, usually a few days. There is no need to worry about showering as a self tanner does not wash off it wears off over the course of time.

Most self tanner products like this will go on the skin clear and change color within a few hours. It can take a full 24 hours for the full color change to take effect. It usually works better on people that have medium skin tone and no freckles.

Following the instructions that are provided with a self tanner is very important in order to get the right results. They are an excellent way for achieving that sun kissed glow without endangering the body. Be sure to protect the eyes, nose and mouth as there is no facts to determine what if any dangers could occur if it is ingested.

If you plan on being outside after using a self tanner be sure to apply sunscreen. Most of the self tanners available do not contain any kind of sunscreen and thus they will not provide the protection the skin needs from the harmful UV rays of the sun. When it comes to sunscreen it is better to use more than enough then too little.

There is a lot of other information about self tanner products that can be found on the internet. Browse websites and message boards as they contain a lot of information and some of it is from people that have been in this kind of situation before and have experiences that they want to share with others. Once this information is read and people have all of the answers they want they can opt for the best product to suit their personal situation.




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