Thursday, October 10, 2013

Applying New Sunless Tanning Lotions, Gels And Spray Suntan Creams

By Haywood Hunter


Sunless tanning lotions, gels and creams have become sought after products in recent years. Getting a natural suntan requires several hours in the sun, which is very dangerous over time. There are also individuals that do not tan in the sun. These sunless tan lotions are the perfect solution for safe and fast tans without the risk of sun damage.

Sunless tan products are available in different forms. There are sprays, airbrushing techniques, lotions, creams and gel products. The sunless tanning lotions and creams are a safer option than constant exposure to the sun. Frequent tanners are often advised to use sunless tan lotions and other products to protect their skin from the harmful effects of the sun.

Many of the self-tan lotions contain a chemical named dihydroxyacetone or DHA. This is an FDA-approved product that is applied to the skin. When the dead cells of the skin comes into contact with this compound, the amino acids within the skin cells react causing the skin tone to darken.

The new tanning lotions do not use pigments to provide a tanned skin tone. Tanning pigments often give a very unnatural tan, usually appearing orange in color. They also tend to stain the clothes when applied on to the skin. The new sunless tanning lotions eliminate these problems and are known to provide sun kissed looking tans.

There are several benefits to applying self tanning lotions. A major benefit is the reduction of exposing the skin to UV rays in order to get a tan. Constant exposure to UV rays has been associated with skin cancer. Most of these sunless lotions also contain an adequate amount of sunscreen to provide additional protection.

These products are easy to use and the results are immediate. As soon as it is applied, the skin takes on a natural tan. These sunless tanning lotions are made to be smear resistant so they will not stain clothing. This is a safer and more cost-effect way to receive a tan than visiting a tanning salon.




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