Friday, October 27, 2017

Glow With Self Tanning Lotion

By Haywood Hunter


Some people find it extremely important to look as if they have practically lived on the beach, soaking in the sun. However, perfecting color through actually laying out takes so much time and the UV exposure can be quite detrimental to one's health. Using a self tanning lotion will help a person get their golden glow without all the risks.

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.

Products of this sort are available in many formats, including sprays, creams, gels, milks and mousses. Lotions are perhaps one of the simplest ways to obtain darker skin. The process of building a tan that is beautiful, enduring and as close to natural as possible may seem difficult at first, but it does get easier with practice.

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.

To start, the work space needs to be free of steam and moisture, the body should be thoroughly dry and hair needs to be pulled back from the face and away from one's back and shoulders. So that the palms of the hands do not become a funny orange shade, snug gloves can be worn while applying product. Application is best done slowly, in strokes that are uniform in thickness and direction, focusing attention on each individual area.

There are a few places on the body that have a tendency to be naturally darker than the surrounding areas. These are usually the thicker skinned sections like the elbows, knees and ankles, each of which have deeper lines that hold more color. To keep from obtaining a dirty appearance, dilute the tanner in a 50/50 mix with a moisturizer when applying to these zones.

Though a longer drying time is recommended for more solid results, fifteen minutes is the minimum one should wait before dressing after the process is complete. A damp cloth or quick shower should be sufficient to even out any dark spots or streaks that might have appeared. Building a base color by applying thin layers of tanner over a few days will help to avoid the odd orange tint that may occur with thick applications.




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