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All You Need To Know About A Sunless Tanning Lotion

Sunday, October 13, 2013

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:

Fair complexions are difficult to find a true match for, as the sunless tanning lotion can oxidize on fair skin creating an orange tint. In this case, choose the lightest shade and build it up for a darker finish. Always choose a sunless tanning lotion that is cruelty-free. Besides the obvious reasons, they work best because they are free of proteins that cause the oxidation and give the product a very unpleasant smell.

Shave or wax several hours before applying the sunless tanning lotion, and take a warm shower to exfoliate the skin on the areas where product will be applied using a soft loofah or washcloth. This process will create a smooth surface for the sunless tanning lotion to glide on, which will help decrease streak lines and make the color look truer. Make sure your skin is completely dry before you apply any product.

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.

Wearing surgical gloves can prevent your hands from becoming stained for days. Gloves are very inexpensive in pharmacies and grocery stores. Just to be sure, wash your hands regularly throughout the process of applying your sunless tanning lotion.

Apply no more than one thin coat of the sunless tanning lotion evenly all over your skin for the best results. You may not see the dark color right away, but it will start to appear over time. You do not need to have several layers of tan on your skin for it to be visible.

If you do not have a good amount of experience in applying fake tans, choose a lotion rather than a spray. Sunless tanning lotions are easier to spread evenly. In order to avoid missing some spots on your skin, choose a formula with some color so you can see where it has already been applied.

Many people say that a sunless tanning lotion has a tendency to ruin their clothes. It is true that the pigment can rub off onto tight clothing and stain it, but it is something you can easily avoid. Read the instructions on the packaging of the sunless tanning lotion. They should specify how much time it takes for it to become completely dry. It is recommended that you wait double that time before you put your clothes on.




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