Friday, October 27, 2017

Getting The Most From Your Self Tanning Lotion

By Haywood Hunter


Beautiful tanned skin is very popular and makes you look younger and healthier. However, with all the problems associated with ultraviolet rays, many people are turning to self tanning lotion products to get a safe and natural tan. Here are some tips for getting the most from your lotions, so you can look your best.

The first step involves choosing something that is proven to work. Make sure it has all natural ingredients and is safe to apply. Also, some of these products are specifically designed for light colored skin, while others are made to work well for people that have darker complexions.

Before application is the best time to shave your legs and other areas. Otherwise the cream may not be as effective. After you shave, use a good skin conditioner and wait several hours before using the sunless suntan cream.

Exfoliation is an important part of the preparation process. You can invest in exfoliation products but all you really need to do is take a shower and rub the skin well with a cloth or bath sponge. This will usually remove most of the dead skin cells from the epidermis. If you do not exfoliate, the cream may remove dead skin cells and this will affect the quality of your suntan.

After you take a bath or shower, you need to allow plenty of time for the skin to dry. This improves your chances of success. Be careful when applying the cream without some kind of protection for the palms of your hands. Skin on the palms is different that most skin on the body and palms could turn orange or yellow. Wear rubber gloves or get a tanning mitt. Of course, you can always keep washing your hands every four or five minutes, too.

Begin with one section of the body like the arms. Make sure that the cream is applied evenly. Next, you can move on to another section until you finish. Your knees and elbows may get darker than the rest of your body, so it may be best to wipe these areas with a damp cloth right after application. Also, make sure that your product is made for faces, before you apply.

Many users of sunless tanning products have good luck when they apply it like paint. In other words, try several thin applications. Wait about a day before you apply the next application. This gives you a chance to see how it is working. For first time users, try putting some cream on a small area of the body, for testing purposes.

After application, avoid any kind of contact for at least 15 to 30 minutes. Do not get dressed for an hour or so. This is not a good day to go swimming, as most products should be on the skin for a day before you get wet. Be sure to buy the best possible products (like ones that Sun Laboratories makes) for you skin.




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