Applying New Sunless Tanning Lotions Or 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.

There are several different kinds of tanning products that are available. Other than creams and lotions, there are sprays and gels that can be applied to the skin. Any of these products eliminate the harmful sun exposure to receive a tan. Individuals that like to remain tanned throughout the year are advised to use sunless tanning lotions.

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.

This reaction makes the skin appear it has received a sun tan. Older forms of sunless tanning lotions used dyes or staining pigment to product a sun tanned look. The sun tanning pigments often did not produce a natural looking tan. The current sunless tanning lotions provide better results and are easier to use.

Tanners will find many advantages to using self tanning lotions and other similar products. The main advantage is not having to expose the skin to UV rays to obtain a sun tan. UV rays have been known to cause skin cancer at should be avoided whenever possible. Sunless tanning lotions typically include sunscreen.

The Sunless tanning lotions are a much safer alternative than constant sun bathing. The products are easy to apply and will not smudge or quickly fade away. The results leave a natural bronzed tan that is very appealing. This is also a less expensive way to receive a sun tan as constant visits to the salon can be very costly.




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