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 Sunless tanning is increasingly becoming more and more popular nowadays. This may be due to individuals who want to get that glamorous look of a glorious tan without the exposure to harmless ultraviolet radiation.
A large number of sunless tanning products are available today. These products give you the color you want at any time that is convenient to you without the risk of being exposed to dangerous UV rays. Anyone can get their tan at any time of day and at any time of year, lunch breaks or during winter when sun bathing is not an option. With the variety of sunless tanning products available, the individual also has a choice of applying these products himself or he can also choose to go to a tanning salon and have the tanning products applied there. Both options can give an individual a wonderful looking tan that can last to about a week and still allow them to do so without disrupting their busy schedules. Sunless tanning products come in different color shades and different methods of application. These options allow people to choose the color they want and also pick the type of application method that is best suited for the individual. The different tanning products can either be sprayed or rubbed in. However the manner of application, applying self tanning products by your self or with the help of a friend is a great and easy way to get a tan and save time and some money at the same time. The immediacy of the results also depends on the type of product the individuals choose. Some products come with immediate results while others will need for some time for the effects to take place. Here are some commonly used tanning products that are available for self application and for salon tanning sessions:Lotions. Tanning Lotions provide natural golden looking tans by stimulating the melanin production of the skin. This allows for a quicker and darker tan that lasts longer. Some tanning lotions also help in moisturizing the skin and improve the skins’ natural healthy appearance. Sprays. Sprays are relatively easy to use and entails specific and frequent applications. Sprays don’t offer protection against the sun and so individuals who use sprays will need to put on sun screen or sun block when going outdoors. Creams. Self tanning creams color the skin with the use of DHA. Creams are easy to apply and can easily cover such problem areas as elbows, wrists, knees and lines. Creams are available in light, medium and dark shades and can be quickly absorbed into the epidermis to turn the skin color brown. A reapplication every two or three hours might be necessary when using self tanning creams to achieve one’s desired color. Pills. The pill is an internal and innovative method of tanning. This product is a radical new product and works by accelerating the body’s output of melatonin, however, this process is not healthy and there are several known side effects that have been attributed to the use of tanning pills so care should be taken when using this type of sunless tanning product. Airbrush. Airbrush tanning is almost the same as spray tanning, only with a slight twist. Airbrush tanning involves converting the tanning substance into a fine spray with the use of an atomizer when applying to the skin. This allows for an immediate and even tan that will not require cleaning, ventilation or drying. Towels. Towels are innovative products that provide safe tanning for men and women, and are recommended for beginners. The concept behind this product is “wipe and go”. A tanning towel serves as an exfoliator, tanner and moisturizer all in one. Tan Accelerators. Tan accelerators increase the rate of tanning by stimulating the skin’s elements. Accelerators contain tyrosine which speeds up the tanning process when exposed to ultraviolet radiation.
Dihydroxyacetone or DHA is the active ingredient present in most self tanning products. This substance colors the upper layer of the skin, known as the epidermis by attaching itself to the amino acids in skin cells and producing a brown colored pigment known as melanoidin which results in a tan. Sunless tans will typically last over a few days, depending on the rate of exfoliation since these epidermal cells are constantly being shed. Sunless tanning also helps in controlling and limiting the tan lines and streaks you usually get from normal sun tanning. Spills and blotches can also be controlled easily with the use of baking soda solutions. Tanning beds and booths comprise a major group of sunless tanning options that is available today; however, these machines and equipment still expose the clients to a limited amount of ultraviolet radiation. Tanning salons are subjected to regulations by governing bodies so any client is assured of getting a tan in a clean environment. Sunless tanning is a great alternative to natural sun tanning, no matter what product and application method you use. So go and get started on your sunless tanning regimen today.
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