Using 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.

If you are a woman that shaves her legs or a man that shaves his chest, shave before you apply the product. That is the best way to insure that you get the most even tan without the possibility of streaks. In fact, one should not apply sunless suntan lotions immediately after shaving, so wait at least an hour before using.

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 showering, give your skin time to completely dry. This makes the lotion easier to absorb. It is not a good idea to apply these products to the palms of your hands. The skin there is different from other skin and it may turn a funny color if you use sunless suntan products there. To prevent this from happening, use some kind of latex gloves or a special tanning mitt. If you have no gloves or mitt, you should wash your hands every few minutes.

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.

Like painting a car, it is usually best to apply the solution in thin layers. Make sure to give it plenty of time to work and let it sit overnight. Then you can tell if you should use additional applications or not. If you have never used these products before, consider applying lotion on a small test area of your skin, beforehand. This can keep you making a major mistake.

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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