Sunless Tanning Guidelines
Which sunless tanning products are the best?
It's a question that comes up every now and then, particularly after last year's moves in Califormia to ban teens from visiting tanning parlors.
The consensus seems to be that those containing dihydroxyacetone (DHA) currently give the best results.
DHA interacts with proteins in the outer layer of skin. As the chemical mingles with dead skin cells, the color change, or "tanning," takes place.
This fake tan usually lasts around five days depending on the product.
To avoid a streaky tan, though, you should shower and use an exfoliating cleanser or sponge to pre-treat the skin.
Before you massage the self-tanner into the skin (sprays require more massaging than lotions), put on disposable latex or plastic hair-dye gloves to help prevent extremely tanned-looking palms and fingers.
Apply the tanner to small areas of the skin at a time to ensure even coverage. If you have covered your entire body, remain nude until the self-tanner dries, and wear loose clothing afterwards.
If you applied the sunless tanner only to your limbs, for the first few hours, wear loose clothing that will not rub away the product.
posted by Lyn Devon @ 4:23 AM
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