Wednesday, November 11, 2009

The Many Ways to Tan

By Valleri Etats

There is more than one way to produce a darker tone in your skin. Some people do not like the idea of faking a tan with products that color the skin. But that is another option for people who do not want to spend hours basking in dangerous ultraviolet rays. Millions of products have been released into the market in an attempt to supply this need for tanning.

One of the biggest benefits of working for a real tan is the lasting effects. But for those who are naturally very light it is important to take care and not expose the skin to more UV rays than it is ready to handle. Avoid burning by tanning in short session under moderate conditions.

For anyone who chooses to attempt a natural tan there are accelerators that can help speed up the process. These indoor tanning lotions are very good at moisturizing the skin and it is the additional moisture in the skin that makes it better at absorbing UV rays.

Fake tanning lotions and sprays that are DHA based are generally regarded as very safe. The chemicals do not affect anything beyond the dead skin cells on the surface of the skin so the worse that could happen is an allergic reaction or irritation. This is avoided by simply testing on a small area and treating any negative side effects in that small area.

Another fake tanning product is the bronzer. These things simply cover up the skin and sometimes provide a little stain to color the skin. It works similarly to make up which goes on the skin and washes off at the end of the day.

However a person chooses to tan their skin it is always important that the consumer is aware of all the risks involved with each method. Following instructions on labels is only the first part of being safe. Tanning lotions and other products tend to react differently on different skin so test and be caution with anything new.

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