There are many self tanning products on the market today and all promise to be the best. Your main concern needs to be how well the tanner is going to work because in the end it is the results that really matter. You don't want to turn orange, get uneven tanning streaks, and splotches.
Unfortunately many self tanners simply do not work or will give you unsatisfactory results. Taking some time to really look at your options can save you a great deal of money.
Also you can save yourself the embarrassment of having a horrible looking tan that is obviously fake. Keep in mind that with self tanning products you usually get what you pay for so it may be worth spending the extra money to get a quality product that will give you the results you desire.
Once you have considered the sunless tanning products effectiveness and price, you should look into the ease of the process in which you have to apply and use it.
If the process of getting a great looking tan takes more time than you are going to be able to commit to, you may not want it.
Self tanning products need to be applied as directed so if you rush this process or skip steps all together because you are in a hurry, you will not get great results no matter how superb the product is.
Here are five tips on how to properly use self tanning lotion so that you get great results every time:
It is important before you use a sunless tanning product to know how it works. These lotions and sprays give you a tan by adhering to the top layer of skin and drying there. Since you skins is continually in a process of dying and shedding, these products only work for a week or less before they need to be reapplied. You can help your tan to last longer by keeping your skin well moisturized because dry skin will shed at a much faster rate.
Exfoliating all of the skin that the sunless tanner will be applied to is essential when using a sunless tanning product. You can do so with a loofah, pumice brush or a product made to exfoliate. You should pay extra attention to your knees and elbows to avoid these areas from soaking up a disproportionate amount of lotion and turning orange. After you exfoliate be sure to properly moisturize your skin, once again giving special attention to the knees and elbows. Do not use lotions that are oil based though because they will interfere with the process of the self tanner soaking into the skin
You should be able to devote at least 30 minutes to preparing for the application of the self tanner and make sure that when apply you get even, thorough coverage. This may entail getting assistance with places you can not reach such as your back.
Be sure to cover any area you do not want tanned. To avoid getting the lotion in you hair use a shower cap but leave out your ears. Use gloves on your hands or be sure to wash them immediately after use. You only need a very light amount on your hands and feet but you should not apply it to the heels of your feet at all. You want them to match the rest of your body but not turn orange
Do not shower, go swimming or get your body wet for at least 4 to 6 hours after applying the lotion. Waiting twenty four hours is recommended if possible because it takes this long for full results to be seen.
