Essential Things To Carry Out Before And After Applying A Suntan Lotion

By Haywodo Hunter


You really don't have to sit under the blistering sun for minutes just to end up with a lovely bronze complexion. This is true most especially if you apply an excellent suntan lotion available on the current market. Other than choosing the right UV-free tanner, there are also a few things that you need to do before and after using it in order to enjoy a stunning outcome.

Prior to smoothing on the product all over your body, make sure that your skin is really clean. The tanning ingredient called DHA can perform its role better if there are no dirt and grease that keep it from being absorbed. Before you grab that bottle of your preferred self tanner and apply the contents, make sure that you hit the shower first and thoroughly clean your skin.

Remove excess dead skin cells by exfoliating. This is best done with a loofah or a scrub while you are in the shower. If you have the budget for an exfoliating body gel, purchase a bottle of it. This is usually offered by an indoor tanning product's maker. Because it is specifically formulated to be used just before getting a tan indoors, it leaves no greasy residue behind.

Shave the skin most especially right after taking a shower when those strands are still soft. It's not unlikely for you to end up with a mottled effect if there are unwanted hairs around. That's because the lotion may collect where the hair strands are, causing these areas to appear darker than the rest. If you prefer waxing, make sure that it is done a day ahead.

Grab a bottle of your daily moisturizer and apply some of it on your knees and elbows. This helps keep these parts from sporting a deeper hue as they tend to soak up more DHA due to their dryness and texture. You may also smear moisturizer on your fingernails especially if you don't plan on putting on latex gloves or barrier cream while applying the UV-free tanner.

Once you are through applying your preferred UV-free tanner, make sure that you allow the product to stay on your skin for 6 to 8 hours. This means that you should refrain from taking a shower in order to get rid of the fishy smell that DHA gives off naturally while darkening your skin. You should also avoid doing physical activities that tend to make you sweat a lot.

Regularly apply your favorite hand and body moisturizer the moment your desired color shows up. Doing this helps in keeping the skin moisturized, thereby causing the natural process of exfoliation to slow down. By preventing it from happening too soon, the fake suntan generated by the tanning product of your choice may be enjoyed anywhere from 5 to 7 long days.

Once you see that the color is no longer as intense as before, exfoliate when you take a shower. This eliminates those unwanted dead skin cells that can leave the fake tan looking blotchy. Polishing the skin in the shower once again is a good idea most especially if you are planning on reapplying the UV-free tanner in order to revivify the golden brown color.




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