All About Self Tanning Spray

By Haywood Hunter


A safe alternative to damaging UV rays is to use a self tanning spray. Excessive sun exposure is responsible for several skin cancers, and self tanning spray can be a sound and beautiful alternative. Self tanning products first appeared in the 60s, but have been improved upon considerably in the past few decades.

At first, self tanning products produced an orange glow that appeared fake. Overusing self tanning spray can still cause this to occur, but not if it is used according to the directions. Used properly, a beautiful tan can be created, without the risk of exposure to harmful UV rays found in sunlight.

Self tanning spray contains a chemical called DHA, which is created from a colorless sugar known as glycerin. This chemical interacts with the dead skin cells on the top layer of skin on the body, producing the color change that simulates a tan. A self tanning spray must be continually used, however, because the dead skin cells do flake off from the body, causing the tan to fade. Most fake tans will last about a week without maintenance.

A self tanning spray is one of the most effective ways to apply a sunless tanning product. Lotions can be hard to spread evenly on the skin. However, a self tanning spray allows for equal distribution of the product, helping to keep the tan from looking spotty or patchy.

To get the most even look possible, exfoliation should take place before applying a self tanning spray, either with a scrub or a loofah. Care should be taken not to get the product on sensitive areas, such as lips or eyes. Also, apply the self tanning spray sparingly to elbows and knees, these usually have more dead cells and will appear darker if a light touch is not used.

Sunscreen should still be used when venturing out in to the sun, as self tanning spray does not contain any sunscreen. Self tanning spray can produce a realistic looking tan without sun exposure that looks great and lasts for several days.




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