The Convenience And Beauty Regarding Sunless Tanning

By Haywood Hunter


Sunless tanning is one method people are choosing to achieve a healthy, outdoor look. It has the advantage of achieving a tan quickly without spending hours in the sun. It often changes a person's appearance, covering blemishes and making them appear slimmer.

Medical circles classify how people tan by the type of skin they have. These types range from 1 to 6. Types 1 and 2 refer to white skin which seldom tans and sunburns easily. These are the people who benefit greatly from this type of sunless tanning without sun exposure.

Gels, creams, lotions and sprays are available to achieve the sunless tanning effect. They can be put on by professional spray salons or be self-applied. After a few tries it will be easy to find the method that is most effective. Regardless of the type chosen, it must be repeated, usually by the end of 10 days.

This type of sunless tanning came to the forefront when sun exposure damage was realized. The powerful UV and UVA sunrays, required for regular tanning, are damaging to the skin and can cause premature aging, cancer, and other problems. People with a sunless tan will still need protection if exposed to these rays for any period of time.

The majority of sunless tanning products contain an ingredient called dihydroxyacetone (DHA). This is absorbed by the outer skin's dead cells, causing them to darken. As the body sheds these cells, the tan will fade.

Sunless tanning has FDA guideline approval so it is possible for anyone to achieve their desired look. When going to a professional technician for a sunless tanning application, special equipment will be used such as an LVLP spray gun or airbrush. Any contact by these products with the lips, mucus membrane, eyes, or inhalation should be avoided. This is a simple, safe way to achieve the look that a person desires.




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