Things To Know About Self Tanner Products

By Haywood Hunter


More and more people are aware of the damage the sun can cause to the skin. This is a huge part of why self tanner products have dramatically increased in popularity. People are able to get that glow the sun would have given them without the risks. There are some things that people should know about products like this and is what will be shown below.



One of the best features of a self tanner is that a person can acquire the sun tanned look without exposure to the harmful rays of the sun. Many kinds of this product can be found on the market and range in types such as gels, creams, sprays or lotions. The choice is entirely up to the person using the product.

Salons are also around that offer spray on tans for the entire body. This kind of self tanner can be very expensive but for people that have money it can be a great choice to opt for. Places that provide this kind of service can be found all over the world and generally are through spas, salons and tanning places where this kind of service is a priority.



When it comes to what a self tanner contains it is known that the active ingredient in most is dihydroxyacetone or DHA for short. This reacts with dead cells on the outside layer of the skin in a way that temporarily darkens the way the skin looks. It does not wash off when you shower but will fade over time, generally a few days.

The majority of self tanner products that people use are clear when they are applied to the skin. After a few hours, sometimes up to 24 hours, the skin will take on the new hue. Most products of this nature work best on people that have a darker complexion and no freckles to speak of.

As long as a self tanner is used in the way it is instructed it can be a great way to get a natural looking tan without the risks of the sun. Not a lot of facts are available regarding the risk of using a self tanner so it is wise to protect eyes, mouth and nose when using this kind of product. Also it is wise to avoid inhaling it as well just to be on the safe side.

When people that use a self tanner want to go outside they need to make sure that they wear an adequate amount of sunscreen. The majority of self tanners around do not contain sunscreen so protection of this kind is a must if you will be outside for any amount of time.

These are only a few things that are known about self tanner products. Look on websites or forums for additional information as there is a great deal that can be found about products like this. Do the reading and be sure that any of the questions in mind are answered. After this is completed the best selection regarding a self tanner product can be made and that sun kissed glow will be just a matter of time in getting.




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