The Availability And Returns Regarding Sunless Tanning
Thursday, November 17th, 2011Sunless 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.
In medical circles regarding sun, obtaining a tan and the skin, there are six skin types, ranging from pale white to dark, olive. Types 1 and 2 refer to skin that burns easily and seldom tans. People with this type of skin can use sunless tanning to achieve their desired look.
In looking for this kind of sunless tanning one will find lotions, sprays, gens and creams available. Any of these can be self-applied but many people prefer to go to a professional spray salon. It should be remembered that sunless tanning must be renewed, usually every week, depending on the product.
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.
An ingredient called dihydroxyacetone (DHA) is present in most of sunless tanning products. When the lotion or another product is applied it changes the color of the outer skin dead cells. They will darken but, as the cells are shed, there will be a fading of the sunless tanning.
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.
Sunless tanning is a smart product to get the look of sun-kissed skin without endangering your health. You can add to the skin protection with Sun Tan Lotion designed for your skin type.
