Dec 31 2010
Must-Know Tips About Self Sun Tanning
We all have our needs, and if you want a great tan then self sun tanning is fast and simple. If you take a good look, you’ll find a lot of different brands of self tanning products.
You don’t have to expose your skin to hours in the sun or in a tanning booth. Whether you want a tan for a few days or all the time, keep the following self sun tanning tips in mind when you shop for and apply these products. Also, in case you’re interested, another great way to improve your appearance is with the P90X workout, it is really good.
Depending on the self sun tanning product or process you’ve used, it will take some time to dry. But, the good news is the drying time varies anywhere between a couple of minutes to several hours. One thing you can do is to check out the product labels when you’re choosing which one to try. One word of caution for current users of self tanning solutions is to be careful if you try a new brand; it’s just that there is a lot of variability with drying times. We offer this so you don’t make the mistake of thinking it’s dry and then do something to interfere with it.
The reason we say all this is because if you interfere with the drying process, your skin may not be tan – it could be something you don’t want at all. So, that is probably the most important consideration when it comes to application.
Here’s a good pointer for you – whenever using brand new (never tried before) sunless tan product; pick an innocuous part on your body and just put a little bit on to check the results. We suggest a small test because there are times when people learn they have a reaction to different products. Also, the thing is that you can read and look at pictures, but the proof is in the pudding – you have to put it on and see how it colors (tans) your skin. So, as you can clearly understand, it really is a good idea to run a little experimental test, first. Of course the best place to do this is somewhere that isn’t easily noticed. In perhaps most situations, there’s nothing to be concerned about; however we still feel it wouldn’t hurt to test. The small test, or experiment, will confirm the product’s compatibility with your skin.
Here are a couple of suggestions to help you make the most out of your self tanning products. Alcohol acts to dry out skin, and so we suggest you do not use products containing alcohol. If you put tanning solutions on your freshly shaved skin, you could cause your skin to sting and be irritated. One thing that some people do is use oil on their skin before applying the tanning product, and that will help to reduce any skin irritation. For added protection, use the clear plastic fits-all gloves when you apply the tanning solution. You can find them in grocery stores and salon supplies stores. No one really wants their hands to have that deep, island tan look – at least not the palms. But there are some distinct pluses for the self tanning product lines. They can be cheaper, safer and faster than getting your tan in the sun or at a salon. You could need to be patient until you find a self tanning product that works well for you. There is much more on the net about self tanning products, so be sure to do some homework and good luck. Lastly, don’t forget to look over our in-depth P90X review.