Sunless tanning products have come a long way in the last few decades. With so much awareness of the possible problems with tanning salons and too much sun, this is really an exciting time for this market. The main challenge with self tanning is choosing the right products. To make this process simpler, we’ll look at some tactics for finding the best sunless tanning products.
If you are interested in sunless tanning products, you’ve probably seen ads for tanning pills. We must admit there is an appeal to the idea of getting a great tan so easily. We do feel quite strongly that this could be a hazardous approach to looking good, and it’s not one we’d recommend to anyone. These pills make use of a simple additive used to color foods, canthaxanthin, and that is the active ingredient in these pills. Some people even doubt if this is healthy in foods, but in tanning pills it’s even worse, because you have to take much larger quantities of it to alter your skin color. Self tanning products are considered safe to use, and you put them on instead of eating them.
You should take the time to think about using self tanning products on your face, and whether or not it’s something safe to do. Most people who want a tan want their face to be darker along with the rest of the visible parts of their body, but some products contain ingredients that are irritating to the face. Depending on how sensitive you are, they may also cause eye irritation (though you obviously should avoid getting any products too near your eyes). There are differences among the products/brands regarding the strength of the odor, and generally speaking you want to use those with the mildest odor. Also remember that those sunless tan brands that also will not clog-up your pores (non-comedogenic) most likely will not irritate your skin.
You can come across a particular ‘self tanning’ product that really isn’t self tanning. We’re talking about the “bronzer” cosmetics that will produce the “immediate” tan, and then when you’re done it washes right off. There is some variety within these, and the tan looks natural but will not last. You cannot get a bronzer tan wet unless you want to lose it; however the genuine self sunless tanners take a little time and will not wash off – they are temporary but last longer than bronzers.
It’s completely normal to have to try a few different products until you find the right sunless skin tanning brand that is just perfect for you. Yes, you can do research, but since all skin is different nothing replaces actually trying it. Our tips are well-researched, but you need to do more homework and then get a product and give it a shot.
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