General Info On How To Attain Long Lasting Tanning Lotion Effects

By Haywood Hunter


Thanks to technological advancements, today there are self tanning lotions that give impeccable long lasting results just like sun tanning results. More and more people are moving away from the sun and the tanning bed in favor of tanning lotion thanks to the long lasting tanning lotion outcome they guarantee. Basically, the process involves the use of sunless tans that come in form of lotions and body sprays.

If the current statistics are anything to go by, tanning beds are equally as harmful as sun bathing. Studies indicate that they increase one's cancer risk by a whopping 75%, hence the reason why more people are going for lotions, whose effect is equally long lasting. When applied well and after a series of trial and error, you can avoid the unsightly streaks on your body and especially the legs, and end up with even, long lasting results.

It is no secret that many people have had their share of ugly streaks before achieving the long lasting tanning lotion effect that they so much desire. The reason for this could be because of wrong choice of lotion, or inability to follow basic tips and guidelines when using these specially formulated lotion and other tanning products. Here is how you can ensure you have the most long lasting tanning lotion effect.

The first secret for long lasting tanning lotion results is to ex-foliate several days before application. As a matter of fact, this is one of the most important things to do. Ex-foliation helps your skin shed off the top dead layer such that the tanner will not be working its way through the dead scaly layer.

Moisturize. Just like ex-foliation, you need to ensure you moisturize for a period of up to one week prior to tanning. This is where you apply your body lotion evenly and liberally throughout your body. While at it, you might want to pay close attention to your knees and ankles and all areas that are prone to being overly dry. Moisturizing guarantees an even tan and just like exfoliation, it guarantees a long lasting tanning effect.

Such parts of the body will soak up the tanning lotion since they are often drier, hence leading to the blotchy colouring that most people have. However, plumping up your skin with enough moisture will often do the trick. For the most long lasting tanning lotion results, you should never apply your lotion in your steamy bathroom.

Needless to mention, the moisture and heat inside a steamy bathroom can lead to sweating and the lotion will drip and melt off, leading to streaks, and of course compromising on your long lasting tanning lotion results. Another important tip for a guaranteed long lasting effect is to wait till your whole body cools off when you are out of the shower before applying, since heated skin will have the same effect.

Be advised that self tanning lotions tend to take a long time to dry when compared to other tanners. This, therefore, means that the application process should take more time, hence you need to allocate enough time for applying and more time for drying up. When applying, start with a single part of the body and work through liberally until all parts are covered evenly.

Applying self tanning lotions is not a hard nut to crack, but no doubt it will take a lot of practice and patience. The internet can be a good place to look for information on long lasting tanning lotion products to use, and tips on how to apply for that uniform, lasting, streak-free appearance.




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