Sunday, July 28, 2013

Self Tanners Are Becoming More Popular

By Haywood Hunter


People are becoming more aware of the threat of skin cancer and the harmful ultraviolet rays that deliver it, thus many are discovering the use of self tanners. As opposed to traditional sun bathing, self tanners are a safe method to deliver a bronzed summer look. The market is currently bursting with different varieties of self tanners, each promising consumers a darker, deeper coloring with no pain involved.



The main ingredients in self tanners are dihydroxyacetone, also known as DHA, and erythrulose. These chemicals are completely harmless, with the only disadvantage being that they smell somewhat unpleasant. They work by dying the outer-most layer of your skin, the dead skin cells at the very surface which will gradually flake off.

Dihydroxyacetone is a derivative of sugar. When applied to the skin, DHA dyes skin cells at the surface of the body and will keep color for about a week. As you continue showering and exfoliating throughout the week, you will lose color gradually and will need to apply more self tanners. Self tanners can be applied several times throughout the week without harm.



Self tanners come in different forms, each uniquely suited to the needs of the consumer. These products come in sprays, foams, gels, lotions, towelettes and liquids. Considering that people are different and skin types vary greatly, self tanners come in a variety of applications and products. It is important to experiment. One can do so without fear because the color comes right off by doing several baking soda baths.

Self tanners are becoming more affordable as the technology behind the products gets better. Moisturizers with built in self tanners are priced around four or five dollars. These lotions build a slow, gradual tan every day as the consumer moisturizes. Sprays and gels, which lay an immediate foundation of color, begin at eight or nine dollars per bottle. Any of these products can be bought in the cosmetic section at a local supermarket or pharmacy.

Self tanners range in price as they do in brand and size. Some brands will charge up to one hundred dollars a bottle. The price will depend on size, brand, and location. Most consumers find that a high price can be worth the benefits and the quality of the product. This also includes the reduced risk of exposure to the suns harmful rays as you build a tan. Even so, some individuals prefer not to do the application themselves or at home. For this purpose tanning salons and beauty salons provide a spray tan service. The spray can either be applied by a professional or a standing booth with misting jets.

There are two differences between having a professional apply the tanning spray and the automatic jets of the booth. A professional can apply the spray tan evenly but you must wear a bathing suit or undergarments which will leave tan lines. The privacy of the booth will allow for a full disrobe but cannot ensure even and full coverage.

Self tanners are a great investment to make with little or no risk involved. Individuals should always do a sensitivity check on a small patch of skin before continuing use, as some may have unwanted reactions to the product. Overall, avoiding the sun's harmful rays and getting to do the applications at home is very convenient and often worth the price. Picking out your favorite self tanners may take some time and experimentation, patience and willingness is key.




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