Saturday, 3 November 2012

How To Achieve A Beautiful Bronze Using The Best Self Tanning Lotion

By Haywood Hunter


Coco Chanel was a fashion goddess but the most fabulous thing she gave us was the fad of the tan. Until she returned from her vacation to be photographed in all her bronzed splendor, people everywhere thought it gorgeous to be pasty. Little improves a look as well as a body flushed with sunlight, but in this era, we get the effect with the best self tanning lotion.



In an age of skin cancer, we avoid the sun. Self tan is today's solution. You have two choices: spend a fortune on a salon treatment or conveniently and inexpensively buy the golden hue in a bottle.

Using a bottle to bronze can be intimidating if you've never done it before. We've all seen that orange faced, streaky look made popular by television anchor men and there's little as embarrassing as achieving that look yourself. With this guide, you'll be able to tan with confidence.



Most products have typified the terrible aroma attached with these tanners. It comes from the chemical, DHA, contained in all these lotions. It only starts to reek with a few hours' contact with flesh, so there's no use taking a whiff of the bottle to test it. Simply slather it on a wrist and see what develops in time before you make your selection.

Some brands have found the ideal fragrance to hide the characteristic smell of DHA. Others simply use less of the offending chemical. In the latter types, gradual layering is required to achieve the desired result.

You'll want to look for a lotion that's quick drying. Some products will have you standing around naked in front of a fan for hours waiting to dry. Obviously this is not ideal, especially when there are creams available that dry in ten minutes.

One disadvantage of a few hours' hanging around is that the product stains fabric. You're sure to end up with tinged couches and gowns. It's impossible to wear lotion wet on your skin for that long without rubbing it off in places, which will give you a patchy look.

Look for a product that suits your personality, too. Spray on self tans are ideal for beginners because of their ease of use. Creams are great for the seasoned user and those with a little more time.

Your complexion will be a consideration. Paler skins will prefer a lighter tan as it will look more natural. Darker skins will want a deep bronze color. Faces will need a subtle hue in comparison to legs.

Even with the perfect product, disasters can happen if your routine is wrong. Before application, use a non-alkaline soap. Give your body a good scrub with a loofah or exfoliator to prepare the canvas. Moisturize lightly all over and use a heavier moisturizer on ankles, elbows and knees, which tend to darken too much.

Gaining a darkened flush without damaging your skin is simple. Creating good body groundwork is vital. Even more important is your selection of the best self tanning lotion.




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