Sunday, May 18, 2014

Tips For Purchasing The Best Sunless Tanning Lotion

By Haywood Hunter


Currently users have a broad range of tanning products to choose from due to technological advancements. Therefore, as the market floods with products, one needs some knowledge in picking the best sunless tanning lotion. This article has some useful information about tanning lotions that might assist one when buying a product. It is worth noting that applying a bad product can make skin look worse than it was before.

The first factor to consider before settling for a product is skin type and complexion. To be well advised about skin type one may need to see a dermatologist. A dermatologist should be able to advise about skin type, possible skin allergies, and products that will provide the best effect without causing any skin complications. Also, the production and expiry dates should always be checked before any purchases are made.

Most lotion formulas have erythulose and DHA making the key active ingredients. Erythulose and Dihydroxyacetone work by reacting with dead epidermal cells to result into a color change. Typically, the color change stays for five to ten days, even though this is mainly dependent on the strength of the commodity. The new color cannot be washed away by water because the reaction happens internally.

Dead skin cells wear away with time causing the tan to fade over time too. In fact, research indicates that a new epidermal layer is formed after every one to one and a half months. As such, to maintain the tan strong and the skin glowing, users are required to reapply at least twice every week. If the product applied good however, the tan is able to stay strong for over 4 days.

Best tanning lotions also contain tyrosine amino acid. Tyrosine is said to help with formation of better tans by causing increased production of melanin. More melanin provides more dead epidermal cells for reacting with the active ingredients in lotions to form stronger tans. There are however no official scientific facts available to support this claims at the moment.

A good product should also contain moisturizers in its formula. Moist skin is important because moisture makes the tanning process easier and faster and the tan is maintained for a longer period too. Moisture also protects and replenishes skin cells. Lotions that contain aloe are best because aloe kills micro-organisms and helps the skin to heal from sunburns and minor burns. Aloe is also a great product for people who are tanning their bodies for the first time.

Bronzers are another important additive one should look for in a lotion. Thick bronzers produce an instant tan and darken the skin although they are washed away by water. Anti-aging additives should also be present in the product because they eliminate fine wrinkles and ensure sufficient air flow to the skin cells. Perfumed lotions should be considered too because they do not require one to apply extra perfumes once they are applied.

After determining a commodity that works best with the skin type, one should maintain it. Unexpected outcomes or even permanent changes may result due to changing of products. The last aspect for consideration is the cost. Cost should be reasonable although quality must never be traded with cost.




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