Friday 19 July 2013

The Advantages Of A Nice Self Tanning Lotion

By Haywood Hunter


Self tanning lotion has been used as opposed to sun tanning for years now. This fact is well known. Since it was first introduced the formula has been changed many times. You will find a wide range of prices. There are an endless number of brands and various formulas.

German scientist found out that the white powder known as DHA would color the skin brown when they spilled some it. DHA is made up of fine white crystals. It is a powder that will attract molecules of water from it's environment. It is the main ingredient that is used in making tanning lotion.

The first product used for overnight tanning was introduced by a major maker of tanning products. A new way to tan was born. Other companies began making and selling their own formulas. None of these early self tanners worked very well.

The false orange hue was not what they were looking to achieve. Since then, the products have become more advanced. This is not to say that all products work well today. There are some, however, that do. They tend to be expensive. The amount of DHA contained in the lotion is the main thing to consider. This is because it is what determines the level of darkness one will achieve. A higher level will produce a darker tone.

More recently, one has an array of other options. Air brushing, spray tanning, injections and even permanent tattoos are being used more and more frequently. However, these methods don't offer the moisturizing effects that lotions do. Many people who have naturally fair skin feel that having darker skin is really important to their appearance.

In earlier times, skin that was tan was not acceptable because of it's association with being from a lower working class. This is not at all the case today. There is a huge market and suppliers find that their products produce high profits. The largest number of users of self tanners are fair skinned women. However, both men and women find them useful. Whether to have a more even skin tone or to appear a lot darker, a tan is desired by many.

Those with naturally darker complexions are now using these products. Whether due to a desire to be even darker than they already are, or to even their skin tones, women of color are now tanning themselves. The golden shimmer that may be achieved from lotions containing a bronzer can enhance the exotic appearance that these women already possess. They also enjoy appearing to have a more even skin tone.

DHA is considered safe. Women who are pregnant are able to use self tanner without worrying about harmful effects to their babies. It is certainly safer than lying out in the sun and exposure to harmful rays. Some people rarely have an allergic reaction of the skin. Other than that, the only concern as far a safety would be to avoid the throat, nose, and eyes.

It is good that this option is available for tanning oneself. Some brands have better ratings than others. Reviews can be found online. Do your research and you should easily find a self tanning lotion that will work well for you.




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