Sunday, December 9, 2012

Best Tanning Lotion: Discover What You Need To Know

By Haywood Hunter


We all like the sun kissed- bronzed look. However, one cannot afford to spend hours together on the beach to achieve that perfect tan nor can everyone afford a professional spray service to maintain that tan. Solution to this problem is using the best tanning lotion.

The market is flooded with different products. This makes it is difficult for the consumer to choose the best tanning lotion to suit their requirements. Here are five tips that may help you choose an apt cream or spray for your skin type.

One of the most important aspects to look for is the Dihydroxyacetone (DHA) content. This is the ingredient which reacts with amino acids in the skin to create the tan. The higher the content therefore, the quicker the process will be.

Possibly the most important number given on these products is the Sun Protection Factor (SPF). As it suggests, this rates how protective a product is against the Ultraviolet (UVA and UVB) light which is given off by the sun. It is most important to have a higher number when first tanning, if partial to burning or skin irritation, and most certainly for the under 18s.

The leading products on the market will have other ingredients too. One of these is likely to be a coloring agent, which helps the user monitor the progress. Ideal for those worried about over exposure, or for those that want to get just the right tone.

Bronzing agents too are very useful; having added ingredients which themselves give an artificial color to the skin. They also help accelerate the process somewhat, so are again good for rapid tanning. Good to get deeper colors too, many people prefer these.

Skin conditioner: DHA and bronzing agents can rob the precious moisture from your skin, making it dry and scaly. It is important to check, if your product has a skin conditioning element added to it. This works by creating a smooth barrier between the epidermal layer of skin and the sun, protecting against the harsh UVA and UVB rays.

Keeping these tips in mind will help you in selecting the best tanning lotion for your skin. Be ready for trial and error method, before you select one that works for you and remember that something which works wonders for your friend may not do the same for you.




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