Saturday, December 29, 2012

The Advantages Of A Good 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.

In the 1920s German scientists stumbled onto the skin coloring effects of DHA, a white crystalline powder that attracts water molecules from the surrounding environment. This is now the main additive in self tanners. These scientists noticed after a spill that the substance turned the surface of the skin brown.

Years later a major manufacturer of sun tan products introduced the first overnight tanning agent. And a new option for achieving a sun tan was born. Many companies began introducing their own versions. All of these earlier products, however, left much to be desired.

The orange color and streaks left much to be desired. Since then, however, the advances are many. Even today, not all of these lotions work very well. And the ones that do can be a little more expensive. But mainly, consider the amount of DHA contained in the lotion as higher levels offer a darker tan.

There are quite a few other options today. Some people desire a permanent tan and actually opt for injections or a full body tattoo. Others use spray tanners or the air brush method. But lotions can be moisturizing whereas these other methods are not. A large number of people with fair skin feel that tanning is important to their overall appearance.

Long ago tanned skin was not desirable because society felt it was a representation of being from a low working class. In most cultures, that is no longer the case. Suppliers make huge profits from this highly marketable product. The biggest customers are women with fair skin. However, men use tanners as well. The reason some people tan may be that they wish to appear darker or it may be that they want a more even tone. The bottom line is that they want tanned skin.

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.

Using a lotion containing DHA is said to be safe when used externally and applied as directed. Even women who are pregnant can use it without fear of harming their unborn child. It is clear that using it is much safer than sun exposure. The only safety concerns would be if the product were to get into the eyes, nose, or throat somehow, or if one has an allergic reaction to it.

Having this option to achieve the results that you are looking for may be more beneficial budget wise. Do your research and check into some online reviews to find out which brand has a better rating. A good self tanning lotion should be fairly easy to find.




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