Self Tanner Application Steps

It is the season for bronzed bodies and the smell of cocoa butter SPF. The sun is important to get a good source of Vitamin D, but too much sun can be very damaging to the skin.

Pale is the new trend for whatever skin tone you have. From fair to dark, every skin tone has a shade of pale to it. However, when we hit the summertime fun, it’s difficult to not have a little extra color on your legs when flaunting an adorable dress or a pair of shorts.

Applying a self tanner can eliminate any subconscious feelings about your legs without subjecting yourself to harmful rays. Some skin tones don’t tan at all. They just burn. A self tanner can help reduce this pain. Darker complexions will use self tanners that have a sheerness to provide a sun-kissed glow.

Finding A Good Self Tanner

Finding the right self tanner can be a trial and error. Some tanners sumudge or run, while others turn orange. Finding what works for your skin tone, might take a bit of time. Some higher-end tanners offer samples at beauty counters.

Also, check the ingredients. Using something with harmful chemicals in the product can be worse than exposing your legs to the sun. What out for parabens and other junk that isn’t good for your dermis.

Applying Self Tanner

There are several available methods for applying self tanner.

Some products are aerosols, which take practice so you don’t end up with runny spots or heavy areas.

Lotion is fairly easy to apply. Colored lotions are wonderful for fair skin to see where you are applying. However, white lotions can evaporate instantly and vice versa for darker tones.

Airbrushing tans are amazing, but it usually takes two to get the right coverage. Some folks have mastered the solo act, but it will take a lot of practice to get the coverage correct.

Maintaining Color

Keeping a sunless tan for as long as possible will need to be moisturized. If the skin gets dry, the tan will flake as you lose dry skin cells. Waxing legs will remove color, so wax a few days before applying tanner.

As tan fades, plan a reapplication. Most self-tanners will last a week or two before fading. Be sure to exfoliate before applying a new coat of tan. Tanners can build up in certain areas causing the skin to look dirty or like a fake tan.

Don’t over-apply the coats of self tanner. It’s better to apply a light coat and reapply another light coat the next day to achieve the perfect completion.

Let’s put it this way, it’s easier to apply than remove sunless tanner.

So, have fun in the sun with a gorgeous sunless tan, but protect your skin with a good SPF.

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